Teagasc College launches six horticulture starter courses

The Teagasc College of Amenity Horticulture at the National Botanic Gardens, Dublin, has launched a series of new part-time/work-based courses for the horticulture sector.

Four QQI Level 6 component awards will be offered in Sportsturf Science and Maintenance, Market Gardening, Nursery Stock Production and Landscape Design and Construction.

Principal of the Teagasc College of Amenity Horticulture, John Mulhern said: “These courses are intended for prospective students who are currently employed in the horticulture industry and who wish to further their career development in their chosen sector.