Level 2 Horticulture Course in Norwich. Classes run at Easton College, part-time during the day. If you're 16 to 18 years old on 31 August before your course starts, tuition is free. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply. The course runs over one year and covers practical skills to meet industry standards. You'll work toward a City and Guilds level 2 horticulture qualification, with no specific prior experience required. An initial assessment helps confirm the right starting point for you.
Who this course is for
This qualification is aimed at anyone aged 19 or over wishing to develop their practical skills in Horticulture and who would perhaps like to progress to employment within the Horticulture industry. This is a one year course, where learners attend college for a day a week, over 36 weeks. The Level 2 Diploma in Practical Horticulture Skills qualification covers a very wide range of Units relating to Horticulture (49 units in total). Candidates must successfully complete all parts of the assessment for each unit chosen. The list of Units studied could include (but is not limited to): Prune and train wall shrubs and climbing plants Apply fertiliser to plants Identify plants by botanical name Design a show garden Propagate plants by stem cuttings Maintain a garden pond Draw up a two dimensional site survey Produce a planting plan Assess soil texture and condition
Entry requirements
Open to applicants aged 19 and over. There are no specific prior achievements required to take this qualification, and you may or may not have had previous experience in Horticulture. This qualification allows the learner to develop and practise the skills required for employment and progression within the wide and varied Horticulture sector.
What you will learn
You'll learn planting techniques for container-grown trees, shrubs, and perennials.
You'll develop plant identification skills using recognised methods.
You'll practise horticultural techniques to meet industry standards.
You'll build practical skills suited to employment in the horticulture sector.
You'll gain knowledge of how to maintain and manage growing environments.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom and through hands-on practical sessions. You'll be assessed on your practical skills and knowledge throughout the course. Assessment methods are tied to the City and Guilds specification for this qualification. The centre will give you full details of what assessment involves before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Easton 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. Care for sports grounds and public areas.
Nursery worker. Grow and tend plants in a commercial nursery.
Landscape operative. Support landscaping projects and planting schemes.
Parks and gardens assistant. Work for local councils or heritage sites.
Garden centre assistant. Advise customers and manage plant stock.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Horticulture. A natural next step if you want to move into supervisory or specialist roles in the sector.
Level 3 Certificate in Horticulture. Deepens your knowledge and can support progression into landscape management or further study.
Level 2 or 3 NVQ in Amenity Horticulture. Work-based route that builds on your practical skills and is valued by employers.
