Free Level 2 Personal Development and Employability Skills Course in Enfield. Classes run at Capel Manor College - Enfield Centre, part-time during the day. The course runs over one year and gives you a strong foundation for a career in horticulture, countryside management, arboriculture, or agriculture. You'll develop practical outdoor skills alongside the employability skills that employers in these sectors look for. Entry requires at least Entry Level 2 in English and Maths, and you'll need to be willing to work outdoors and take part in practical activities.
Who this course is for
This course aims to provide you with a strong foundation for pursuing a career in Horticulture, Countryside, Arboriculture or Agriculture.
Entry requirements
You must be willing to work outdoors and take part in practical activities. An interest in working in Horticulture, Countryside, Arboriculture or Agriculture is a key requirement of this course. You must have achieved at least Entry Level 2 in English and Maths (the approximate equivalent of a Year 8 secondary school literacy and numeracy level). An application form will need to be submitted along with information relating to any special educational needs (for example an EHCP, reports from other
What you will learn
You'll develop practical skills for working in horticulture, arboriculture, countryside, or agriculture settings.
You'll build employability skills including communication, teamwork, and workplace behaviour.
You'll learn how to plan and manage your own learning and development.
You'll explore career pathways in the land-based and outdoor sectors.
You'll practise working outdoors and completing practical tasks in a real environment.
You'll develop problem-solving and self-management skills valued by employers.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical outdoor activities at Capel Manor College - Enfield Centre. Assessment is based on coursework, practical tasks, and portfolio evidence gathered throughout the year. You'll attend daytime classes part-time, giving you time to balance study with other commitments. An application form is required before you start, and you may need to provide information about any special educational needs.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Capel Manor College - Enfield Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start. You should be prepared to work outdoors in all weather conditions and wear appropriate clothing for practical activities.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Gardener: maintaining parks, gardens, and green spaces
Groundskeeper: caring for sports pitches and outdoor estates
Countryside ranger: managing nature reserves and rural land
Arboricultural assistant: supporting tree care and maintenance work
Horticultural worker: growing plants and crops in nurseries or farms
Landscape operative: preparing and planting outdoor spaces
