Level 5 Certificate in Horticulture
Teagasc Level 5 Certificate in Horticulture Programme
Entry Requirements: View the Teagasc Course Entry Requirements here.
Duration: The Level 5 Certificate in Horticulture is one year in duration.
Qualifications: These programmes are validated by QQI and successful completion leads to:
- Level 5 Certificate in Horticulture Award (5M2586)
Application Process: Applications are made online.
| Teagasc Level 5 Certificate in Horticulture Programme – Sample Content (* Choice of module will be at the discretion of the college / centre) | |||
| QQI Code | Title | Level | Credits |
| 5N1433 | Work Practice | 5 | 15 |
| 5N2546 | Plant Protection | 5 | 15 |
| 5N2528 | Plant Science | 5 | 10 |
| 5N2527 | Plant Identification and Use | 5 | 10 |
| 5N2530 | Soil Science and Growing Media | 5 | 10 |
| Personal Development module* | 5 | 15 | |
| Elective modules* | 5 | 45 | |
Progression: Students that complete the Level 5 in Horticulture have the option to progress to a Level 6 Advanced Certificate (further education) in Horticulture or an appropriate higher education apprenticeship.
There are also opportunities to progress to higher education programmes through the Higher Education Links Scheme.
There are various job opportunities in the business and service sectors of the horticultural industry for skilled graduates, as technicians, supervisors or managers.