Horticulture
| Award Name | Level 4 Component Award (Level 4 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Minor |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 4 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 4 Component Award (Level 4 NFQ) | Minor | QQI | Level 4 NFQ |
Duration
41 weeks. Duration may vary depending on modules offered.
Entry Requirements
Education: Applicants should have a standard of knowledge, skill and competence equivalent to NFQ Level 3 when accessing a Level 4 programme. Applicants may have participated in primary and secondary education although no formal qualifications are required.
Aptitude: Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.
Previous experience: Applicants must be able to demonstrate a moderate range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course, be able to work with responsibility and demonstrate the ability to work on their own initiative.
Eligibility: Priority will be given to those with less than upper secondlevel education (Leaving Certificate or equivalent).
Application process includes an interview.
Careers / Further progression
Progression Routes: Students who complete this course can progress directly to entry level employment and or to other further education and training courses.
Further information
Applying for a Course:
If you have any difficulty contacting the relevant person then please contact Donegal ETB’s Adult Guidance and Information Service in Letterkenny (Tel: 074 9178088) or Donegal Town (Tel: 074 9725520).
You can also email adultguidance@donegaletb.ie or complete this web form and our staff will get back to you: https://www.donegaletb.ie/further- education-training/adult-guidance/.
Alternatively, you can apply online through our website course finder, https://www.donegaletb.ie/further-education-training/course-finder/, or through the national FET course finder, www.fetchcourses.ie. If you are in receipt of Jobseekers Allowance, then your DSP Case Officer will be able to refer you to our courses.
Location: Stranorlar.
Cost: This course is free for those who:
— Have less than upper-second level education
— Are in receipt of social welfare payment
— Have a full medical card
— Are in the workforce with low skill levels and who need opportunities to upgrade their skills in order to advance their career
Fees apply to other applicants.
This QQI Level 4 horticulture course focuses on sustainable gardening and horticulture to promote sustainable approaches to living in harmony with nature. It consists of component awards that will give students the knowledge, skills and competencies to enable them to seek employment opportunities in the field of horticulture. The course focuses on sustainable green practices including increasing soil fertility and composting, natural pest control, energy efficiency and recycling and growing plants to enhance well-being and to attract biodiversity in the garden. The course will also enable the student to develop personal qualities and strengths in goal setting and career planning that will help them make informed choices whether to pursue a range of employment opportunities or to progress to further education or training.
Modules:
— Growing Vegetables / 4N0671
— Plant Identification Care and Maintenance / 4N1186
Modules may be subject to change.
4N0671 Growing Vegetables
4N1186 Plant Identification Care and Maintenance
Contact:
Vivienne Doherty
Tel. 074 9190610