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Advanced Apprenticeship Amenity Horticulture Level 3 (Work-based)

Advanced Apprenticeship 12-18 Months Agriculture, Equine and Riseholme College Riseholme - Lincoln 4 GCSE's at grade C or above to include English Language, Maths and Science or an equivalent qualification. Applicants should be between 16 and 25* years of age on entry, and need to be employed in the industry.
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Introduction

This is a practical programme, reflecting your chosen career path and the particular branch of industry in which you work.

You can choose to study options in the following:

  • Landscaping

  • Nursery Management

  • Sports Turf Management

  • Parks and Green Spaces

  • Graveyards and Cemeteries. 

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Entry Requirements

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A minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade C or above to include English Language, Maths and Science or an equivalent qualification. You must also demonstrate a good standard of literacy and numeracy. All applicants must be between 16 and 25* years of age on entry and need to be employed in the industry. 

Potential apprentices are expected to demonstrate that they are:

  • committed to a career in the industry
  • willing to take responsibility for their own learning and development
  • committed to attend off the job training
  • Able to acquire the broad range of skills, knowledge and understanding required in the apprenticeship

*Candidates over 25 can access the components of the course but will have to make a contribution to fees

What Will You Study?

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During your training, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills in areas such as:
  • Assessing the characteristics of sites
  • Monitoring landscape maintenance
  • Production and maintenance of plants for horticultural displays
  • Preparation and maintenance of machines
  • Managing information
  • Supporting the efficient use of resources
  • Information technology
  • Working with others
  • Problem solving
  • Communication
  • A range of optional units.

How Will You Be Assessed?

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Training is work-based, with ongoing practical assessments in your workplace, and you will spend one day a week at College in classroom based lectures and tutorials. You will keep a portfolio of evidence of your practical ability, which will be regularly reviewed. Your progress through the programme is monitored continuously to ensure that you maximise your potential by building on existing skills and developing new ones.

What Award Will You Receive?

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  • Advanced Apprenticeship Certificate
  • Level 3 Diploma in Work-based Amenity
  • Technical Certificate
  • Functional Skills
  • Additional Occupational Qualifications

What Can You Do After The Course?

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Career opportunities exist at all levels with local councils, contractors, golf courses, nurseries or garden centres, private grounds, parks and gardens, or alternatively self-employment. Students completing the Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship could find employment in supervisory or junior management positions. There will also be the opportunity to progress to a Higher Education programme.