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Gardening and Landscape
- CASHX
- Level 5

Course / Programme Co-ordinator: Ms. J. Calvey

This is a one-year course/programme for students who are interested in pursuing a career in Horticulture, Landscaping, Organic Farming and general gardening. This course will enable Learners to identify suitable plants for different gardens. It will incorporate garden design and practical garden skills.

Course Content

  • Plant Science
  • Soil Science and Growing Media
  • Plant Identification and Use
  • Communications
  • Work Experience
  • Mathematics (Optional)
  • Food Crops
  • Landscape Construction and Maintenance
  • Organic Production Prinicples
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    Career Prospects

    Students who qualify in this area can pursue a career in:
  • Garden Centres
  • Gardening
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  • Landscaping
  • Own Business
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    Certification

    Further Education and Training Awards Council (FETAC):
    Level 5 - Certificate in Horticulture.

    Due to ongoing developments in FETAC, award names are subject to change but content will remain the same.

    Higher Education

    FETAC graduates are eligible to apply to Institutes of Technology and Universities for follow-on courses.

    Garda Vetting


    Garda Vetting is a requirement on courses / programmes where students / learners have access to children or vulnerable adults. Prior to attending work experience students / learners must be vetted by the Gardai. Students / learners on relevant course/programmes will be issued with Garda Vetting forms by post prior to interviews.

    Students / learners who have lived outside the jurisdiction of Ireland / Northern Ireland and for whom Garda Vetting is unavailable are required to provide vetting from the relevant police authorities.

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