Skills for Independence and Work in Horticulture - CCCG
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Skills for Independence and Work in Horticulture

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Start Date: 2 September 2024
Attendance: Part Time
Location: Enfield Centre
Most suitable for: Adults
Duration: 1 Year
Level: Entry Level
Time of day: Daytime
CAREER PROSPECTS

ABOUT THE COURSE

This course is designed for adults with learning difficulties and additional needs. You will develop skills for independence as well as working on a variety of Horticulture projects in the SEND Garden at CONEL. This course will guide you from the very beginnings of the horticulture journey to the end point at which we consume or sell the fruits of our labour.

WHAT WILL I STUDY?

You will:

  • Learn about the various ways we grow crops and flowers
  • Learn and then participate in garden maintenance and general housekeeping of our SEND garden area
  • Learn how to maintain garden tools to ensure they function with purpose
  • Enterprise activity – You will work towards the end goal of either selling or using the items grown

WHAT WILL I NEED?

There are no qualifications required but an Initial Assessment will be carried to ensure course appropriateness. Proof of support needs and/or previous support received.

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?

You will be assessed through a variety of methods based on course requirements and individual needs.

For example:

  • Observations
  • Workbooks
  • Practical activities
  • Questioning
  • Peer feedback

Throughout the course, you will be gathering evidence/information in each unit. There are different methods that evidence can be gathered to meet individual needs.

WHAT WILL IT COST?

Adults - Entry Level, Level 1 and Level 2


If you will be aged 19+ on 31st August prior to the start date of your course, up to Level 2, then your study with us will be free. You must have lived for 3 years within the EU/EEA/UK prior to the start of your course, you must have lived in the UK before 1st January 2021 and you must have permission to live in the UK for at least 12 months from the first day of learning. Please see here for the documents you will need to show us.

Some courses will have other associated costs, such as for specialist materials and trips. Many of our students are eligible for financial support, see here for details.

WHAT CAN I DO AFTER?

This course will prepare you for employment or further study in this field. 

WHERE STUDENTS PROGRESS TO AFTER THIS COURSE

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