Seed2Plate exists for people who have enthusiasm and a love of the outdoors, though lack traditional routes into education or work.
Our Level 1 Award in Horticulture is designed especially for:
Because no Dorset provider currently offers an entry-level horticulture qualification, our programme fills a vital gap and creates a clear pathway to Levels 2 & 3, apprenticeships and paid work.
Why Learners and Partners Choose Seed 2 Plate:
Quality assurance – the course is quality-checked and awarded by the National Open College Network (NOCN), recognised by colleges and employers nationwide.
Why Learners and Partners Choose Seed 2 Plate:
Quality assurance – the course is quality-checked and awarded by the National Open College Network (NOCN), recognised by colleges and employers nationwide.
Our Level 1 Award is delivered as a twelve week course, with two four-hour sessions a week including:
Sessions will be a mix of onsite practical sessions at our growing plots, with some online teaching. Our accredited training will enable learners to progress onto more advanced courses (Levels 2 and 3) and potentially work as a gardener or horticulturalist.
Our training provides an alternative to training held at set times and locations, which can exclude those with additional support needs.
As a member of the National Open College Network (NOCN), our training is nationally accredited, working to NOCN's common training and quality standards.
Our small class sizes, personalised and informal approach, helps our students to achieve their full potential.
Training is delivered from sites in Weymouth, Dorchester, Kingston Lacy, and Wimborne.
For organisations we can deliver at your own site as required.
We run courses on request and are not restricted to college academic years for our accredited training. Please contact us for more information on Lydia.Harvey@dorsetcommunityaction.org.uk
Our workshops and courses require no prior education or qualifications, just an interest in gardening.
Groups typically vary from six to ten people, with training held in an informal environment.
No, our courses are based on developing practical skills, with no examinations required to complete the course.
The answer is yes. We like to think though that practical skills are best learnt in a group setting where you can also learn from each other.
Our training programme was set up with support of the RHS Flourish Fund, and we have partnered with SEND schools such as EMA (Employ My Ability) to deliver this training for their students.
If you are interested in our training or Seed2Plate volunteering please contact:
Lydia Harvey, Enterprise Co-ordinator
Partners can support us by providing:
Contact us to discuss options for becoming a partner or stakeholder:
Paul Seaman, Programme Manager
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