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PROFICIENCY AWARD IN GARDEN HISTORY AND NOTABLE GARDENS VHT063

Duration (approx) 500 hours
Qualification

Learn about garden history and how to manage, plan and develop notable gardens and landscapes.

 

  • Study the history and development of notable gardens and key individuals who have influenced their deisgn.
  • Learn about the development of notable gardens and landscapes - from the management of these to planning new features.
  • Study protected plant cropping, and understand related factors such as irrigation and environmental control.
  • Start the course at any time and study where and when you want with the support of professional, expert tutors.

 

 

 

 

 

Modules

Core ModulesThese modules provide foundation knowledge for the PROFICIENCY AWARD IN GARDEN HISTORY AND NOTABLE GARDENS VHT063
 GARDEN HISTORY BHT329
 MANAGING NOTABLE GARDENS AND LANDSCAPES BHT340
 PROTECTED PLANT PRODUCTION - BHT223
 WORKSHOP I BGN103
 WORKSHOP II BGN203

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Study garden history and notable gardens by distance learning with this great course.

Garden tourism is a massive growth industry and having a knowledge of garden history and notable gardens can improve your job and career prospects.

The Proficiency Award In Garden History And Notable Gardens is useful for anyone wanting to:–

  • Work within garden tourism.

  • Manage or work in gardens open to the public.

  • Learn more about protected plants.

  • Improve your job and career prospects.

  • Perhaps set up your own business in garden tourism.

  • An essential course for anyone wanting to work in maintaining garden history and notable gardens.

Course Duration

The course requires approximately 500 hours of study. Start at any time to suit you and work at your own pace.



Why Should You Study This Course?

  • Understand more about garden history and managing notable gardens.
  • You will learn more about protected plant production.
  • All in all, this course is excellent for anyone wanting to work or develop their career in the management, maintenance and development of historic gardens and landscapes.
  • You can enrol to start at any time.  So why delay?  Enrol today.

 

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Meet some of our academics

Dr Lynette Morgan (Horticulture)Lyn worked with Rivendell Mushroom Farm between 1986 and 88; and then as a research assistant and technician for a few years while undertaking university studies. In 1991 she graduated from Massey University with a Bachelor of Horticultural Science (Hons) which covered broad horticultural sciences, as well as nursery vegetable and fruit production. Throughout the 90's she worked in both the nursery industry and horticultural crop production, before establishing her own business "Suntec" which has built an exceptional international reputation providing consulting services; particularly in hydroponic crop production. Dr Morgan has a broad expertise in horticulture and crop production, and a keen appreciation of the global scene. She travels widely as a partner in Suntec Horticultural Consultants, and has clients in central America, the USA, Caribbean, South East Asia, the Middle East, Australia and New Zealand.
Maggi BrownMaggi is regarded as an expert in organic growing throughout the UK, having worked for two decades as Education Officer at the world renowned Henry Doubleday Research Association. She has been active in education, environmental management and horticulture across the UK for more than three decades. Some of Maggi's qualifications include RHS Cert. Hort. Cert. Ed. Member RHS Life Member Garden Organic (HDRA) .
Diana Cole (Horticulturist)Horticulturist, Permaculturist, Landscaper, Environmentalist. Holds a Diploma in Horticulture, degree in geography, permaculture certificate and various other qualifications. Between 1985 and 94, Diana was a task leader with the British Trust for Conservation Volunteers. Since 2001 she has been chairperson of the Friends of Mellor Park (with Stockport MDC). From 2005 she has worked exclusively in horticulture as proprietor of her own garden design and consultancy business in and around Derbyshire; and at the same time as part time manager of a small garden centre. Diana has been an enthusiastic and very knowledgeable tutor with ACS since 2008.


Check out our eBooks

Landscaping & Gardening in the ShadeLandscaping and Gardening in the Shade will involve many considerations including buildings, plants and care of plants.
Garden Design Part 1The Garden Design ebook part 1 is an essential handbook for students and landscape professionals. A foundation guide to garden design, this book provides stunning full illustrations to demonstrate tips and examples on garden design, functional uses and aesthetics. Some topics that are covered in this ebook include 1/ Introduction to Garden Design, 2/ Appropriateness of garden design, 3/ Creating an impact, 4/ Designing to a budget, 5/ Choosing plants, 6/ Using the garden, 7/ Where the garden meets the house, 8/ Making the winter garden more comfortable, 9/ Gardens for children, 10/The secure home and garden, 11/ Lighting a garden, 12/ Dealing with shade, 13/ Garden Art, 14/ Pots and planters, 15/ Colour in the garden, 16/ Applications for colour and 17/ Garden furniture.
Garden Design Part 2Part 2 of the Garden Design Series is an inspiring accompaniment to the first book, but works equally well in its own right. The Garden Design Part 2 ebook is ideal for students and landscaping professionals. Brimming with ideas and practical advice for designing a wide variety of different gardens. You will learn about different styles of gardens and how to create a style to suit a site or client. Topics covered in this ebook include 18/ (Continuing on from Garden Design 1) Surfacing ideas, 19/ Garden arches, pergolas & pavilions, 20/ Dealing with confined spaces, 21/ Water gardens, 22/ Using plants in the garden, 23/ Formal gardens, 24/ Natural gardens, 25/ Rainforest gardens, 26/ Coastal gardens, 27/ Cottage gardens, 28/ Late Victorian/Edwardian gardens, 29/ Oriental gardens, 30/ Mediterranean gardens, 31/ Mexican style, 32/ Minimalist landscape design and 33/ Eclectic gardens.
Commercial HydroponicsThe Commercial Hydroponics ebook is ideal for students, professional horticulturalists and those who want to build a strong foundation knowledge in hydroponics. The commercial hydroponics ebook explains how to set up a commercial hydroponics system, including growing techniques and equipment that you will need. The topics covered in this book include an introduction to hydroponics, site considerations, alternatives, plant nutrition, nutrient film technique culture, rockwool culture, aggregate culture, other techniques, hydroponics equipment, greenhouse operation, plant culture in hydroponics, Vegetable crops, berry and other fruit crops, flower crops, other crops, managing a commercial hydroponic farm and a troubleshooting guide.