During the placement you will complete horticultural research and writing culminating in achieving an RHS Level 3 Award in Horticultural Investigation (funded by the RHS).
Candidates completing the Level 3 qualification will be allocated a Project Supervisor who will support you and advise on the project write up. In order to achieve the qualification you will be required to attend several online sessions (either live or recordings) over a period of 9 months, submit a project write up and complete a professional discussion.
In order to achieve the qualification, you will be expected to:
- Record workplace learning in the form of plant and skills profiles linked to the specialism
- Attend online sessions (either live or recorded) during the placement
- Complete and submit a project report as evidence for the RHS Level 3 Award qualification. The project gives learners the opportunity to research a specific area of interest and showcase their learning
- Complete a professional discussion
Please note: If you already hold a Level 3 (or higher) Diploma in Horticulture (or equivalent) you are not eligible to complete this qualification.
To help you achieve your project coursework you will be allocated 2 hours a week study time during working hours