Free Level 1 Horticulture Course in Pulborough. Classes run at Brinsbury College, full-time during the day. This is a practical introduction to horticulture, landscaping, arboriculture, and grounds maintenance. The course runs for 34 weeks. No previous formal qualifications are needed. You'll have an interview and an initial assessment in English and maths to make sure this level 1 horticulture qualification is the right fit for you.
Who this course is for
This course is a practical introduction into the Horticulture industry as well as Landscaping, Arboriculture and maintenance. It offers the opportunity to develop your skills in a variety of practical elements that can be used across different outdoor careers, allowing you to decide and choose a pathway that suits your skills.
Entry requirements
No previous formal qualifications are needed for this course. We will interview you to ensure that the course is the right one for you. We will also assess your English and Maths as part of the induction.
What you will learn
You'll develop practical skills in horticulture and plant care.
You'll learn the basics of landscaping and grounds maintenance.
You'll gain an introduction to arboriculture and tree care.
You'll practise using tools and equipment safely.
You'll learn how to identify and grow a range of plants.
You'll understand soil types and how to prepare ground for planting.
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions at Brinsbury College. The course is classroom and grounds based, giving you direct experience of horticulture tasks. Assessment is practical and ongoing throughout the course. You'll be assessed on the skills you develop across the different areas of the programme.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Brinsbury College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Gardener. Maintain gardens, parks, and green spaces.
Grounds maintenance operative. Keep sports grounds and public areas tidy.
Landscape operative. Support landscaping projects and planting schemes.
Nursery worker. Grow and care for plants in a commercial nursery.
Tree surgery assistant. Support arborists with tree care work.
Parks and green spaces operative. Work for local councils on public land.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Horticulture. The natural next step, covering more advanced plant knowledge and practical skills.
Level 2 Award in Safe Use of Pesticides. Useful if you want to apply treatments in a professional setting.
Level 2 Certificate in Arboriculture. A focused route if tree work interests you.
Level 2 Diploma in Landscaping. Builds on the landscaping elements of this course.
