NLBC Sector: Horticulture, Landscaping & Sports Turf

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.

Level 2 & 3 Horticulture Operative
Courses

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

Advanced Apprenticeship in Horticulture
Courses

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

Level 2 Golf Greenkeeper Apprenticeship Standard
Courses

A Golf Greenkeeper is responsible for the maintenance, care and overall appearance of a golf course in line with employer’s requirements. It is their job to maintain a good quality playing surface and ensure the course offers a consistent challenge

Golf Greenkeeper Apprenticeship Level 3
Courses

You need to be employed to start an Apprenticeship. Please visit our vacancy page or if you have an employer, please ensure you add full contact details of your employer within your application. If you are unable to secure employment,

Sports Turf Operative Apprenticeship Level 2
Courses

You need to be employed to start an Apprenticeship. Please visit our vacancy page or if you have an employer, please ensure you add full contact details of your employer within your application. If you are unable to secure employment,

Horticulture Technical Diploma Level 2
Courses

This an ideal qualification if you wish to gain an understanding of the basic principles and practices of horticulture, landscaping and gardening with a view to gaining employment in the industry. This course offers an exciting opportunity to develop core

Golf Greenkeeping Apprenticeship Level 2
Courses

You need to be employed to start an Apprenticeship. Please visit our vacancy page or if you have an employer, please ensure you add full contact details of your employer within your application. If you are unable to secure employment,

Introduction to Careers in the Environment (Level 1)
Courses

This course will introduce you to working with plants, trees, livestock and wildlife species and habitats within the environment. This course is ideal for school leavers who are seeking to explore careers in horticulture, arboriculture, agriculture or environmental conservation. It

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