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Gardening Literacy- Introduction to Horticulture (QQI Level 2)

Nurture Nature, Nurture You

Discover the benefits of nature while building skills, confidence and wellbeing. This engaging QQI Level 2 course combines gardening, outdoor activities and healthy lifestyle learning to help you connect with the natural world and support your own wellbeing.

Through practical, hands-on activities, learners will explore growing plants, caring for the environment, making positive health choices and developing everyday life skills. In a friendly and supportive setting, you will work towards QQI Level 2 certification while learning new skills, meeting new people and enjoying the benefits of spending time outdoors.

Grow your skills, grow your confidence, grow your wellbeing. 🌱🌼☀️

Target Award

QQI General Learning – P2GL0

Start Date: 02-09-2026 Hours/week: 02 Hrs 30 Mins Duration: 34 weeks

Timetable

Day Mornings Afternoons Evenings
Wednesday
Education Requirements
No formal education or qualifications are required although applicants may have participated in primary and secondary education. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate a standard of knowledge, skill and competence equivalent to NFQ Level 1 when accessing a Level 2 programme.

Age Requirements
Please see course details for minimum age requirements.


Learning Aptitude
Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.


Previous Experience
Applicants must be able to demonstrate an elementary range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course and be able to work under direction.

Module Award Body
Life Science: Horticulture Life Science: Horticulture (M2S28) QQI
Health Related Exercise Health Related Exercise (M2H17) QQI
By the end of the course, learners will:

Learn how nature can help us feel healthier and happier.
Grow plants and develop gardening skills.
Explore simple ways to look after their health and wellbeing.
Build confidence and meet new people.
Work together and share ideas.
Learn practical skills for everyday life.
Take positive steps towards personal wellbeing.
Achieve QQI Level 2 certification.

Our courses are available free of charge to adults who left school before completing the Leaving Certificate. Whether you would like to improve your reading, writing, maths, digital skills, confidence, or gain a qualification, we offer a welcoming and supportive learning environment. Courses are designed to help learners develop practical everyday skills, achieve personal goals, and take the next step in learning, work, or community life.

Provider

Dungarvan Further Education and Training Centre


Location

Adult Education Centre, Wolfe Tone Road, Dungarvan, Co Waterford


Facilities

  • Free Parking
  • Wheel Chair Access
  • Tea/Coffee Making

Contact Details

Course Contact:
Aoife Walsh

Email:
aoifeawalsh@wwetb.ie

Phone:
05842774