Course modules
Year 1
Identify Weeds
Place Sports Equipment
Identify Trees and Shrubs
Maintain Wooden Structures with Water-based Preservative
Aerate Turf by Hand
Scarify Turf by Hand
Sow Seed Indoors in Containers
Prick Out Seedlings Singly
Determine Soil pH with Colour Indicator Test Kit Under Supervision
Plant Flower Bulbs for Naturalisation or Bedding
Entry requirements & additional information
Entry requirements
Students must have 3 GCSE’s Grade 1 -2 including English or Maths or equivalent Entry Level 3 Qualification along with a keen interest in the subject. Some practical knowledge of gardening is desirable.
Learning and assessment
The course is assessed using a range of knowledge and practical competency assessments. The course is pass/ fail only.
Please note, modules may change in accordance with the resources at the centre you choose to study this qualification.
Progression
There is scope to progress onto our Level 2 Study Programme if you show commitment to your English and Maths study, and demonstrate that you are working towards Level 1 Functional Skills with a view to continue to standard GCSE.
Careers
The course can lead to numerous employment opportunities including:
- Assistant Groundsman
- Assistant Greenkeeper
- Assistant Gardener
- Plant Centre Assistant
- Nursery Worker
Special requirements
Costs that are mandatory for the course:
Steel toe-capped boots with good grip and ankle support – approx. £25
Costs that are optional for the course:
Secateurs - £10 – 15
(There may be bursaries available to support the purchase of these items.)
Work experience
There are plenty of opportunities to carry out internal and/or external work experience within the content of this course.


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