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Advanced Diploma in Gardening

4.3(43)

By John Academy

Gardening gives you the satisfaction of seeing your hard work come to life. It can be a great hobby and, in the meantime, serve as an excellent career option for plant lovers. The Advanced Diploma in Gardening course will teach you how to turn your passion into your career.  The Advanced Diploma in Gardening course will provide you with a great deal of knowledge and understanding of gardening. In this course, you will get familiarised with the essential tools for gardening. The highly informative modules will educate you on organic fertilisers and natural pest control. In addition, you will learn the process of organic container gardening and organic hydroponic gardening. This comprehensive course will show you all the steps of growing vegetables, from preparing the soil to harvesting. You will also become competent in preventing plant diseases and protecting them from the attack of insects.  This Advanced Diploma in Gardening course is designed to show you the ins and outs of gardening. Within no time, you will acquire the key skills to create mesmerising gardens. Enrol now! Learning Outcomes  Familiarise yourself with the fundamentals of gardening Learn about the essential gardening tools Enrich your knowledge of organic fertiliser and pest control Build your expertise in organic container gardening and organic hydroponic gardening Understand how to prepare your garden for planting vegetables Develop the skills for protecting your vegetables from insects and diseases Grasp the essentials of pruning, spraying and harvesting Who is this Course for? This Advanced Diploma in Gardening course would be ideal for amateurs and professional gardeners. Entry Requirement This course is available to all learners of all academic backgrounds. Learners should be aged 16 or over to undertake the qualification. A good understanding of the English language, numeracy, and ICT are required to attend this course. Assessment At the end of the course, you will be required to sit an online multiple-choice test. Your test will be assessed automatically and immediately so that you will instantly know whether you have been successful. Before sitting for your final exam, you will have the opportunity to test your proficiency with a mock exam. Certification After you have successfully passed the test, you will be able to obtain an Accredited Certificate of Achievement. You can, however, also obtain a Course Completion Certificate following the course completion without sitting for the test. Certificates can be obtained either in hardcopy at the cost of £39 or in PDF format at the cost of £24. PDF certificate's turnaround time is 24 hours, and for the hardcopy certificate, it is 3-9 working days. Why Choose us? Affordable, engaging & high-quality e-learning study materials; Tutorial videos/materials from the industry-leading experts; Study in a user-friendly, advanced online learning platform; Efficient exam systems for the assessment and instant result; The UK & internationally recognised accredited qualification; Access to course content on mobile, tablet, or desktop from anywhere, anytime; The benefit of career advancement opportunities; 24/7 student support via email. Career Path The Advanced Diploma in Gardening course will be very beneficial and helpful, especially to the following professionals: Professional Gardener Carer Garden Centre Assistant Caretaker Seasonal Grounds Maintenance Officer Farm Assistant Florist Module 01: Gardening Basics Organic Gardening Basics 00:30:00 Having a Plan 00:30:00 Having the Right Tools 01:00:00 Making your Own Mulch 01:00:00 Natural Pest Control 00:30:00 Organic Fertilizer 01:00:00 Planting 01:00:00 Harvesting 01:00:00 What to Avoid 01:00:00 Benefits of Organic Gardening 01:00:00 Module 02: Organic Gardening Why Garden Organically? 01:00:00 Planning Your Organic Vegetable Garden 00:30:00 Growing Your Organic Vegetable Garden 00:30:00 Why Grow an Organic Herb Garden? 00:30:00 Growing an Organic Herb Garden 00:30:00 You Have Organically Grown Herbs, Now What? 01:00:00 Organic Garden Fertilizers 00:30:00 Organic Gardening Compost 00:30:00 Why Use Organic Pest Control? 01:00:00 How to Control Garden Pests Organically 00:30:00 How to Bring Your Organic Plants Indoors; for Easy Year Round Growth 00:30:00 Organic Container Gardening 01:00:00 Organic Hydroponic Gardening 00:30:00 Module 03: Vegetable Gardening INTRODUCTION 01:00:00 WHY SHOULD YOU CHOOSE GARDENING? 00:30:00 REQUISITES OF THE HOME VEGETABLE GARDEN 01:00:00 THE PLANTATION PLAN 01:00:00 VEGETABLE GARDEN RECORD 01:00:00 IMPLEMENTS AND THEIR USES 01:00:00 MANURES, FERTILIZERS AND MULCHING 02:00:00 THE SOIL AND ITS PREPARATION 01:00:00 STARTING WITH THE PLANTS 02:00:00 SOWING AND PLANTING 01:00:00 THE CULTIVATION OF VEGETABLES 01:00:00 THE VEGETABLES AND THEIR SPECIAL NEEDS 02:00:00 BEST VARIETIES OF THE GARDEN VEGETABLES 02:00:00 INSECTS AND DISEASES AND THE METHODS OF FIGHTING THEM 02:00:00 HARVESTING AND STORING 02:00:00 THE VARIETIES OF POME AND STONE FRUITS 02:00:00 PLANTING: CULTIVATION: FILLER CROPS 01:00:00 PRUNING, SPRAYING, HARVESTING 01:00:00 BERRIES AND SMALL FRUITS 02:00:00 A CALENDAR OF OPERATIONS 01:00:00 CONCLUSION 00:30:00 Mock Exam Mock Exam- Advanced Diploma in Gardening 00:30:00 Final Exam Final Exam- Advanced Diploma in Gardening 00:30:00 Order Your Certificates and Transcripts Order Your Certificates and Transcripts 00:00:00

Advanced Diploma in Gardening
Delivered Online On Demand46 hours
£25

FOOD SAFETY (REFRESHER), LEVEL 2

5.0(50)

By Pochat Training

QA Level 2 Award In Food Safety (Refresher) (RQF) Face to Face: Half day course Virtual Classroom: Spread over 2 sessions of 2½ hr duration Suitable for those who have previously done an Ofqual regulated course in Food Safety in Catering, for Retail and for Manufacturing Reminds learners about the importance of Food Safety and how to ensure food is safe for consumption Course Contents: Responsibilities of food handlers Types of contamination Causes of cross contamination Types of Contamination and the Associated Risks Keeping the work area and equipment clean and tidy Pest control Sources of food poisoning People at higher risk of food poisoning High risk foods Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) Personal hygiene in food safety Safe temperatures for food processing Food spoilage Storage and deliveries Benefits of this course: Businesses have a duty to their customers to produce food that is safe for consumption. There are one million cases of food poisoning in the UK each year. How much can you remember from when you did your original course? From our experience, people remember very little one year later - let alone longer than that The Food Standards Agency says that 'Food business operators are required by law, to ensure that food handlers receive appropriate supervision and instruction/training in food hygiene in line with their work activity and should enable them to handle food safely’. Our QA Level 2 Award in Food Safety (Refresher) (RQF) is a nationally accredited qualification especially suitable for people working in, or planning to work in, the food retail industry, and complies with the training regulations. Doing this Ofqual regulated, nationally accredited course ensures that nothing of importance is left out of your memory, and that you are able to produce or sell food that is fit for human consumption Accredited, Ofqual regulated qualification: Our Food Safety in Catering training course is a nationally recognised, Ofqual regulated qualification accredited by Qualsafe Awards. This means that you can be rest assured that your Food safety in Catering certificate fulfils the legal requirements and is a very good way to make sure your employees are trained in Food Safety. The Ofqual Register number for this course is 603/4311/4

FOOD SAFETY (REFRESHER), LEVEL 2
Delivered in Chesterfield or Online + more
£85

Food Safety for Retail, Level 2

5.0(50)

By Pochat Training

QA Level 2 Award In Food Safety For Retail (RQF) Face to Face: Full day course Virtual Classroom: Spread over 3 sessions of 2½ hr duration Food business operators are required by law, to ensure that food handlers receive appropriate supervision and instruction/training in food hygiene in line with their work activity and should enable them to handle food safely Recommended by HSE and Environmental Health Officers (EHO's) Course Contents: The Importance of Food Safety Food Safety Laws Legal Responsibilities of Food Handlers Types of Contamination and the Associated Risks Bacteriology Food Poisoning Foodborne Illnesses An Introduction to Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) Personal Hygiene Work Flow, Work Surfaces and Equipment Cleaning and Disinfection Waste Disposal Pest Control Safe Food Handling Practices including Time and Temperature Controls Preparation Cooking and Reheating Chilling Cooling Thawing Hot holding Displaying food Core temperatures Food Preservation Storage Stock Control Procedures Benefits of this course: Businesses have a duty to their customers to produce food that is safe for consumption. There are one million cases of food poisoning in the UK each year. More than 6,000 are admitted to hospital. In 2014/2015, businesses in Chesterfield were issued 344 written enforcement notices. Derby received 1,116. Doing our Ofqual regulated, nationally accredited course ensures that nothing of importance is left out. EU and UK regulations state that all food handlers must receive appropriate training in food safety practices relevant to their duties. The Food Standards Agency says that 'Food business operators are required by law, to ensure that food handlers receive appropriate supervision and instruction/training in food hygiene in line with their work activity and should enable them to handle food safely’. Our QA Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering (RQF) is a nationally accredited qualification especially suitable for people working in, or planning to work in, the food retail industry, and complies with the training regulations.

Food Safety for Retail, Level 2
Delivered in Chesterfield or Online + more
£105

Agricultural Science Level 3 & 5

By Imperial Academy

Level 5 QLS Endorsed Course | Endorsed Certificate Included | Plus 5 Career Guided Courses | CPD Accredited

Agricultural Science Level 3 & 5
Delivered Online On Demand
£139

Food Safety for a Catering Environment (Level 2) Approved Online Training

By Twig Services Ltd

Level 2 Food Safety for a Catering Environment Approved Online Training

Food Safety for a Catering Environment (Level 2) Approved Online Training
Delivered Online On Demand1 hour 15 minutes
£29

Gardening & Landscaping

4.9(27)

By Apex Learning

Overview Learn to turn any landscape into an outdoor paradise and gain the skills to become a qualified Landscape Gardener by joining the exclusive Gardening & Landscaping course.Gardening and landscaping have received massive attention in the past few years due to an increase in living standards, and a connection to natureenhances any home and boosts our mood. This eLearning course covers gardening and landscaping fundamentals and additional knowledge in designing frameworks. You will learn how to care for trees and shrubs, select the best trees and shrubs, and the best plants for a variety of outdoor spaces. You will also be trained on restoring old landscapes into elegant outdoor havens, as well as how to prune old and young trees. How will I get my certificate? You may have to take a quiz or a written test online during or after the course. After successfully completing the course, you will be eligible for the certificate. Who is this course for? There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment on this Garden Design, Gardening & Landscaping. It is available to all students, of all academic backgrounds. Requirements Our Garden Design, Gardening & Landscaping is fully compatible with PC's, Mac's, Laptop, Tablet and Smartphone devices. This course has been designed to be fully compatible on tablets and smartphones so you can access your course on wifi, 3G or 4G.There is no time limit for completing this course, it can be studied in your own time at your own pace. Career path Having these various qualifications will increase the value in your CV and open you up to multiple sectors such as Business & Management, Admin, Accountancy & Finance, Secretarial & PA, Teaching & Mentoring etc. Course Curriculum 3 sections • 20 lectures • 11:55:00 total length •Module 01: Gardening Basics: 00:40:00 •Module 02: Fertilisers and Pest Control: 00:20:00 •Module 03: Low Maintenance Gardening and Garden Security: 00:20:00 •Module 04: Principles of Garden Design: 01:00:00 •Module 05: Garden Design Plans: 00:25:00 •Module 06: Examples of Planting Plans: 00:10:00 •Module 07: Planting Techniques: 00:10:00 •Module 08: Garden Irrigation: 00:20:00 •Module 09: Garden Lighting Design: 00:15:00 •Module 10: Turfing a Lawn: 00:15:00 •Organic Gardening Basics: 00:30:00 •Having a Plan: 00:30:00 •Having the Right Tools: 01:00:00 •Making your Own Mulch: 01:00:00 •Natural Pest Control: 00:30:00 •Organic Fertilizer: 01:00:00 •Planting: 01:00:00 •Harvesting: 01:00:00 •What To Avoid: 00:30:00 •Benefits of Organic Gardening: 01:00:00

Gardening & Landscaping
Delivered Online On Demand11 hours 55 minutes
£12

Food Safety In Catering, Level 1

5.0(50)

By Pochat Training

Highfield Level 1 Award In Food Safety In Catering (RQF) Half day course Food business operators are required by law, to ensure that food handlers receive appropriate supervision and instruction/training in food hygiene in line with their work activity and should enable them to handle food safely This Level 1 Award in Food Safety in Catering helps to prepare people for working in a low-risk role, where some food handling takes place. Course Contents: The Importance of Food Safety Legal responsibilities of food handlers Personal hygiene Contamination and cross contamination The importance of keeping one's work areas clean Pest control Basic bacteriology Benefits of this course: Businesses have a duty to their customers to produce food that is safe for consumption. There are one million cases of food poisoning in the UK each year. More than 6,000 are admitted to hospital. In 2014/2015, businesses in Chesterfield were issued 344 written enforcement notices. Derby received 1,116. Doing our Ofqual regulated, nationally accredited course ensures that nothing of importance is left out. EU and UK regulations state that all food handlers must receive appropriate training in food safety practices relevant to their duties. The Food Standards Agency says that 'Food business operators are required by law, to ensure that food handlers receive appropriate supervision and instruction/training in food hygiene in line with their work activity and should enable them to handle food safely’. This Highfield Level 1 Award in Food Safety in Catering (RQF) is a nationally accredited qualification especially suitable for people working in, or planning to work in, the food retail industry where some food handling takes place Accredited, Ofqual regulated qualification: This Level 1 Food Safety in Catering training course is a nationally recognised, Ofqual regulated qualification accredited by Highfield Qualifications. This means that you can be rest assured that your level 1 Food safety in Catering certificate fulfils the legal requirements and is a very good way to make sure your low-risk employees are trained appropriately in Food Safety. The Ofqual Register number for this course is 603/2615/3

Food Safety In Catering, Level 1
Delivered in Chesterfield or Online + more
£85

Food Safety In Retail, Level 1

5.0(50)

By Pochat Training

Highfield Level 1 Award In Food Safety In Retail (RQF) Half day course Food business operators are required by law, to ensure that food handlers receive appropriate supervision and instruction/training in food hygiene in line with their work activity and should enable them to handle food safely This Level 1 Award in Food Safety for Retail helps to prepare people for working in a low-risk role, where some food handling takes place. Course Contents: The Importance of Food Safety Legal responsibilities of food handlers Personal hygiene Contamination and cross contamination The importance of keeping one's work areas clean Pest control Basic bacteriology Benefits of this course: Businesses have a duty to their customers to produce food that is safe for consumption. There are one million cases of food poisoning in the UK each year. More than 6,000 are admitted to hospital. In 2014/2015, businesses in Chesterfield were issued 344 written enforcement notices. Derby received 1,116. Doing our Ofqual regulated, nationally accredited course ensures that nothing of importance is left out. EU and UK regulations state that all food handlers must receive appropriate training in food safety practices relevant to their duties. The Food Standards Agency says that 'Food business operators are required by law, to ensure that food handlers receive appropriate supervision and instruction/training in food hygiene in line with their work activity and should enable them to handle food safely’. This Highfield Level 1 Award in Food Safety in Retail (RQF) is a nationally accredited qualification especially suitable for people working in, or planning to work in, the food retail industry where some food handling takes place Accredited, Ofqual regulated qualification: This Level 1 Food Safety in Retail training course is a nationally recognised, Ofqual regulated qualification accredited by Highfield Qualifications. This means that you can be rest assured that your level 1 Food safety in Retail certificate fulfils the legal requirements and is a very good way to make sure your low-risk employees are appropriately trained in Food Safety. The Ofqual Register number for this course is 603/2617/7

Food Safety In Retail, Level 1
Delivered in Chesterfield or Online + more
£85

Sustainable Agriculture in the UK

4.3(43)

By John Academy

Explore the principles and practices of Sustainable Agriculture in the UK with our comprehensive course. Delve into topics such as soil health, water management, crop diversity, pest control, energy efficiency, and livestock management. Gain the knowledge and skills to contribute to a more sustainable and resilient agricultural future. Join us to cultivate a greener, more responsible approach to farming in the United Kingdom. Enroll now!

Sustainable Agriculture in the UK
Delivered Online On Demand2 hours 30 minutes
£23.99

Gardening and Harvesting

4.7(47)

By Academy for Health and Fitness

24 Hours Left! Don't Let the Winter Deals Slip Away - Enrol Now! If you have a knack for gardening, we are here to assist you in building a career out of your hobby. Enrol now in our Gardening Training online course and let us guide you towards a livelihood you are passionate about! For people who are enthusiastic about plants and want to learn more about gardening methods and techniques, we offer an online course in gardening training. Plant identification, soil preparation, watering and fertilising, pruning and training, as well as pest and disease management, are just a few of the many subjects covered in the course. Participants will gain a firm foundation in gardening skills and knowledge through a mix of video lectures, interactive activities, and hands-on projects. After completing the gardening training course, participants will have the knowledge and confidence needed to design and maintain their own lovely gardens. With this comprehensive Gardening course, you can achieve your dreams and train for your ideal career. This course provides students with an in-depth learning experience that they can work through at their own pace to enhance their professional development. What you'll learn Understanding of basic gardening concepts, such as soil composition, plant nutrition, and plant care techniques Knowledge of common plants and their characteristics, including optimal growing conditions and common pests and diseases Ability to design and plan a garden layout, including selection of suitable plants and layout of hardscape elements Skills in basic gardening tasks, such as planting, pruning, and weeding Knowledge of sustainable gardening practices, including water conservation and organic pest control methods. Here is the curriculum breakdown of this gardening training course: Module 01: Basics Module 02: Having a Plan Module 03: Having the Right Tools Module 04: Making your Own Mulch Module 05: Natural Pest Control Module 06: Organic Fertilizer Module 07: Planting Module 08: Harvesting Module 09: What to Avoid Module 10: Benefits Assessment Process Your skills and knowledge will be tested with an automated multiple-choice assessment. You will then receive instant results to let you know if you have successfully passed the gardening course. CPD 10 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards Who is this course for? This gardening course is well suited for - Homeowners. Landscapers. Garden enthusiasts. Horticulturalists. Nursery workers. Requirements You will not need any prior background or expertise to enrol in this gardening course. Career path Our gardening course will help the learners pursue the following careers Landscape Designer: £20,000 - £40,000 per year Garden Designer: £20,000 - £40,000 per year Horticulturist: £20,000 - £40,000 per year Landscape Architect: £30,000 - £50,000 per year Landscape Contractor: £25,000 - £45,000 per year Certificates Certificate of completion Digital certificate - £10 Certificate Accredited by CPDQS Hard copy certificate - £29 If you are an international student, then you have to pay an additional 10 GBP as an international delivery charge.

Gardening and Harvesting
Delivered Online On Demand9 hours
£12