Horticulture - Plant Propagation
This module will equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to complete the successful propagation of a wide range of plants.
| Award Name | Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Minor |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) | Minor | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
25 weeks
Entry Requirements
Online application on our website
Student must be aged 17 or over on January 1st following entry to the course
Horticulture can be a physically demanding career path
Applicants should have a keen interest in learning and working in horticulture
Teagasc supports access for students with disabilities
Careers / Further progression
By taking other Level 5 modules, students may be able to build towards a full major award of QQI Level 5 Certificate in Horticulture. Further progression is also possible to level 6 and level 7 horticulture.
Further information
Course runs from Sept to March.
Wednesdays 9am - 12.30pm
€240
Students will be taught the propagation of a wide range of plants. This course outlines the principles of division, layering & grafting. Learn to take a range of cuttings and carry out bench grafting amongst other things.
The course will be offered over a 25 week period. Students will be required to take cuttings, prepare seed for sowing and carry out routine division and layering using safe work practices in the National Botanic Gardens. Skills learned during the course will be assessed regularly.
Module Content
Outline the principles of plant propagation, division and layering, grafting etc.
Outline the principles of seed propagation
Take a range of cuttings
Prepare & sow seed
Carry out routine division and layering
5N2547 - Plant Propagation
This course will lead to a minor award at QQI Level 5 in Plant Propagation (5N2547)
Location and further details:
• Teagasc College of Amenity Horticulture,
National Botanic Gardens,
Glasnevin, Dublin 9
Tel: 01 8040201
Email: botanic.college@teagasc.ie
• Teagasc College of Horticulture,
Kildalton, Piltown, Co Kilkenny
Tel: 051 644400
Email: kildalton.college@teagasc.ie