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Level 2 Horticulture Course in Nantwich

CostContact the provider
Duration35 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start6 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

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About this course

Level 2 Horticulture Course in Nantwich. Classes run at Reaseheath College, full-time during the day. Fees may apply depending on your circumstances, so check the college's student finance pages for details on costs and support available. Over 35 weeks, you'll cover the core knowledge and practical skills behind horticulture and food production. The horticulture qualification spans plant science, soil management, pest and disease control, and sustainable growing practices. It opens doors to a wide range of roles, from grounds maintenance and nursery work to garden design and landscape management.

Who this course is for

Are you intrigued by the many different careers within the horticulture and food production industries?

Scientist to landscape architect, parks manager to garden designer – it’s the sheer diversity of careers that makes horticulture and landscaping so exciting.

Whichever role of the growing horticulture industry you would like to go into, whether you see yourself working in a field of growing crops, a desk in a high-tech city centre office, or a championship golf course, studying a Horticulture course at Reaseheath College is a great start to your career.

At Reaseheath we’ve invested £8.3 million into our National Centre for Horticulture, the Environment and Sustainable Technology, so as a student with us you’ll be introduced to cutting-edge technologies on campus, while also getting involved with designing and building show gardens, giving you a well-rounded experience for your future career.

What you will learn

  • You'll identify and understand a range of plants, their growth requirements, and how to care for them.
  • You'll learn how soil types and conditions affect plant health and growing outcomes.
  • You'll apply techniques for controlling pests, diseases, and weeds safely and effectively.
  • You'll practise pruning, planting, and propagation methods used in professional horticulture.
  • You'll explore sustainable and environmentally responsible growing practices.
  • You'll develop an understanding of horticulture machinery and tools and how to use them safely.
  • You'll gain knowledge of the wider horticulture industry, including food production and landscape sectors.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom teaching and practical, hands-on sessions at Reaseheath College. Assessment includes written assignments, practical assessments, and observations of your work in real growing environments. You'll be assessed on both your knowledge and your ability to carry out horticultural tasks to a professional standard.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Reaseheath College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Groundskeeper or grounds maintenance operative, caring for parks, sports pitches, and estates.
  • Nursery worker, growing and selling plants in a commercial nursery.
  • Landscape gardener, designing and maintaining outdoor spaces for clients.
  • Horticultural technician, supporting plant science and crop production.
  • Parks and green spaces officer, managing public outdoor areas for a local authority.
  • Garden centre assistant, advising customers and maintaining plant stock.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Horticulture (City and Guilds) - deepens your technical knowledge and is suited to those aiming for supervisory or specialist roles.
  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Horticulture - a broader qualification covering design, management, and production in more depth.
  • Foundation Degree or Higher National Certificate in Horticulture - for those looking to move into management, research, or landscape architecture.
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