Teagasc
Location
Kildalton and National Botanic Gardens,
Ashtown Campus, Dublin
Educational program name
Horticulture Options (Plant Identification and Use, Landscape Construction & Maintenance, Horticulture Mechanisation, Fruit and Vegetable Production, Plant Propagation, Plant Protection, Soil Science and Growing Media and Plant Science)
Language
English
EQF level
4
I-VET / C-VET
C-VET
Modality
Formal
Short Summary
These accredited short courses are intended for part-time students who are currently employed in the horticulture industry and who wish to further their career development in their chosen sector. Students can opt to study one or as many modules in the horticulture options.
Keywords/Topics
Plant Identification and Use, Plant Science, Soil Science and Growing Media,
Plant Protection,
Work Experience,
Leadership, Teamwork or Communications,
Landscape Construction and Maintenance,
Plant Propogation,
Horticultural Mechanisation,
Fruit and Vegetable Production
Cost
€180-240
Certification
QQI
Start date
2023-09-11
Duration
6 Months (Part time)
Key skill set
Analytical, listening, communication, problem solving skills
Category
Fruit Farming
Entry conditions
Anyone who has an interest in horticulture can apply for these modules. No previous experience is required. Applicants must be a minimum of 17 years of age.
Learning outcomes
These courses will equip the learners with the knowledge, skills, and competence relevant to gain employment in the sector.