RHS
Level 1
QN: 500/9128/1
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RHS Level 1 Award in Practical Horticulture
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by RHS. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 101 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 1
Awarding Body
RHS
Syllabus Units
6 Units
Guided Hours
101 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
RHS Level 1 Award in Practical Horticulture
Assist with Planting and Establishing Plants
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to assist with carrying out planting., Be able to assist with any additional activities required to establish plants., Be able to work safely.
2
RHS Level 1 Award in Practical Horticulture
Assist with the Propagation of Plants from Seed
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Prepare containers and growing media for seed sowing
- Sow seeds at the correct depth and spacing
- Label sown seeds accurately
- Water sown seeds appropriately
- Maintain a safe working environment
- Use tools and equipment safely
- Follow hygiene procedures to prevent disease
3
RHS Level 1 Award in Practical Horticulture
Assist with the 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.
4
RHS Level 1 Award in Practical Horticulture
Identification of a range of common garden plants, weeds, pests and diseases
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how plants are botanically named, Be able to identify a range of plants, Be able to identify a range of pests and diseases
5
RHS Level 1 Award in Practical Horticulture
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
6
RHS Level 1 Award in Practical Horticulture
Soil Testing
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the reasons for soil testing, Be able to collect and prepare soil samples for testing, Be able to identify the textural class of soils, Be able to determine the pH of soils
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 500/9128/1
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- RHS
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Sept 2010
- Operational End
- Aug 2027