Level 3 Apprenticsehip/Work-based Diploma in Horticulture Sports Turf Management
Horticulture > Level 3 Apprenticeship/Work-based Diploma in Sports Turf
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Course Location
Greenmount Campus
Level 3 Apprenticeship/Work-based Diploma in Sports Turf
This two year part-time City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Work-based Horticulture course develops the practical skills and underpinning knowledge related to working in the sports turf sector. The course can be completed through the Apprenticeships NI Framework giving applicants the flexibility to combine work and education. This course is specifically aimed at people employed in maintaining sports turf and is ideal for those who have already completed a Level 2 qualification in sports turf and wish to further develop their career. On completion of this course, students receive a Level 3 Diploma in Work-based Horticulture.
Course content
If following the qualification as an Apprentice, further information on the Apprenticeship NI Framework can be accessed through this link.
Main areas of study are:
- Irrigation and soil drainage
- Machinery operations
- Management of golf surfaces or winter games surfaces
- Plant use and knowledge
- Site analysis and marking out
- Sports turf construction
Course Progression
This course may provide students with an opportunity to progress their career working in the sports turf sector.
Course Entry Requirements
Normally applicants must be working within the sports turf sector for a minimum of 21 hours per week and GCSE Grade C in English Language, Mathematics and ICT or equivalent qualifications. A Level 2 qualification in sports turf is desirable.
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Applicants who can demonstrate significant relevant industry experience will also be considered. These applicants may be required to submit work-based evidence and undertake written assessments and/or practical competence tests as part of the assessment.
Students who have not attained GCSE English Language, Mathematics or ICT at Grade C or above will have to complete Essential Skills in Application of Number, Communication, and Information and Communication Technology as part of their Apprenticeship programme of study.
Leaving Certificate Applied and Leaving Certificate Foundation Level are not considered as meeting entry requirements for CAFRE programmes. If you require guidance on entry qualifications please email the Key Contact for this course.
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Greenmount Campus is the centre of all things green – that’s agricultural, horticultural and environmental providing an idyllic rural setting for your land-based studies.
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