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Principles of Plant Growth and Development RHS Level 2 Certificate

at Activate Learning, Oxford · other provider

Level 2Vocational and tradeCertificate1 yearPart time£775

What the college says

The Principles of Plant Growth and Development Level 2 Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) course is a nationally-recognised, one-year, part-time qualification for those wishing to pursue a professional career in horticulture. Also, welcoming amateur gardeners who wish to have their horticultural knowledge formally assessed. This qualification allows learners to develop plant knowledge deemed essential by the horticultural industries. You will be equipped with the knowledge and understanding to progress to employment within the horticultural sector. The course assesses the knowledge of the scientific principles underpinning horticultural practices and supports career development. Instruction is carried out by highly qualified tutors in the extensive ornamental grounds, plant nursery, woodlands areas at the college. Merist Wood College has developed a considerable reputation for horticulture and for it’s award-winning gardens designed and built at RHS Flower Shows. The diverse range of plants in the college’s 400 acre estate, together with purpose-designed buildings, including lecture rooms, laboratories, library facilities and computer suites. Join this flourishing environment for horticulture students! Please note: This course is supported by the Education and Skills Funding Agency. Eligible learners working towards the certificate may receive funding for some or all of their fees. If funding is received it will be a compulsory requirement for those learners to sit

What you need to get on

There are no qualification entry requirements for this course.. For further information please visit the Actiate Learning Website at https://www.activatelearning.ac.uk

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?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Merrist Wood College

    Worplesdon, Guildford, GU3 3PE

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Guildford

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