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Certificate in Practical Horticulture Skills Level 2

at City College Norwich, Norwich · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeCertificate1 yearPart time

What the college says

This qualification is aimed at anyone aged 19 or over wishing to develop their practical skills in Horticulture and who would perhaps like to progress to employment within the Horticulture industry. This is a one year course, where learners attend college for a day a week, over 36 weeks. The Level 2 Diploma in Practical Horticulture Skills qualification covers a very wide range of Units relating to Horticulture (49 units in total). Candidates must successfully complete all parts of the assessment for each unit chosen. The list of Units studied could include (but is not limited to): Prune and train wall shrubs and climbing plants Apply fertiliser to plants Identify plants by botanical name Design a show garden Propagate plants by stem cuttings Maintain a garden pond Draw up a two dimensional site survey Produce a planting plan Assess soil texture and condition

What you need to get on

Open to applicants aged 19 and over. There are no specific prior achievements required to take this qualification, and you may or may not have had previous experience in Horticulture. This qualification allows the learner to develop and practise the skills required for employment and progression within the wide and varied Horticulture sector.

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

The provider describes this as being for learners aged 19 and over.

Where it runs

  • Easton College

    Easton College Bawburgh Road, Norwich, NR9 5DX

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 2 September 2026 · Norwich

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