A rare opportunity to test your botanical skills against a recognised professional standard developed by the Botanical Society of Britain and Ireland. It will help you understand your skill level and how you can further develop your identification skills! Booking essential.
Part of the Cumbria Ecoskills programme of introductory and CPD courses.
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…
Monday 18th May – Ulverston Auction Mart Café, LA12 9AU
The course runs from 9am-4pm with the assessment taking place on Friday 22nd May. The price to members is £160+VAT and non-members £185+VAT. Please call 01768 868615 for more information and to book your place.
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.
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Wednesday 9th, September 2026 from 10:00 to 12:30
If you manage volunteers, or are looking to develop your skills in volunteer management, this course is for you. Join us for a session which will focus on thinking about your Volunteer Vision and Strategy packed with tips, tools and best practice advice.
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