Horticulture - Level 1 Diploma
The course provides an ideal introduction to a range of landbased industries enabling you to make an informed choice of further education or career progression.
This Level 1 Diploma is equivalent to 4 GCSEs grade D-G and is made up of eight units: Students will be required to study three Core units, two Personal Skills units and three Option units. In some cases it may be possible to mix and match specialist units from other Introductory vocational routes.
Core units:
- Safe and effective working practices in land-based industries
- Develop performance in landbased industries
- Industrial experience in landbased industries
- Contribute to the propagation of plants
Specialist units include:
- Contribute to the maintenance of plants
- Identify plants
- Contribute to the establishment of plants
- Contribute to the propagation of plants
- Contribute to the construction and maintenance of structures and surfaces
Additional qualifications
Your programme of study will include Basic/Functional Skills and a First Aid qualification.
Assessment
Each unit will be assessed by a combination of assignments, class exercises, practical assessments and end of unit assessments. There is also an on-line test.
Key Facts
Campus: Holme Lacy
Minimum Age: 16
Duration: 1 year Full-Time
Award: Level 1 Diploma in Land-based Studies
Level: 1
Entry Requirements:
2 GCSE passes at grade E or above (preferably in English and Maths) Students must demonstrate a willingness to learn and an interest in animals, plants and the countryside
Typical Employment:
Land-based industries such as animal care, agriculture or the countryside.
Further Study:
Students can progress to a Level 2 Diploma qualification in the same / a similar vocational area
Contact: 0800 032 1986
enquiries@hct.ac.uk
