Horticulture: An Introduction

Horticulture QQI Award (4M1994)

This is a QQI level 4 course and is also available to VTOS applicants if eligible. 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: growing vegetables, horticultural practice, plant care and identification.  This course will enable you to gain an understanding of the fundamentals of horticulture with real hands-on experience.

Course Content

Safe Horticulture Practices (4N0719); Plant Identification (4N1186); IT Support; Learning Support; Communications (4N0689); Growing Vegetables (4N0671)

Certification

QQI Level 4 Component Certificates in Horticulture (4M1994)

Duration

1 year – September to May (full-time)

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.

Third Level Links/Progression

Progression to the QQI Level 5 Horticulture course at Pearse College.

Course Charges

This course is open to VTOS applicants (email ciara.bowes@pearse.cdetb.ie).

BTEI applicants should contact btei@pearse.cdetb.ie