AIM
    Level 1
    QN: 603/1861/2
    Curriculum Active

    AIM Qualifications Level 1 Diploma in Skills for Working in Horticulture Industries

    Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by AIM . Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 648 hours.

    Qualification Level
    Level 1
    Awarding Body
    AIM
    Syllabus Units
    29 Units
    Guided Hours
    648 hrs
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    Course Syllabus & Study Modules

    Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.

    1

    Assist with the propagation of plants from seed

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to assist with preparing to propagate plants from seed
    • Be able to sow seed
    • Be able to work safely
    2

    Assist with vegetative propagation of plants

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to assist with collecting propagation material for the vegetative propagation of plants
    • Be able to assist with preparing propagation materials
    • Be able to assist with establishing propagation materials in a growing environment
    • Be able to work safely
    3

    Cultivating Compost and Soils

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to prepare for composting and cultivation tasks
    • Be able to make and use compost in horticulture
    • Know how to cultivate different soils
    • Know pH levels and the effects on plant life
    • Be able to tidy the work area
    4

    Cultivating Herbs

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know about the use of herbs
    • Know about the factors to be considered in selecting herbs for a particular site
    • Be able to cultivate herbs
    5

    Edge Turf with Shears

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know how to edge turf with shears
    • Be able to edge turf with shears
    6

    Floristry Skills: Make a Basket Arrangement

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to prepare for basket arrangement tasks
    • Be able to construct a basket arrangement for an occasion
    • Be able to tidy work area
    7

    Floristry Techniques

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know about relevant tools and equipment
    • Know about relevant plant material
    • Know about conditioning techniques
    • Know about preservation techniques
    • Know about basic design principles
    • Know about basic construction techniques
    8

    Flowers, Foliage and Plants

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know about cut flowers and foliage
    • Know about potted plants
    9

    Garden Horticulture Skills

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to identify garden/allotment produce
    • Know how to control weeds
    • Be able to propagate plants
    • Be able to grow and care for plants grown from seed
    10

    Identify Trees and Shrubs

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know about annuals and herbaceous perennials
    • Be able to identify trees and shrubs
    11

    Lay Turf by Hand

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know how to lay turf by hand
    • Be able to lay turf by hand
    12

    Pest, Disease and Weed Control

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know about pest, disease and weed control
    • Know about Health and Safety procedures relevant to pest, disease and weed control
    • Be able to prepare for tasks related to pest, disease and weed control
    • Be able to use pest, disease and weed control methods
    • Be able to tidy work area
    13

    Plant Propagation

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know how to propagate by stem cuttings and division
    • Be able to propagate by stem cuttings
    • Be able to propagate by division
    14

    Planting and Establishing Plants

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to carry out planting
    • Be able to carry out activities required to establish plants
    • Be able to work safely
    15

    Planting and Staking a Tree

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to prepare to plant a tree
    • Be able to plant and stake a tree
    • Be able to clear up after planting and staking a tree
    16

    Practical Floristry Skills

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know about design in floristry
    • Be able to prepare for the construction process
    • Be able to produce a floral arrangement
    • Be able to review own floral arrangements
    17

    Prepare and Plant a Container for Display

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to prepare to plant a container
    • Be able to prepare a container for planting
    • Know how to select suitable plants for the display
    • Be able to plant a container
    • Be able to clear up after planting a container
    18

    Preparing Soil for Sowing and Planting

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to select and use the correct tools and equipment for preparing soil
    • Be able to clear a site of unwanted debris
    • Be able to load, transport and spread bulky organic matter
    • Be able to cultivate soil by hand
    • Know how to dispose of waste appropriately
    19

    Produce Planted Designs

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to prepare to produce planted designs
    • Be able to produce planted designs
    20

    Pruning Plants

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know the reasons for pruning plants
    • Be able to prune different types of plants
    21

    Pruning Trees and Shrubs

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know about pruning trees and shrubs
    • Be able to prune trees and shrubs
    22

    Repairing Damaged Turf

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to repair a damaged area of turf with grass seed
    • Be able to repair turf safely
    23

    Soils and Crop Plants

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know about crop types
    • Know about the main structures of plants and their function
    • Know about the main requirements for germination and growth
    • Know about soils
    24

    Sowing and Growing Techniques

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know about indoor and outdoor sowing techniques
    • Know how to look after and transplant seedlings/plants
    • Know about specific growing techniques
    • Be able to use sowing and growing techniques
    25

    Support Plants on Wires, Frames or Trellis

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know about supporting plants on wires, frames or trellis
    • Be able to support plants on wires, frames or trellis
    26

    Use a Lawn Mower

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know how to use a lawn mower
    • Be able to use a lawn mower
    27

    Use a Nylon Cord Strimmer

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know how to use a nylon cord strimmer
    • Be able to use a nylon cord strimmer
    28

    Weeding

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know about weed species
    • Be able to carry out weed control
    29

    Wrap and Pack Floristry Goods for Customers

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know about the types of packaging that can be used
    • Know the importance of minimising and disposing of waste
    • Be able to package goods for customers

    Regulatory & Verification Details

    Qualification Number (QN)
    603/1861/2
    Regulated Status
    Available to learners
    Awarding Body
    AIM
    Qualification Type
    Vocationally-Related Qualification
    Operational Start
    Jul 2017

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