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Course details
How do plants photosynthesize? What are the secrets to a beautiful, flourishing garden? How do you plant a tree? All these questions and more will be answered in this Horticultural Worker Course, which covers everything you need to know about horticulture, from basic botany to plant nutrition.Through this comprehensive Horticultural Worker course, you will explore the fascinating world of plants and flowers, taking an in-depth look at how they thrive and survive in various environments. You will learn about the different classifications of plants, how to test soil composition, learn organic methods of gardening, plus much more.
Discover the beauty of the plant world and gain all the fundamental skills to kickstart a career in the field of horticulture, becoming an expert in plant cultivation. This step-by-step Horticultural Worker course will also discuss the fundamentals of weed control, pest control, and plant diseases.
Key Topics to Be Covered
- Plant Tissues & Cells: Structure and Function
- The Basic Structure of a Flower
- An Introduction to Plant Physiology
- How do Plants Photosynthesise?
- An Overview of Plant Nutrition
- The Classification of Plants
- Soil Composition & Testing Soil PH
- Organic Methods of Gardening
- Pest Control, Weed Control & Plant Diseases
- Gain an in-depth understanding of the classification of plants and the structure of flowers
- Understand the process of photosynthesis and why it is so important for plants
- Deepen your understanding of the composition of soil and learn how to test soil PH
- Learn some organic methods of gardening and understand the benefits of organic gardening
- Know how to maintain gardens, sports grounds, and interior landscapes
- Develop your knowledge of plant diseases and learn about pest and weed control
- Deepen your understanding of plant nutrition and soil health
- Learn step-by-step how to plant a tree and nurture it to full growth
The Horticultural Worker Course is designed for those who are looking to kickstart a career as a horticulturist or develop their expertise in gardening. Professions in this field include the following:
- Horticulturist
- Gardener
- Landscaper
- Botanist
- Basic botany
- Gardening
- Knowledge of plant physiology
- Understanding of soil science
This comprehensive Horticultural Worker course is ideal for anyone looking to develop their understanding of horticulture and garden maintenance, as well as anyone looking to fast-track their career in this field. There are no specific entry requirements for this Horticultural Worker course, which can be studied on a part-time or full-time basis.
Assessment Process
Once you have completed the modules in the Horticultural Worker course, your skills and knowledge will be tested with an automated multiple-choice assessment, after which you will receive instant results.
COURSE CURRICULUM
- Module 01: Basic Botany
- Module 02: Plant Classification
- Module 03: Soil Science
- Module 04: Plant Nutrition Requirements
- Module 05: Plant Pests and Diseases
- Module 06: Basic Concepts of Organic Gardening
- Module 07: Weed Control
- Module 08: Plant Propagation
- Module 09: Amenity Horticulture, Plant Selection, and Native Plants
- Module 10: Exotic Plants
- Module 11: Indoor Plants
- Module 12: Lawns
- Module 13: Planting and Plant Care
- Module 14: Plant Nodes and Indigenous Plants
- Module 15: Plant Protection, Landscaping, and Garden Design
- Module 16: Ornamental Horticulture
- Module 17: Permaculture
- Module 18: Arboriculture
- Module 19: Horticulture Statistics
- Module 20: Results from the 2018 Seasonal Labour in Horticulture End of Year
Eligibility / Requirements
The Horticultural Worker course is open to all students and has no formal entry requirements. To study this Horticultural Worker course, all you need is a passion for learning, a good understanding of English. You must also be over the age of 16.
Job roles this course is suitable for:
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