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Level 2 Horticulture Course in London – Capel Manor College Mottingham Campus

Cost£1,161.00
Duration33 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start11 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyRHS
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About this course

Level 2 Horticulture Course in London. Classes run at Capel Manor College Mottingham Campus, part-time during the day. You'll develop the practical skills needed to carry out essential horticultural tasks across a range of environments. The course runs over 33 weeks, giving you time to build your knowledge at a steady pace. Entry requires at least five GCSEs including English at grade 4 or above, plus suitable numeracy. Relevant industry experience may also be considered. You may be invited to an interview before starting.

Who this course is for

This practical qualification will provide you with an understanding of the skills required to carry out essential horticultural tasks with proficiency, within a variety of environments.

Entry requirements

A keen horticultural interest is essential. At least five GCSEs including English at grade 4 and above (C and above), plus suitable levels of numeracy. Relevant previous industry experience will be considered.

You may be asked to attend an interview to discuss your interests, experience and ambitions so that we can help you study on the right course.

What you will learn

  • You'll carry out essential horticultural tasks with skill and confidence
  • You'll learn how to maintain and manage plants in a variety of settings
  • You'll understand soil types, plant health, and growing conditions
  • You'll practise pruning, planting, and cultivation techniques
  • You'll develop knowledge of tools, equipment, and safe working practices
  • You'll work across different horticultural environments as part of your training

How you will learn

Learning takes place in the classroom and through practical, hands-on sessions. You'll be assessed on your ability to carry out horticultural tasks to a professional standard. Assessment methods are likely to include practical observation, written tasks, and portfolio evidence gathered throughout the course. The college may ask you to attend an interview before you start, to make sure this is the right level for you.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Capel Manor College Mottingham Campus 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 sports grounds and public areas
  • Nursery worker: growing and caring for plants in a nursery setting
  • Landscape operative: supporting landscaping and planting projects
  • Estate groundsperson: maintaining land on private or public estates
  • Garden centre assistant: advising customers and caring for stock plants

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Horticulture: deepen your technical knowledge and move toward supervisory or specialist roles in horticulture.
  • Level 3 Certificate in Horticulture: a focused next step if you want to specialise in a particular area such as plantsmanship or garden design.
  • Level 2 or 3 Apprenticeship in Horticulture or Landscape: combine work and study to gain on-the-job experience while earning a qualification.
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