Teagasc

Kildalton and Dublin

Horticulture Options (Ecology & the Environment, Garden Centre Operations, Landscape Design & Construction, Market Gardening, Nursery Stock Production, Tree and Shrub Management, Sportsturf Science and Maintenance, Horticultural Production Mechanisation/F

English

5

C-VET

Formal

These course options are available for those who have already completed a Level 4 Certificate in Horticulture and want to further develop their horticultural knowledge but cannot commit to a full-time course. These modules may also suit those who have been working in the horticultural industry for a minimum of 3 years. Modules are offered over a 16-week period from January to May each year. Students will attend between 3.5-6 hours of class and field trips per week.

Ecology & the Environment, Garden Centre Operations, Landscape Design & Construction, Market Gardening, Nursery Stock Production, Tree and Shrub Management, Sportsturf Science and Maintenance, Horticultural Production Mechanisation/Food Production, Gradens and Park Supervision, Entrepreneurship

€240-420

QQI

3 Months (Part time)

15 ECTS

Analytical, listening, communication, problem solving skills

Plant Protection and Conservation

Applicants must have a level 4 Certificate in Horticulture or have a minimum of 3 years relevant work experience and a reference from employer. Applicants will also have to complete an interview as part of the application process

Graduates of each program will have hands-on knowledge of the respective horticulture options.