Level 2 City and Guilds Award or Certificate in Practical Horticulture Skills

Applications Open: 13 November 2025

Applications Close: tbc

Entry Requirements Applicants must achieve a grade 4 in English Language or English Literature, and Mathematics, in addition to the minimum requirements in their chosen subjects.

How to Apply Please apply via KentChoices or email T6signup@turnerschools.com

This course is designed for learners who want to work in the horticultural industry, and want to develop practical skills for employment in horticulture. Learners will gain the opportunity to learn, develop, and practise real-world horticultural skills needed for employment in gardening, landscaping, or plant production.

The focus is on hands-on skills such as Plant propagation and care, Garden design and maintenance, Use of horticultural machinery and safe work practices. You will have the opportunity to study in our dedicated Horticulture classroom and outdoor area. In units such as ‘Design a show garden’ and ‘Prune free standing fruit trees’, students will have the opportunity to work with experts in that field to develop their skills.

Students will need GCSE's 3's in Maths and English - this is a one year level 2 pathway (alongside Maths/English resits)

Successful learners can progress to a Level 3 course in Horticulture or another land-based course. They will also have the skills to seek employment within the horticultural industry or land-based industry.