Pearson
Level 3
QN: 603/1214/2
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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Horticulture
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Pearson. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 540 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
Pearson
Syllabus Units
8 Units
Guided Hours
540 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Horticulture
Identification, Planting and Care of Plants
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Classify plants using binomial nomenclature and describe key morphological features used in identification.
- Explain the significance of botanical terminology in professional plant identification.
- Analyse environmental factors (soil, light, moisture, climate) that influence plant selection.
- Evaluate the suitability of plants for specific planting sites based on given criteria.
- Demonstrate correct techniques for planting containerised and bare-root plants.
- Apply appropriate aftercare procedures to ensure successful plant establishment.
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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Horticulture
Plant Propagation Activities
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1. Explore the factors affecting successful plant propagation to produce propagation schedules2. Undertake seed and vegetative propagation to meet production requirements3. Undertake the aftercare of propagated plants to achieve successful establishment
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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Horticulture
Work Experience in the Land-based Sectors
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Key Learning Objectives:
- 1. Investigate employment opportunities in the land-based sectors to target progression2. Develop communication and interview skills to improve employment prospects in the land-based sectors3. Undertake work experience in the land-based sectors to contribute to personal and professional development
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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Horticulture
Maintenance of Sports and Amenity Turf
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Key Learning Objectives:
- 1. Investigate the maintenance requirements of sports and amenity turf2. Plan a schedule for a given area of turf to support its maintenance3. Carry out maintenance for a given area of turf to enhance turf quality
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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Horticulture
Tree and Shrub Pruning and Maintenance
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Key Learning Objectives:
- 1. Explore how pruning is used as a means of maintaining trees and shrubs2. Investigate how trees and shrubs are assessed for potential failure3. Carry out pruning and maintenance activities on trees and shrubs
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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Horticulture
Nursery Stock Production
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Key Learning Objectives:
- 1. Explore the requirements for the production and establishment of field- and container-grown nursery stock2. Plan for the management and establishment of given field and container nursery stock3. Undertake production and establishment activities for specified nursery stock
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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Horticulture
Professional Working Responsibilities
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain the key personal and professional responsibilities of a horticulturist.
- Apply risk assessment procedures to a given horticultural scenario.
- Analyse the effectiveness of waste management strategies in a land-based context.
- Evaluate the impact of health and safety legislation on horticultural practices.
- Justify the importance of professional conduct and ethical behaviour in horticulture.
- Compare different approaches to managing health and safety in land-based sectors.
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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Horticulture
Estate Skills
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Evaluate the effectiveness of different estate skills in managing and maintaining habitats and environments.
- Apply appropriate estate skills to manage and maintain specific habitats and environments.
- Plan and undertake estate skills tasks in the land-based sector, considering sustainability and safety.
- Supervise others engaged in maintenance, repair, and installation tasks, ensuring quality and safety standards.
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/1214/2
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- Pearson
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Sept 2018
- Operational End
- Jul 2029