Free Horticulture Course Entry Level 3 in Smeeth, Ashford. Classes run at Craftworks College Muddy Wellies, full-time during the day. This entry level horticulture course runs for 11 months and covers plants, gardening, and the horticulture industry. You'll build practical skills alongside English and maths, and take part in work experience and enrichment activities. Entry level horticulture classes are a strong starting point if you're looking to move into gardening or green-space work.
Who this course is for
Young people who want to learn everything about plants, gardening and the horticulture industry.
What you will learn
You'll develop practical skills in plant care and growing.
You'll learn about different plants and how they grow.
You'll explore the horticulture industry and the types of work it involves.
You'll practise gardening tasks in a hands-on setting.
You'll develop English and maths skills alongside your horticulture studies.
You'll build personal and social skills through enrichment activities and work experience.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions and hands-on practical activities. The course is full-time and delivered during the day. Assessment is likely to include practical tasks, observations, and portfolio work. You'll also take part in work experience, which gives you the chance to apply your skills in a real working environment. The centre will carry out an initial assessment to make sure this is the right level for you and to plan your learning.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Craftworks College Muddy Wellies will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Gardener: maintaining gardens, parks, and green spaces.
Grounds maintenance operative: keeping outdoor areas tidy and safe.
Garden centre assistant: helping customers and caring for plants.
Nursery worker (plants): growing and tending plants in a nursery.
Landscaping labourer: supporting landscaping and planting projects.
Park keeper: maintaining public parks and open spaces.
What you could study next
Level 1 Certificate in Horticulture: the natural next step after this Entry Level 3 qualification, covering more detailed plant knowledge and practical skills.
Level 2 Certificate or Diploma in Horticulture: a stronger horticulture qualification recognised by employers in grounds maintenance and landscaping.
Functional Skills English and Maths Level 1 or 2: supports progression into further training or employment where a GCSE equivalent is expected.
