RHS Level 2 Plant Growth and Development Course in Bridgwater. Classes run at Cannington College, part-time during the day, over 30 weeks. The course is free if you're 16 to 18 years old. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply. You'll study how plants grow, develop, and respond to their environment, covering the science behind healthy plant growth. The RHS plant growth and development qualification is well suited to anyone building knowledge in horticulture or plant science alongside other commitments. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm the right level for you.
Who this course is for
UCS College Group offers a wide range of courses across its four colleges and also offsite.
Courses cover many areas and can be used for different purposes
such as furthering personal development and career opportunities.
They can also be for recreational purposes. For individual
course details please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected]
Entry requirements
Entry Requirements vary depending on the course, please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected] for details.
What you will learn
You'll understand how plants grow and develop through their life cycle.
You'll learn how environmental factors such as light, temperature, and water affect plant growth.
You'll explore the structure and function of plant cells and tissues.
You'll study how plants reproduce, both sexually and asexually.
You'll learn about photosynthesis and how plants produce and use energy.
You'll understand how nutrients and water move through plants.
You'll examine how plants respond to external stimuli and stress.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Cannington College. Teaching covers the principles of plant science through guided study and tutor-led instruction. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks that test your understanding of plant growth and development. Your tutor will guide you through the material at a manageable pace across the 30-week course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Cannington College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Horticultural technician, supporting plant growth in nurseries or research settings.
Nursery worker, growing and caring for plants commercially.
Groundsperson, maintaining sports pitches, parks, or estates.
Garden centre assistant, advising customers on plant care and selection.
Landscape operative, supporting planting and maintenance projects.
Botanical garden assistant, working with specialist plant collections.
What you could study next
RHS Level 3 Certificate in Horticulture. A natural next step if you want to deepen your plant science knowledge and move into more specialist or supervisory roles.
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Horticulture. A broader qualification covering landscape, production, and plant health, suited to those aiming for technical or management positions in the sector.
