
Unlock a world of natural beauty with our Level 2 Horticulture, tailored for those eager to forge a path in the gardening and landscaping industries. This dynamic programme, provides not just theoretical knowledge but hands-on practical experience in commercial gardening, plant care,covers essential aspects like plant naming, identification, and selection, alongside practical skills in using horticultural tools and machinery and landscape design. Our course not only equips you with the necessary academic and practical skills but also provides a pathway to apprenticeships or direct employment in the vibrant horticulture industry.
4th, 11th and 18th June 2026
Botanical identification training and survey opportunities in a selection of upland hay meadows. There are three days of free training for beginners, and also botanists wishing to refresh their skills. Wildflower, grasses and surveying 4 June 9:45 am - 4:30 pm. Grasses and sedges identification…
Flexible on demand training - takes 1-2 hours to complete
A practical guide to enhancing and maintaining biodiversity on school or college grounds, this free online training course is aimed at managers of any outdoor setting. The course has been developed by Natural England and Department for Education in collaboration with the National Biodiversity Data…
Courses are run on demand and usually last for 3 days (including assessment) Get in touch on 07855571312 or ctlogue@aol.com
Courses include the following: Safe Use of Pesticides (PA1) Boom Mounted Sprayers (PA2) Variable Geometry Boom Sprayers (PA3) Slug Pellets and Granular Applications (PA4) Hand Held Applicators (PA6) including Application in or near Water (PA6AW), Stem Injection, Stump Treatment, Invasive Weeds…
The course takes on average 4 hours to complete. Upon registration, candidates have full access to course content including a downloadable workbook and HD videos. At the end of course, candidates will answer multiple choice questions.
Himalayan balsam is one of the most widespread and impactful invasive plant species across the UK and Ireland. Unfortunately, it is also a plant that is frequently mismanaged, or ignored until it creates monocultures. This new course, the first of its kind, teaches candidates how to practically…

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