Level 2 RHS Certificate in the Principles of Plant Growth and Development

About the course

These courses run on a Friday This theory certificate equips learners with knowledge of the scientific principles underpinning horticultural practice and provides an understanding of what is needed to progress to employment within the sector. Learners will develop a level of plant knowledge deemed essential by horticultural industries. The full qualification syllabus published by the RHS can be found at https://www.rhs.org.uk/education-learning/pdf/qualifications/level-2/level-2-cert-in-the-principles-of-plant-growth.pdf#

Key Information

Location: Liverpool Campus or Preston Campus

Course length: One Year (35 weeks)

Available course dates: Please select the appropriate campus and start date to apply online.

Liverpool Campus
September 2025
Preston Campus
September 2025

Course Modules

Biodiversity

Horticulture and Society

Plant Health

Plant Nutrition

Plant Science I

Plant Science II

Plant Specification

Planting Styles

Biodiversity

Horticulture and Society

Plant Health

Plant Nutrition

Plant Science I

Plant Science II

Plant Specification

Planting Styles

Entry requirements & additional information

A keen interest in horticulture and enthusiasm for plants is of course essential. There are no formal entry requirements, but we would recommend that anyone wishing to enrol for this course has a minimum of English & Maths at Grade 4 or above. This is a theory based course. We would recommend that in most cases students complete the RHS Level 2 Practical Course before progressing onto this Principals course. Learners can take both courses in the same year however must be prepared for a large commitment both in lessons and outside of taught sessions. Learning is supported by our Virtual Learning Environment, Canvas. Learners must be available to commit to attending all sessions and completing the course exams. Ideally 2 D's/ 3's of equivilent at GCSE or extensice gardening expereince.