Level 2 RHS Certificate in Principles of Plant Growth and Development
EKC Canterbury College
New Dover Road, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 3AJ
National Certificate (BTEC / NCFE)
Level 2
Available start dates
Available start dates
Tuesday, 15 September 2026
Canterbury College
1 Year(s)
Part time
Daytime/working hours
Course Summary
Learn the basics of plant science and introduce yourself to the key principles on this course.
Course Details
Topics include:
- Structure and function
- Plant health
- Plant nutrition
- Plant specifications
- Plant adaptations
- Planting style
- Horticulture and society
- Biodiversity
Your next steps...
This qualification has been designed to provide you with a range of horticultural knowledge and skills to support you carrying out routine tasks.
You will be supported to progress into employment in horticultural industries such as gardening, landscaping, plant production and retail.
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