Further Details
The Core Units are divided into the following sections:
1. Introduction to Plants -Taxonomy, plant families, pressing plants, basic botany.
2. Plant Culture -Planting, potting, plant selection, pruning, irrigation, tools and machinery.
3. Soils and Nutrition -Soil structure, chemistry, nutrition, potting media.
4. Plant Identification and Use -Seed harvesting and storage, germination treatments, cuttings, etc.
5. Pests, Diseases and Weeds -Identification and treatment (chemical and non-chemical)
This would be generally considered equal to or higher than a trade level qualification. Accredited through the International Accreditation and Recognition Council.
* Requirements: Completion of 6 modules (combined nominal duration of at least 600 hours)
* Prerequisites: Year 10, or 1 year of relevant full time work following year 9; or over 21 years of age.
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