Did you know that you can study Organic Horticulture for FREE in Wicklow?
The course is part time and runs for 32 weeks – currently it is due to start next Monday 15th July 2019 however, as it is dependant on numbers to proceed I am sharing this to encourage any other like minded folks to get in touch with Wicklow Training on +353 (0)45 988050. I have applied this morning 🙂
ORGANIC HORTICULTURE INCLUDING BIODIVERSITY & THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT
The aim of this award is to enable the learner carry out horticulture operations independently under direction in a range of fields. The award will also enable learners to prepare for progression to a horticultural specialisation at level 6.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Education: No formal education or qualifications are required although applicants may have participated in primary and secondary education. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate a standard of knowledge, skill and competence equivalent to NFQ Level 4 when accessing a Level 5 programme.
Aptitude: Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course
Previous Experience: Applicants must be able to demonstrate a moderate range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course, be able to work with responsibility and demonstrate the ability to work on their own initiative.
COURSE CONTENT
Title Award Awarding Body
Teamworking Teamworking (5N1367) QQI
Work Practice Work Practice (5N1433) QQI
Plant Identification And Use Plant Identification & Use (5N2527) QQI
Plant Science Plant Science (5N2528) QQI
Biodiversity And The Natural Environment Biodiversity & the Natural Environment (5N2553) QQI
LEARNING OUTCOMES
On completion of this programme learners will have the skills, knowledge and competencies to undertake horticulture operations independently under direction in a range of fields. The award will also enable learners to prepare for progression to a horticultural specialisation at level 6
FURTHER DETAILS
This programme can be used to gain a Level 5 Major Award in Horticulture. Modules include Biodiversity and the Natural Environment, Plant Science, Plant ID & Use, Teamworking & Work Practice.
TO APPLY CONTACT
Wicklow Training on +353 (0)45 988050
REF: 229285 – Organic Horticulture – LTI
