About the course
The course runs one day per week during term time, from 9:30am - 3.30pm. Preston and Croxteth campuses: the course is available on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday (depending on numbers). Walton Hall campus: the course is available on a Thursday. This qualification is intended for those wishing to work in professional horticulture in a variety of roles. It is designed to provide a range of essential horticultural skills. It is suitable for those wishing to enter horticultural employment for the first time; for those who are already working in horticulture who want to develop their skills; and for those who wish to progress to further horticultural study at level 3. The units in the qualification are designed for part-time study so it is particularly suitable for those who are working in the industry and wishing to study part-time in order to advance their careers or prepare for further study at level 3. It is also suitable for those who wish to enter horticulture as a change of career and are seeking the necessary foundation skills. The course runs 9:30am - 3.30pm on Thursdays term time. Tuesday additional day depending on numbers. This course is free for Liverpool City Region Residents (subject to eligibility).
Key Information
Location: Liverpool Campus
Course length: One Year (35 weeks)
Start date: September 2025
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Course Modules
Garden Features
Grassed Areas
Plant Care
Plant Establishment
Plant Health
Plant Identification
Plant Propagation
Plant Pruning
Entry requirements & additional information
This course covers practical skills and relevant background knowledge. Students are normally aged 19 or over and the following qualifications are needed: 2 GCSEs at Grade D (3) or equivalent, one must be English Language. or equivalent qualifications or experience. safety footwear required, own gloves, sensible outdoor clothing & waterproofs
The course is formally assessed three times, there are two practical examinations (Spring and Summer) and one written online examination.
The qualification supports progression to further learning in horticulture.
Sensible outdoor clothing is expected for practical work. Costs that are mandatory for the course: Steel toe-cap boots/wellingtons – approx. £25 Suitable waterproof clothing for wet weather – approx. £30