Gardening Literacy- Introduction to Horticulture (QQI Level 2)
Gardening for Beginners (QQI Level 2)
Learn the basics of gardening while building your reading, writing and everyday communication skills in a friendly and supportive environment. This practical course will help you identify common plants, flowers and trees, use gardening tools safely, and grow your own flowers or vegetables.
As part of the course, you will develop literacy skills by reading seed packets and gardening instructions, learning new gardening words, keeping a simple gardening diary, and completing easy worksheets. You’ll also build confidence using numbers through activities such as measuring, planning and calculating the cost of plants and materials.
No previous gardening experience is needed—just an interest in learning new skills and enjoying the outdoors.
Target Award
QQI General Learning – P2GL0
Start Date: 02-09-2026 Hours/week: 02 Hrs 30 Mins Duration: 34 weeks
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 |
Identify a range of common plants, flowers, trees and shrubs.
Use basic gardening tools safely and correctly.
Plant and care for flowers or vegetables in a garden bed or container.
Understand the basic conditions plants need to grow and thrive.
Recognise the stages of a plant’s life cycle.
Develop gardening vocabulary by reading and understanding simple gardening information, labels and instructions.
Improve reading and writing skills by keeping a simple gardening journal and completing practical learning activities.
Use everyday maths skills to measure, count, plan and estimate quantities for gardening tasks.
Work safely and confidently in a garden environment.
Build confidence, communication skills and independence through practical, hands-on learning.