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Qualification - ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN HORTICULTURE (PARKS AND RECREATION) VHT009

  • Duration (approx) 2500 hours
  • Qualification Advanced Diploma

Course Description

Learn Parks and Recreation Management 

This comprehensive offering of modules have been developed to provide training or people seeking to work in the management and development of recreation and/or park facilities and services.

It is relevant to many types of services and facilities including:

  •  Municipal, National, Historic, Private Parklands
  • Leisure Centres, Sports grounds, Resorts, Tourist Attractions
  • Planning, Development, Maintenance, Management, and more!

The range of subjects offered in this comprehensive qualification have been selected by industry experts to provide the exposure needed to produce top-level graduates. 

 


Modules

Core ModulesThese modules provide foundation knowledge for the Qualification - ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN HORTICULTURE (PARKS AND RECREATION) VHT009
 ARBORICULTURE I BHT106
 BIOCHEMISTRY I (PLANTS) BSC102
 HORTICULTURE I BHT101
 INDUSTRY PROJECT BIP000
 INSTRUCTIONAL SKILLS BGN101
 IRRIGATION - GARDENS BHT210
 LEISURE FACILITY MANAGEMENT I BRE205
 LEISURE MANAGEMENT II - HUMAN RESOURCES BRE104
 LEISURE MANAGEMENT III - FINANCIAL & CLERICAL BRE204
 PLAYGROUND DESIGN - BHT216
 PROJECT MANAGEMENT BBS201
 RESEARCH PROJECT I BGN102
 RESEARCH PROJECT II BGN201
 TURF CARE BHT104
 WORKPLACE HEALTH & SAFETY VBS103
 WORKSHOP I BGN103
 WORKSHOP II BGN203
Elective ModulesIn addition to the core modules, students study any 8 of the following 13 modules.
 AMENITY HORTICULTURE I BHT324
 AMENITY HORTICULTURE II BHT325
 AUSTRALIAN NATIVES I BHT113
 HORTICULTURE II (PLANT KNOWLEDGE) BHT102
 IRRIGATION MANAGEMENT (HORTICULTURE) BHT305
 LANDSCAPING I BHT109
 LANDSCAPING II BHT214 (Landscape Components)
 LEISURE MANAGEMENT IV - POLICIES & PROCEDURES BRE305
 MACHINERY AND EQUIPMENT (ENGINEERING I) BSC105
 PLANT PROTECTION BHT207
 RECREATION LEADERSHIP VRE100
 SOIL MANAGEMENT - HORTICULTURE BHT105
 SPORTS TURF MANAGEMENT BHT202

Career Tips

Relevant education and qualifications remain core to securing employment with the Parks and Recreation industry. However, there are also a range of complimentary undertakings which you can become involved within to bolster your skills and demonstrate true commitment to your career. These include:

 

  • Experience - unpaid or paid, experience is highly valued by future employers.
  • Networking - become a member of relevant parks networking groups and join website groups related to your field.
  • Memberships - become a member of relevant groups or associations in your field e.g., National Parks Association, Horticultural Societies, etc.


This course is going to give you exceptional insights into an industry that is dynamic and exciting to work in. You will discover opportunities you probably didn't even consider. Work opportunities extend far beyond just working in a parks department or leisure centre. The parks and leisure industry is a huge employer in most countries around the world, both in the public and private sector. 

Some graduates may well find jobs in government operated leisure centres, sporting facilities or parks departments, that lead along a career path to becoming part of senior management. Others may find employment in tourist parks, conservation reserves, or commercial operations such as tourist attractions, events management, fitness centres, zoos or amusement parks. Yet others will discover a whole world of business opportunities, to start and operate their own business providing facilities or services in parks and/or leisure.

 

Why Study with ACS?

Design your own learning pathway.

Study at your own pace, from anywhere, at any time. 

Receive prompt, expert support from our team of committed and friendly tutors.

Your learning is our priority. We are flexible and adaptable to meet your educational needs!

 

 

Enrolling is easy - just go to the top of this page and select your study method and payment option.

If you have any questions about studying with ACS, or want to know more about any of our courses, get in touch with our specialist tutors today.

They will be happy to answer your questions and look at different study options to fit in with your goals.

 

 
Courses can be started anytime from anywhere in the world!

Meet some of our academics

John Mason (Horticulturist)Horticulturist, Nurseryman, Landscaper, Garden Writer, Parks Manager and Consultant. Over 45 years experience; working in Australia and the UK. He is one of the most widely published garden writers in the world; author of more than 100 books and editor for 4 different gardening magazines. John has been recognised by his peers being made a fellow of the Institute of Horticulture in the UK, as well as by the Australian Institute of Horticulture.
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

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.
Getting Work in a Modern WorldGetting Work in a Modern World is a must read; for students, parents, the unemployed, careers advisors or anyone interested in changing or forging a sustainable career. This is realistic guide to getting a job or starting out in business and understanding different industries. Topics covered in this book include 1/Career Myths, 2/ Finding Your Path, 3/ Understanding Employers, 4/ Preparing for a Job, 5/ Jobs to Consider: Looking to the Future, 6/ Information Technology, 7/ Business, Management and Sales, 8/ Health and Wellbeing, 9/ Horticulture, 10/ Wildlife and Environmental, 11/ Animal Care, 12/ Agriculture, 13/ Hospitality and Tourism, 14/ Media and 15/ Education.
Getting Work in HorticultureExplore what it is like to work in horticulture; how diverse this industry is, how to get a start, and how to build a sustainable, long term and diverse career that keeps your options broad, so you can move from sector to sector as demand and fashion changes across your working life.

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