Course overview
This foundation course will give you a great practical introduction to gardening, and will provide you with an understanding of the type of work and career opportunities that are available in the industry.
You will also gain key employability skills and undertake work experience with employers. This course is ideal for school leavers.
You will learn
- The maintenance of gardens throughout the different seasons
- Plant identification – trees, shrubs, perennials and annuals
- How to use a range of tools and machinery
- How to establish and maintain lawns
- Use of mowers
- First aid
- Health and safety
- How to grow and care for plants
Diploma in Land-based Studies – City and Guilds
Reference: 6033597X
At least two GCSEs at grade 2 and above. Maths and English GCSE or Functional Skills at grade E3 or above. Enthusiasm for working outdoors.
Before you start your course, if you are aged between 16 and 18 years, you will be required to attend a fun and practical two-day preparation workshop where you will meet your tutors and other students on your course. Further details will be provided at the point of an offer being made.
Successful completion of this course will enable you to progress to our Landscaping and Gardening Diploma (Level 2), Technical Certificate in Horticulture and Professional Landscaping (Level 2) or a Horticulture Operative Apprenticeship. You can also gain employment in the gardening and landscaping industry at entry-level. Career opportunities include, landscape maintenance, retail horticulture in garden centres, or roles working in parks and gardens.
This is a full-time course. If you are aged 16, 17 or 18 at the start of this course, your tuition, exams and materials fees will be paid for you in full as long as you meet some basic criteria for UK residence. Find out more on our Fees and Funding page. If you are eligible, you can also apply for support with travel and other costs through our bursary process. Further information will be provided when you enrol.
If you are aged 19 or over on the day your course starts, you may be entitled to help with tuition fees for some courses. If you are in receipt of employment benefits, have a low income, or are studying towards your first substantial qualification, you may be entitled to free tuition. You will need to pay a materials fee if applicable to your course. Find further information about help with tuition fees on our Fees and Funding page.
