Expand+Students who do not wish to pursue a full-time horticultural programme with Teagasc can opt to complete a single module or a number of modules on a part-time basis.

A course for those employed in the sector and wish to deepen their knowledge of t...

Hide-Students who do not wish to pursue a full-time horticultural programme with Teagasc can opt to complete a single module or a number of modules on a part-time basis.

A course for those employed in the sector and wish to deepen their knowledge of the retailing of plants and associated products. The Nursery Stock Production course would be complimentary to this course.

Course Structure and Cost
The course will be offered over a 16 week period commencing in early November in the National Botanic Gardens and January in Kildalton College. Students will attend their chosen college on one or two days per week. These days will include on-site visits to garden centres to support class room learning. A number of assignments are developed around these industry visits. A work based project will also form part of the overall assessment. Please contact the college of your choice to access information on the precise mode of delivery and the current fees.

The Teagasc College of Amenity Horticulture at the National Botanic Gardens, Glasnevin and Kildalton College, Piltown, Co. Kilkenny are offering a QQI Level 6 component award in Garden Centre Operations. The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to supervise operations in garden centres and other horticulture retail outlets. This course will lead to the component award at NFQ Level 6 in Garden Centre Operations (6N3609)

Who should Apply?
This course is designed for current employees interested in deepening their scientific and applied knowledge of the retailing of plants and associated products. It is suited to those already working in the plant retailing industry who would like to improve their knowledge and career opportunities within the sector.

Expand+Module Content
On completion of this module the students will be able to:
• Evaluate the retail market for garden plants and products
• Analyse garden centre layout and customer flow patterns
• Examine product display, promotion and public ...

Hide-Module Content
On completion of this module the students will be able to:
• Evaluate the retail market for garden plants and products
• Analyse garden centre layout and customer flow patterns
• Examine product display, promotion and public relations within the garden centre industry
• Explain the role of staff within garden centres
• Apply routine skills necessary to display merchandise and maintain stock
• Apply knowledge of a wide range of garden products and services with a view to providing professional customer service
• Support the line manager