This qualification for NVQ-J Level 2 in Ornamental Horticulture is intended for individuals who wish to pursue the NVQ-J in Ornamental Horticulture in the Agriculture Industry. Persons completing this qualification may be employed as a Nursery Supervisor, Plant Rental Attendant, Propagation Specialist. The knowledge and skills components of this qualification for Ornamental Horticulture revolves around raising plants for use in beautification projects within landscape. Included in
the NVQ-J are courses relating to selection of seed and other planting materials; pruning of trees, shrubs and hedges; installation and maintenance of horticultural structures and irrigation and drainage systems; maintenance of gardens, turfed and landscaped areas; preparation of ornamental plants for market; handling of agricultural chemicals and equipment to treat pests, and conditioning of plants. Like other practical areas, the qualification plan includes OSH procedures, and basic literacy (communication and computation) skills.

• Listing ID: 6250
• Institution Category: Specialised Institutions
• Field of Study: Agriculture
• Institution Type: Public
• Awarding Body: NCTVET
• Qualification Level: Level 2 - Certificate II
• Education Sector: Technical and Vocational
• Qualification Code: AGH20923
• ISCED Code: 08 Agriculture, Forestry, Fisheries and Veterinary - 081 Agriculture - 0812 Horticulture
• Qualification Developer: NCTVET
• Quality Assurance Body: NCTVET
• Number of Credits: 127