Sub-sectors: Production horticulture, ornamental / amenity horticulture, nurseries, landscape architecture, groundsmanship / greenkeeping,
Occupations: Grower, horticulturalist, market gardener, nursery assistant, nurseryman, horticultural foreman, horticultural technician, nursery stock production specialist, garden designer, gardener, landscape gardener, landscaper, greenkeeper, groundsman, groundsperson, ground manager, labourer, mushroom picker, nursery manager, horticultural scientist, taxonomist, landscape scientist, plant breeder, geneticist, propagation scientist, production manager, garden centre manager, garden historian.
Landscape practitioners create and conserve great places. They work with the built and natural environment to create innovative public spaces, green spaces, roof gardens, wildlife habitats, install sustainable infrastructure, improve environmental quality, health and wellbeing, plan and manage national parks …
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The Intermediate and Advanced Fencing Apprenticeship provide learners with the skills and knowledge to become qualified fence installers and supervisors. It is a requirement for all entrants into the industry to complete the Level 2/3 Diploma in Fencing prior to …
The Foundation Apprenticeship and Apprenticeship in Fencing provide learners with the skills and knowledge to become qualified fence installers and supervisors. It is a requirement for all entrants into the industry to complete the Level 2/3 Diploma in Fencing prior …
A golf greenkeeper is responsible for the maintenance, care and overall appearance of a golf course. It is their job to maintain a good quality playing surface and ensure the course offers a consistent challenge and an enjoyable experience for …
The horticulture Intermediate and Advanced Apprenticeship are for workers in parks, gardens, green spaces, sports turf, landscaping and production horticulture. There are opportunities to specialise in these areas, including in viticulture. The new style groundsman and golf greenkeeping apprenticeships have …
The Foundation Apprenticeship, Apprenticeship and Higher Apprenticeship in horticulture are designed with industry to provide apprentices with the skills and knowledge required to carry out their job role and support future progression in the industry. The Diploma in Work-based Horticulture …
Successful completion of the provision will lead to the award of a Level 2 qualification and recognition as a qualified person to carry out one of the roles specified e.g. gardener, landscaper, nursery worker, greenkeeper or groundsperson.
Successful completion of the provision will lead to the award of a Level 3 qualification and recognition as a qualified person to carry out one of the roles specified e.g. horticultural technician, deputy head greenkeeper, deputy head groundsman, garden designer, …
Horticulture, Landscaping & Sports Turf