RHS Level 2 Certificate in Practical Horticulture – Day time
at DCG, Derby · other provider
What the college says
This qualification provides a route to employment in professional horticulture by assessing your knowledge of the principles underpinning horticultural practices. It also supports career development for those already working in the profession. In addition, it provides a foundation for further learning or training in the field of horticulture.
What you need to get on
You need a keen interest in horticulture plus Maths and English at Level 1.
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
DERBY COLLEGE @ BROOMFIELD HALL
Broomfield Estate Morley, Ilkeston, DE7 6DN
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Start dates
- 11 September 2026 · Ilkeston
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