Garden & Parks Supervision
This module will equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to supervise public amenities such as parks and gardens. Some days will involve on-site visits to support classroom learning.
| Award Name | Level 6 Component Award (Level 6 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Minor |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 6 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 6 Component Award (Level 6 NFQ) | Minor | QQI | Level 6 NFQ |
Duration
16 weeks
Entry Requirements
Level 6 Component courses (part-time modules which are worth 15 or 30 credits) are open to:
Entry Requirements (under 60 Credits):
Students who have successfully achieved a QQI Level 5 Certificate in Horticulture (recognition of prior learning must be submitted with application), or persons currently working within the horticulture industry with relevant experience
Those who do not hold a Level 5 Cert or equivalent must provide a letter from their current employer outlining experience to date. A competency based interview must also be completed with Teagasc, in order to demonstrate knowledge, skills & competency required to successfully participate in Level 6 modules.
Entry Requirements (over 60 Credits):
Those who wish to participate in multiple modules that total greater than 60 credits must have successfully completed the Level 5 Certificate in Horticulture program, or equivalent.
'Equivalence' is established via the Teagasc RPL ("recognition of prior learning") process. Previous qualifications earned by a student must be comparable to at least a Level 5 major award type and level on the Irish National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ)
Prospective students with a qualification from institutions abroad (outside of Ireland) may assess equivalence & request a comparability statement via NARIC Ireland
Careers / Further progression
This subject is worth 30 credits which can be counted towards further studies at Level 6. By taking other Level 6 modules, students may be able to build towards a full major award of QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Horticulture.
Progression opportunities from the Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Horticulture include;
Horticultural Apprenticeship (Level 6 Higher Certificate) specialist streams
Bachelor of Science in Horticulture degree (Level 7) SETU Degree Programme - advanced entry into Year 2
Further information
November to July
Tuesdays 1.30 - 4.30pm
€420
This course is designed for current employees interested in deepening their scientific & applied knowledge of plants; and to those already working in the garden & parks area who would like to improve their knowledge and career opportunities within the sector.
QQI Level 6 Component Cert courses are offered on a part-time bases at our college in the National Botanic Gardens and campus at Ashtown, Dublin 15.
Our Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Horticulture offers a stream choice which provides a direct qualification in a specific horticultural area as follows:
Landscaping
Nursery Stock Production
Sports Turf
Food Production
To achieve a full Level 6 Advanced Certificate a person would have to reach 120 credits in a chosen Stream. Completing all common modules is a pre-requisite for those who wish to complete the full Advanced Certificate.
Each common module is delivered for a period of 16 weeks.
Please note: The full course is delivered over a 32 week period throughout the academic year. Specialist elective modules require 8 or 16 weeks of a practical learning period (PLP) - this is a mandatory work placement required for successful completion of certain modules.
Module Content
Examine the management & development of public amenities within the planning framework to maximize opportunities & ensure a sustainable approach to the provision of facilities
Apply the necessary skills in the management of gardens, urban and rural landscapes including codes of good practice
Evaluate a range of potential planting sites including the selection of suitable plants for site conditions
Appraise tree stocks for potential hazards including suggesting appropriate remedial action
6N3609 - Garden & Parks Supervision
Award
Garden and Parks Supervision (Level 6 Component Award – QQI 6N3607) - 30 Credits
Course material will be delivered face to face through a combination of practical instruction and assessment and class based teaching. All practicals will be delivered face to face for instruction and assessment in the National Botanic Gardens and Teagasc Ashtown.
Moodle is the online learning platform that will be used as the resource for supplementary learning content for students. Moodle will also be used for hosting recorded class content for some but not all modules.
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