RHS Level 2 Certificate in Practical Horticulture
Course Details
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Department
Horticulture -
Qualification
Level 2 -
Course Type
Part Time -
Length
34 weeks -
Location(s)
York
Course at a glance
This course gives a general introduction to horticulture, which is suitable for anyone wanting to prepare for more advanced study or a career in horticulture, with a combination of practical and theoretical elements. It is taught one day per week, Tuesday 10.00 - 4.00pm over the year.
Location
This course is delivered at our York Campus.
Dates and Times
Tuesday (10am-4pm)
This course will commence in the week beginning 15 September 2025 and complete in the week beginning 22 June 2026. The course follows the term and holiday dates determined by North Yorkshire Council.
This highly respected and widely recognised qualification is ideal for professional gardeners and horticulturists seeking to gain formal qualifications, as well as for those looking to move into the horticulture industry and passionate amateur gardeners seeking to expand their knowledge. The RHS Level 2 Certificate is designed to embed current horticultural best practice, whilst embracing core principles of sustainability.
The full RHS Level 2 Certificate consist of two separate qualifications, as outlined below:
• RHS Level 2 Certificate in Practical Horticulture
• RHS Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Plant Growth and Development
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Key Information
This qualification is delivered via a combination of classroom-based learning and practical tasks. It covers a wide range of horticultural skills including:
- Plant Identification
- Plant Establishment
- Plant Propagation
- Plant Care
- Plant Pruning
- Garden Features
- Grassed Areas
Please note that for practical courses, learners are required to provide steel toe-capped safety boots, suitable gloves and clothing appropriate to the weather conditions.
Assessment consists of:
• Online Competence Assessment (OCA)
• Practical Competence Assessment (PCA)
- RHS Level 2 Certificate in Practical Horticulture
- RHS Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Plant Growth and Development
Further detailed information regarding this qualification can be found at RHS horticultural training and qualifications / RHS
No formal qualification.
Applicants are expected to show a keen interest in horticulture.
On successful completion of the RHS L2 Certificate in Practical Horticulture, you may apply for the RHS L2 Certificate in the Principles of Plant Growth and Development to complete the full RHS L2 Qualification.
Visit the RHS Website for more information on courses
Please enquire for further information
Course cost may be different if you reside in a devolved area. To find out more please visit out finance page for advice for over 19 applicants or email us: student.records@askham-bryan.ac.uk
Career Pathways
- Garden centres and plant nurseries
- Public gardens and estates
- Private gardens and estates
- Parks and urban green spaces
- Garden design
- Garden maintenance
- Social and therapeutic horticulture
- Working for the national trust, a stately home, or a council parks department, as part of a large organisation maintaining planted gardens.