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Description
This Modern Apprenticeship has two levels, making it suitable for employees with no experience in the horticulture sector, as well as those who want to take a step forward in their career. There are different pathways to give employees the skills, knowledge and hands-on training they need to succeed in their chosen area of horticulture. It can prepare them for roles such as gardener, interior landscaper and skilled tractor/machine operator.
Qualifications
SCQF level 5
Your employee will study for a qualification at SCQF level 5 in one of:
- Horticulture
- Production Horticulture
- Landscaping
- Sports Turf (Greenkeeper)
- Sports Turf (Groundsman)
- Parks, Gardens and Green Space
Entry requirements
There are no set entry requirements for this Modern Apprenticeship, but candidates should be keen to learn and enjoy working outside.
Progression and development
Depending on the pathway they take, your employees will learn the skills they need for roles such as:
- Gardener
- Cemetery worker
- Greenkeeper/groundsperson
- Interior landscaper
- Skilled horticulture worker
- Skilled packer/despatch worker
- Skilled tractor/machine operator
- Skilled plant propagator
They could also progress to further qualifications and awards, including the horticulture Modern Apprenticeship at SCQF level 6, and related courses in higher and further education.
SCQF level 6
Your employee will study for a qualification at SCQF level 6 in one of:
- Production Horticulture
- Landscaping
- Sports Turf
- Parks, Gardens and Green Space
Entry requirements
Candidates should have completed the Modern Apprenticeship at SCQF level 5, or have equivalent qualifications or experience.
Progression and development
Depending on the pathway they take, your employees will learn the skills they need for roles such as:
- Gardener
- Interior landscape designer
- Parks officer
- Deputy head greenkeeper/groundskeeper
- Garden designer
- Senior gardener/horticulture technician
- Horticulture specialist
They could also progress to related courses in higher education, such as botany, plant pathology, conservation, seed science or plant science.
How is it funded?
We contribute towards training costs
We do this by paying the learning provider directly in incremental payments throughout the course of the apprenticeship.
See training contribution calculator below to determine funding contribution for this framework.
An enhanced funding contribution is paid for employees who are aged 16 – 19. For those who are disabled and care-experienced, this is extended up to and including age 29.
Speak to a range of learning providers to find the best deal and agree on a flexible approach to meet the needs of your business.
Who pays the apprentice?
Like any other employee of your business, you’ll pay the Modern Apprentice's wages. This is not set by SDS, but we do encourage all employers to pay the living wage. Remember, you must pay at least the National Minimum Wage.
Time to complete
It will take around 3 years to complete.
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Sound right for your business?
The next step is to find a learning provider that offers this apprenticeship.
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