If horticulture is your career choice or you simply have a passion for plants then you can’t go wrong with an RHS (Royal Horticulture Society) qualification.

Horticulture is a huge global industry and the largest employer in the UK with a wide selection of jobs available in the commercial or environmental sectors as well as in research and journalism.  However, there is a shortage of qualified, trained and skilled people – so now couldn’t be a better time  to start preparing the foundation for your career in horticulture.

The Benefits of an RHS qualification are numerous:- globally recognised, compatible with the horticulture industry, relevant to what jobs are available and flexibility of learning for the complete beginner to the more experienced student.  RHS qualifications are built up from units in the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF). They focus on clearly defined horticultural areas and offer a very flexible approach to study with the qualifications  designed for part-time study.

The appeal of an RHS qualification is that you can choose to  follow either theory or practical  study or a combination of both.  Whatever qualification you choose you can be assured that your RHS qualification is highly respected in the horticulture profession and academic world.

Courses Available

Online Courses in Horticulture is an RHS approved centre offering levels 2 & 3 RHS qualifications:

Level 2 Awards

Provide a pathway into the horticultural profession by supporting career development or provide a foundation for further learning and training.

RHS Certificate Level 2 – Principles of Garden Planning, Establishment & Maintenance
RHS Certificate Level 2 – Principles of Plant Growth, Propagation & Development

Level 3 Awards

This qualifications not only increase employment prospects but also enable more specialisation in the area of your choice.

RHS Certificate Level 3 – Principles of Plant Growth, Health & Applied Propogation
RHS Certificate Level 3 – Garden Planning, Construction & Planting