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.
This part-time Level 1 course is designed by the Royal Horticultural Society to meet the needs of anyone who wants to learn the essential principles of practical gardening. This qualification is designed at an introductory level, and has been developed …
This part-time Level 2 course is designed by the Royal Horticultural Society to meet the needs of anyone who wants to develop their skills in practical gardening. This qualification is designed for gardening enthusiasts and anyone interested in Horticulture as …
This 32-week part-time Level 3 practical course is designed by the Royal Horticultural Society to meet the needs of anyone who wants to develop advanced skills in practical gardening. This qualification is designed for gardening enthusiasts and anyone interested in …
We can help you manage the environment through our extensive training program covering forestry, arboriculture, landscaping, estate management and turf management. Contact us on 01628 827317 or email landbasedtraining@bca.ac.uk for further course information or to book a course.
This course provides an introduction to working with plants and animals. It is ideal for school leavers who are seeking to explore some areas of horticulture and animal care. Students will work with a range of animals, plants and tools …
This course is an ideal introduction to working with plants and gardens for school leavers who are seeking to explore this diverse industry; develop practical skills in propagation (growing plants) and gain underpinning knowledge of horticulture related topics. Students will …
This course provides students with an excellent opportunity to access the horticulture industry and/or progress through to further courses in their chosen field. Students are able to develop practical skills in propagation and gain underpinning knowledge of establishing and maintaining …
An apprenticeship in horticulture could lead to a diverse and satisfying career. The horticultural industry offers a wide range of career opportunities suited to people who are keen to work outdoors, so whether you see yourself employed by a golf …
A career as a Sports Turf Operative can be quite varied, potentially working across a wide range of different sports and venues, including athletics, bowls, cricket, croquet, football, hockey, horse racing, rugby league and union, tennis and ranging from general …
Work is generally based outside and undertaken throughout the year, so apprentices will frequently work outside in all weathers. Working and learning in the horticulture and landscape industries is rewarding, offers a diverse range of employment opportunities and includes a …
Horticulture, Landscaping & Sports Turf