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Get Started with Gardening: Summer
The intent of this course is designed specifically for learners who have little or no experience with gardening to develop knowledge, investigate creativity and enhance social and employability skills. Join us for a fun and instructive 4 week course, using gardening and plant based activities that will improve health and wellbeing. This introductory course will help you investigate what you need to do to take care of plants, take cuttings and watch them grow. This gentle course includes a beginner’s guide to Plant Latin and soil improvement.
You are expected to be punctual and attend 100% of this course, if you do not attend for 3 consecutive weeks, you may be withdrawn. This will also reduce your chances of joining another course in the future.
English, Maths and Digital Skills will be embedded in the course.
All classes are asked to complete the Emotional Health and Wellbeing survey at the beginning and end of their course. This enables us to see whether learning has a positive impact on wellbeing and it also enables us to identify and help people who need support.

Open Course Fees

B1: £74.03 (London Resident )
B2: £52.75 (London Concessionary)
B3: N/A (Concessionary)
B4: £105.65 (Out of London Resident)
Prosp User 2

Open What will I learn?

The intention of this course is that you should be able to demonstrate a knowledge of:-
• Adhere to H & S
• Investigate Plant Latin
• Research soil improvement & growing media
• Discover how to deal with weeds
• Practice taking cuttings and make new plants
• Evidence & document online Spring tasks undertaken
Prosp User 3

Open How will I be assessed?

Progress of your work will be assessed throughout the course by your tutor and LSA (if appropriate) via observations. Your progress will be recorded on individual learning plans (ILPs) and tutorials with your tutor.
Prosp User 4

Open What experience or qualifications do I need to start this course?

No formal qualifications or experience are necessary, just a keen interest in gardening.
Prosp User 5

Open Important Information

Please note – the course will only go ahead subject to sufficient enrolments. You will be expected to attend every session, please let us know of any planned absences before you start the course.
Prosp User 14

Open Is there anything I need to bring? Are there any other costs?

Open Can I get extra help?

Yes. If you think you might need some additional support with your learning, please ask your tutor or the Centre staff for more information about how we can best support you. Please ask us about the Learner Support Fund.
Prosp User 6

Open After the course….

On the completion of this course, there are several routes with which you can take. The horizontal path onto Gardening for Beginners. We also offer Level 1 Awards in Occupational Studies (Horticulture). Please ensure you are on our mailing list to receive the most up to date information on courses. To join the mailing list or request further information about your progression options, please email Natalie on brookfield@hae-acl.ac.uk
Prosp User 7

Open What job opportunities could this lead to?

There are no specific job opportunities, however this will enhance your practical skills and could improve your employability skills such as working as part of a team and communication skills.
Prosp User 8

Open How will I be able to give my views on the course?

We welcome views from our learners in a number of ways. You can give your views through your ILP, course evaluation forms, on-line questionnaires and our Compliments, Comments and Complaints forms which can be found in Centre offices. You may also choose to become a course representative for your class, which your tutor will discuss with the class at the start of your course.
Prosp User 9

Open Safe learning

Due to the recent COVID-19 outbreak, we are working under new social distancing guidance and we will be introducing blended learning. This is a way of learning remotely without being in regular face-to-face contact with your tutor in a classroom setting. You will be using online and video platforms to help you achieve this. Your tutor will work closely with you to complete your course.
We want you to enjoy your learning experience and feel safe, equal and respected while you are learning with us. If you have any concerns about any of these things please report it to a member of staff as soon as possible.
Prosp User 10

Open How to apply/enquire

If you are interested in enrolling on any of our courses please contact one of our centres. You will be able to pay by cash, card or cheque (made payable to London Borough of Hillingdon).
You will be able to pay by cash, card or cheque (made payable to London Borough of Hillingdon).
Please note - the course will only go ahead subject to sufficient enrolments.
Prosp User 11
HOX1048
03/05/2022
31/05/2022
09:30 - 12:30
5 weeks
Rural Activities Garden Centre
Please note – the course will only go ahead subject to sufficient enrolments.
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