Level 2 Digital Technologies With Garden Design and Maintenance.

This is a remote course. You will learn from home with guidance from a tutor via a Microsoft Teams meeting.

You must have access to a laptop or computer.

You will have a live session with a tutor (10am – 4pm) We do have some flexibility for school runs.

This course will be 2 weeks long delivering 5-7 units. 

Units Covered:

• Developing digital career skills
• Management of Information
• Digital device safety awareness
• Communication and Productivity
• Digital Security

Once you have completed the Digital Technologies side of the course, we will issue a voucher code via email which allows you to log in anytime to complete the Garden Design and Maintenance section of the course at your own pace.

Garden Design and Maintenance Units:

Know different garden design styles. Learn how to gain inspiration throughout the day, how to design a mood board and how to implement your design effectively for the best results.
Understand site surveys, approvals and measuring techniques. Learn how to use survey maps, photographic records and what surveys and appraisals you are going to need before you begin.
Learn the benefits of project planning.
Know the five forms that should be included in all your client packs.
Learn more about drawing a plan and essential graphic skills.
Know the various surfaces and materials, understand what hard landscaping is and how to deal with it.
Know the secrets of great soil.
Understand the importance of the right plan selection and care. This includes use of colours to make an impact.
Gain valuable plant knowledge that you can use daily to make the best choices based on your design, garden location and finish.
Learn how to identify high maintenance areas within any garden. Know the different options when it comes to low maintenance planning.
Learn the importance of sustainability. Know what plants to use, about water conservation and how to recycle and reuse when working in any garden.
Learn essential tips for reducing maintenance in difficult to manage and overgrown gardens.
Know what equipment you are going to need, what equipment you will need for certain jobs and what each item is capable of.
Get a good understanding of the most common garden pests, natural and chemical pesticides, integrated pest management and how to come up with a pest management plan that will work.
Identify effective solutions for difficult gardens from adding container plants to adding additional irrigation and more.
Know what to plan in a herb and vegetable garden.

You must complete an enrolment before you can start the course. This will be booked with you upon a successful booking of the course.