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.
There is a significant skills gap and skills shortage in the professional landscaping sector. Career opportunities are vast and the market in the UK is growing. Understanding of the importance that our environment has on the quality of life and …
This apprenticeship is suitable for anyone who wants to work as a gardener. Horticulture and Landscape Operatives can be employed to work in public parks and gardens, green spaces and historic gardens, private gardens and estates or in production nurseries …
This apprenticeship is suitable for anyone who works as a sports turf operative, which might also be referred to as a Groundsperson or Grounds Maintenance Operative. A sports turf operative can be working across a wide range of different sports …
Is this course for you? The horticulture industry is more varied and exciting than many people realise. If you have a passion for all things green and growing then this course is for you. It doesn’t stop there as the …
Is this course for you? Horticulture is still a growing industry and with sustainability and mental well being becoming evermore important this industry is thriving and providing opportunities for all to benefit the communities they live in. Horticulture is a …
If gamekeeping is your passion, our facilities make Lackham the perfect place to study and start your career. Our A-Level equivalent Level 3 gamekeeping pathway in conservation and gamekeeping will help you build a specialist skillset for your chosen industry. …
At Lackham the outdoors is your classroom. Our facilities include a 200-year-old Walled Garden, modern glasshouses including a tropical hothouse, manicured lawns and gardens as well as sports pitches, ornamental walkways, woodlands and wetlands. Supported by our experienced lecturers, assessors …
Whether it’s specialist training to develop your professional skills and enhance your career prospectus, or just as a hobby, East Durham College’s Houghall Campus is sure to have a short course to suit. Our courses range from the practical hobby-based, …
If you’re looking to start a career within the horticultural sector, this technical certificate will provide you with a solid foundation of knowledge and skills. You will explore health and safety in land-based industries, plant identification, plant maintenance and business …
Horticulture isn’t just about keeping hedges and gardens looking neat and tidy – there’s also the upkeep and management of both private and public sports grounds to consider too. Sports turf apprentices will be responsible for the maintenance, renovation and …
Horticulture, Landscaping & Sports Turf