Anyone working within a Horticulture/Landscaping company/business, whose job role requires dedicated training within these areas Candidates will ideally have English language and Maths GCSE grade C/4 or above (if not they will work towards Functional Skills equivalents) Apprentices must be in paid employment in the relevant industry to cover the requirements of the standard and will ideally work at least 30 hours per week. Assessments need to be taken to determine suitability for the Apprenticeship and to look at additional support if required. The Apprentice must have a contract of employment and be covered under their employer’s relevant insurance. Please note: You will be required to produce your GCSE certificates BEFORE you start your course to be exempt from attending Functional Skills English and Maths sessions. See full specification here: – Horticulture or landscape operative / Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education
Entry requirements
Why choose this course?
This apprenticeship develops real-world horticultural competence through workplace training and weekly college sessions. Learners build skills in plant care, propagation, pests and diseases, machinery use and environmental responsibility while employed in the sector.
Further information
Suitable for learners wanting paid horticulture experience and structured skill development. Ideal for those aiming for careers in parks, estates, nurseries or grounds maintenance teams.
- Establishing and maintaining horticultural features and planted areas
- Monitoring pests, diseases and environmental site conditions
- Propagating plants using practical and effective methods
- Pruning techniques for a range of species and growth stages
- Using horticultural machinery and tools with safe technique
Progression includes horticultural employment, Level 3 study or specialist roles across landscaping, plant production or estate management.
No additional costs, however, opportunities for learners to pay for additional machinery tickets, including Hedge cutters & strimmers. These are in addition to the course and paid for by learner