Horticulture - Plant Protection
This module will equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to protect plants and horticultural crops from harmful effects of weeds, pests and diseases; and to select appropriate, safe and sustainable control measures.
| Award Name | Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Minor |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) | Minor | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
25 weeks.
Entry Requirements
Online application on our website
Student must be aged 17 or over on January 1st following entry to the course
Horticulture can be a physically demanding career path
Applicants should have a keen interest in learning and working in horticulture
Teagasc supports access for students with disabilities
Careers / Further progression
By taking other Level 5 modules, students may be able to build towards a full award of QQI Certificate in Horticulture.
Further information
From Sept to March
Fridays 9am - 12.30pm
€240
Application for this course is through our website at link below.
Teagasc Kildalton Agriculture & Horticulture College, Piltown, Co. Kilkenny. Tel: 051-644400 or Email: kildalton.college@teagasc.ie
Designed for anyone involved in the management and care of plants, it is suited for people who are currently pursuing careers in all of the various horticultural sectors, or for those who feel they would like to explore this particular area of horticulture.
The course will be offered over a 25 week period. Skills learned throughout the course will be assessed at regular intervals.
Note: On successful completion of this course, students will be fully qualified under DAFM Sustainable Use of Pesticides (SUD) legislation.
Module Content
Describe the range, formulations and uses of pesticides in horticulture
Describe pest and disease control measures and legislative control practices
Identify a range of horticulture pests and diseases
Apply pesticides correctly with a knapsack sprayer
5N2546 - Plant Protection
Awarding
Plant Protection (Level 5 Component Award – QQI 5N2546)
Location and further details:
• Teagasc College of Amenity Horticulture,
National Botanic Gardens,
Glasnevin, Dublin 9
Tel: 01 8040201
Email: botanic.college@teagasc.ie
• Teagasc College of Horticulture,
Kildalton, Piltown, Co Kilkenny
Tel: 051 644400
Email: kildalton.college@teagasc.ie