HORTICULTURE - LEVEL 1

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This practical course is an introduction to horticulture in the land-based industries where you will get the right skills to go on to the Level 2 in Horticulture or into employment. The course is suitable for school leavers and adults who want to develop personal skills and qualities required for work in the land-based industry, particularly horticulture. You will study the following: Two core units: * Safe and effective work practices in the land-based industries * Develop performance in the land-based industries One specialist unit: * Contribute to the propagation of plants Four optional units: * Work related experience * Use, transport and assist with maintenance of tools and equipment. * Produce planted designs * Contribute to the establishment and maintenance of plants All LMC students will receive tutorial support and take a programme of Functional Skills.

Course information

Name: HORTICULTURE - LEVEL 1 Qualification title: Diploma in Land-based Studies (QCF) Qualification type: Assessment This course is continuously assessed using a range of methods including internal assignment tasks, a portfolio and one online multiple choice test. N.B. Assessments are based on the requirements of the awarding body and are subject to change. Awarding City and Guilds Land Based Services (Formerly NPTC) Created 20150703 10:46:52 Updated 20150703 10:46:52

Entry requirements

None

Provider

Lancaster & Morecambe College
Further Education
info@lmc.ac.uk
01524 66215
http://www.lmc.ac.uk

Address

Morecambe Road Town: Lancaster County:Lancashire

Learning aims

Title: Diploma in Land-based Studies (QCF) Qualification: Diploma in Land-based Studies (QCF) Classification: Agriculture, Horticulture and Animal Care

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