Level 2 Diploma Holistic Land Based Studies
Key Info and dates
Delivery Mode: 3 days a week-Mon/Tue/Wed
Duration: 1 Year
Course Type: 16-18
Level:2
Location: Tickenham, N.Somerset
Start Date: TBC
If you are thinking of a career working outdoors, or looking to learn more about traditional land based skills then this course is ideal for you. Our study programme will equip you with the skills and self-knowledge where caring for land, wildlife and people are important to you.
You will have access to woodland, a working market garden and stunning views across the North Somerset levels, this course focuses on practical skills development, ensuring you are work-ready whenever you finish your studies.
With both classroom taught and practical skills-based opportunities for learning, much of the course is based in an outdoor environment. You will work alongside tutors and those working in land-based enterprises. Study visits, work experience and residential trips will be included in the course.
What will you learn
Land Management and Conservation
Develop the practical skills and knowledge to maintain and manage woodlands with hands on experiance on;
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Introduction to environmental conservation
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Skills for establishing and maintaining a woodland
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Woodland products and crafts
Horticulture
Learn practical skills and knowledge to grow food. Go through the yearly cycle of food growing with hands on experience on;
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Organic horticulture
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Cultivating composts and soils
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Preparing soils for growing and planting
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Growing plants for food
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Pests, disease and weed control in organic hortiulture
People & Planet
Start to learn about the relationship between the health of people & planet and ways to restore our broken relationship with nature by exploring;
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Introduction to green care and nature based interventions
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Relationship between the environment and human health and wellbeing
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Exploring Careers in the Green Industries
Entry Requirements
To be accepted onto this course
We are looking for learners to have achieved a grade 4 in maths & English.
it is also important to us is that you have an interest and love of being outside and helping care for the natural world.
Please speak with us to discuss ways we can potentially support you in successfully completing the course if you don't achieve/have grades being asked.
Assessment
How will you be assessed throughout the course?
You will be assessed through practical assessment, assignments and multiple choice exams.
You will also receive a reflective journal which you will complete each week to help towards your knowledge development.
Further study options
Possible study progression available to you once you have finished the course
Depending on emerging interests there are various Level 3 qualifications in horticulture, Forestry, Land & Wildlife Management, Outdoor Education, Apprenticeships Schemes, Green care, Health & Social care.
Career options
Possible careers you could enjoy by pursuing work in this sector
Head Grower/Garden Manager, Fieldworker, Nursery worker, Community Gardener, Therapeutic Horticulturist, Organic Inspector, Farm Worker, Forestry Manager, Coppice Manager, Wildlife Officer, Conservation Worker, Estate Worker, Tree Surgeon, Craftsperson, Builder, Carpenter, Care work, working with people in health and social care, Green Care services, gardens for health, care farming, community gardening, conservation for health and wellbeing.