Horticulture
This course has been running successfully for over 25 years and is as popular today as when we started in 1989. It provides students with a general all-round knowledge in key aspects of horticulture. Students are offered a good balance of practical and theory based skills including: scientific experiments, garden design, plant propagation, plant care and identification.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
One year full-time (September - May).
Entry Requirements
The course is aimed at mature students and school leavers who have a keen interest in horticulture and/or relevant experience.
Interview
Leaving Certificate or equivalent
Language test for international students.
Careers / Further progression
Career Opportunities
Directly into employment with landscapers, garden centres and related areas.
Many of our past students have also set up their own business.
Third Level Links/Progression
Progression to QQI Level 6 Horticulture at Pearse College with further study available through the QQI links scheme at level 6, 7, 8 and 9.
Further information
€360 or €310 (with valid Medical Card).
This course is free to VTOS applicants, for more information email ciara.bowes@pearse.cdetb.ie
Please note, course fees are subject to change.
Students undertaking any full time Further Education course may apply for a means tested PLC maintenance grant. Apply online at www.susi.ie
Yes
Applications for courses starting in September 2023 are now open.
Course Modules:
Plant Science (5N2528)
Soil Science & Growing Media (5N2530)
Plant Identification (5N2527)
Plant Protection (5N2546)
Garden Design (5N2551)
Permaculture (5N1617)
Plant Propagation (5N2547)
Communications (5N0690)
Work Practice (5N1433)
5M2586 - Horticulture
Certification: QQI Level 5 Certificate in Horticulture – 5M2586.
Key facts
Amenity Horticulture is a vocational, hands-on course that will enable learners to develop skills and enhance existing ones.
Pearse College of Further Education
Clogher Road, Crumlin,
Dublin 12.
Phone: (01) 453 6661 or 01 454 1544
Email: information@pearse.cdetb.ie
Web: www.pearsecollege.ie