Award in Skills for Professions in Horticulture, Environmental & Animal Care

The Level 2 qualifications in Skills for Professions in Horticulture, Environmental and Animal Care have been developed to provide a flexible approach to study using a range of subject-specific vocational units within horticulture, environmental and animal care, combined with units in learning skills and employability, and ‘green’ units. These qualifications are suitable for use in a range of learning situations and lend themselves to the development of individualised learning programmes. The vocational units fall into four themes:

i) horticulture, which can be contextualised, but is not restricted, to encompass an organic approach;

ii) environmental conservation;

iii) ‘green care’, which adopts a holistic approach to the relationship between outdoor environments and human health and wellbeing;

iv) animal care.

The qualifications are a useful introduction to learners exploring outdoor careers in these areas.

Key benefits

• Flexibility: The qualifications offer a range of optional units, allowing learners to tailor their studies to their interests and career goals.
• Practical Skills Development: Learners gain hands-on experience and develop practical skills relevant to horticulture, environmental conservation, and animal care, enhancing their employability.
• Holistic Approach: The inclusion of ‘green care’ units promotes a holistic understanding of the relationship between outdoor environments and human health and wellbeing.
• Career Preparation: The qualifications prepare learners for further study at higher levels, apprenticeships, or entry-level positions in horticulture, environmental, and animal care sectors.