City & Guilds Level 1
COURSE OVERVIEW
We are delighted to offer a FREE programme to those who wish to join our horticulture volunteer programme. Before joining, we ask you complete the course to give you a full induction to One Garden Brighton. The course includes:
- City & Guilds Level 1 Qualification: Practical Horticulture Skills
- An introduction to Retail Knowledge award: Plumpton College
- An introduction to Customer Service award: Plumpton College
The City & Guilds Level 1 award in Practical Horticulture Skills focuses on providing a solid foundation for developing essential horticultural knowledge and skills. These not only offer opportunities for employment, but provide the foundation for further skills development at levels 2 and 3. The course is free and you do not need previous horticultural experience toapply.
COURSE CONTENT
Varied horticultural practices on the One Garden Brighton site:
- Assist with planting and establishing plants
- General upkeep of the public areas
- Production skills to produce plants for sale
- Award in Retail - Knowledge of plants in the garden for sale
- Award in Customer Service - Training on how to engage with our visitors
| Entry Requirements: |
None. If you have already gained a horticultural qualification previously, this award is not compulsory. |
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| Dates & Location: |
23rd May 2022 |
| Costs: |
Free |
Facilities
Stanmer Campus is based within One Garden Brighton, proudly presented and managed by Plumpton College. Based within Stanmer Park, just off the A27, One Garden Brighton is a walled garden, with 12 contemporary themed gardens a destination eatery and retail space. It is Plumpton College's Centre of Excellence for Horticulture Training & Education.
Ready to take the next step?
Apply for this course online now to begin you journey towards a qualification in Volunteer Access Programme - One Garden Brighton.
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