Horticulture & Landscaping

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On completion of training graduates will possess the competencies and skills required to:

Establish a plant nursery
Propagate plants
Establish outdoor garden hedges
Install a landscape
Maintain lawns
Apply chemicals and fertilisers
Harvest and post harvest crops
Perform preventative maintenance on tools
Practise occupational health and safety principles when using chemical and agricultural equipment.

Below are a few FAQs pertaining to this programme or course:

What qualifications do I need to become an apprentice?

No qualifications are required.
Who can become an Apprentice?

Anyone of school leaving age or over, who is desirous of being trained in a field in which a scheme of training is offered, is eligible.
How long is the Apprenticeship Programme?

The apprenticeship contract is usually for a period of three years although some exemptions can be made to shorten the period of training if the apprentice has already completed some theoretical or practical training at an approved institution. Exemptions are subject to the Director’s discretion.

This course is held at the following training centre(s):

C. Lomer Alleyne Skills Training Centre
The CLA centre is where most of the Board’s Evening programmes are held. It is known for its Agricultural and Engineering programmes. CLA is the BVTB’s largest centre and it continues to be expanded.