Horticulture

Horticulture

Horticulture is the growing of plants and understanding of the make-up of the soil and the best way to ensure you maximise the ground around you is a skill a lot of us want to know.

About Horticulture

Our Horticulture course provides the skills and knowledge needed to better understand this complex subject.

Modules

Basic Botany

Plant Classification

Soil Science

Plant Nutrition

Plant Pests, Diseases & Problems

Organic Gardening

Weeds

Basic Propagation

Amenity Horticulture, Plant Groups and Families

Planting and Plant Care

Plant Notes and Indigenous Plants

Exotic Plants

Indoor Plants

Lawns

For a more detailed syllabus on this course, click here

Entry Requirements

There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment on this course. It is available to all students, of all academic backgrounds.

All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before certification can be ordered.

*You will have access to the course for 24 months.

Assessment Method

After each lesson there will be a question paper, which needs to be completed and submitted to your personal tutor for marking. This method of continual assessment ensures that your personal tutor can consistently monitor your progress and provide you with assistance throughout the duration of the course.

On successful completion of your course you will receive the learndirect Certificate of Completion of Training in Horticulture.

Your course certificate will also state the number of CPD points/hours the course is eligible for.

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