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RHS Certificate In Practical Horticulture Adult
Location and start date
Duchy College Rosewarne - 8 September 2025Duration
34 WeeksAttendance
Part-timeCourse information
This is an ideal qualification for entry into horticultural employment, improving practical skills or further study. It covers a wide range of horticultural topics and up-to-date working practices. This is an appropriate course for someone looking for a career change or to gain a better knowledge
Complete all of the following:
Soil testing
Sowing seeds and vegetative propagation techniques
Practical skills in ground preparation for seeding and planting
Practical skills in establishing seeds and plants in soil
Care and pruning of plants
Identification of a range of common garden plants, weeds, pests, diseases and disorders and beneficial organisms
Optional units:
Sustainable garden practice at Rosewarne
Soil testing
Sowing seeds and vegetative propagation techniques
Practical skills in ground preparation for seeding and planting
Practical skills in establishing seeds and plants in soil
Care and pruning of plants
Identification of a range of common garden plants, weeds, pests, diseases and disorders and beneficial organisms
Optional units:
Sustainable garden practice at Rosewarne
You won't need any formal qualifications to enrol, but you must be enthusiastic about plants.
You will need to complete all of the practical tests and identification tests to achieve the level 2 certificate. This will involve some research and an element of homework.
Students who have completed this course go onto RHS Level 2 Theory Certificates and RHS Level 3 Practical Certificate.
Some students choose to go into employment as self employed gardeners and work for other organisations in a gardening role. This could include working in garden centres and plant nurseries.
Some students choose to go into employment as self employed gardeners and work for other organisations in a gardening role. This could include working in garden centres and plant nurseries.
Duchy College Rosewarne
This beautiful campus set just outside of Camborne has a rich history of national research and is cherished by students and staff. Whether its studying horticulture or animal care, the intimate community feel is the perfect learning environment.
With a friendly and entertaining student hub, and the most passionate and dedicated team on hand to support the college experience, Duchy College Rosewarne is renowned for its student experience. Home to the most wonderful animals and plants, this is a truly unique and special place to have your #careercollege experience.
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| Tuition Fees: £850.00
If you are aged 19 or over, financial support may be available depending on your circumstances and the specific course. Detailed information can be found in our Financial Support Section. Financial support for ages 19+ |
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Course Code 10048-DRW-25
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RHS Certificate In Practical Horticulture
Level 2
Duchy College Rosewarne
Horticulture, Conservation, RHS, Garden