Plant Protection

NUID UCD

HCT learning, Kilkenny

Plant Protection

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Learners upon completion can competently review the affects, reproduction, spread and control of weeds and apply pesticides with a knapsack sprayer in accordance with recommended safe practice. Participants will have developed these skills ensuring that safe working practices are met when in use of equipment, chemical and other materials meeting all health and safety requirements Duration 5 Days Credit Value 15 Credits Progression Major Award in Horticulture 5M2586 Specific Entry/Access and Exemptions Requirements A learner seeking entry to a programme leading to awards at level 5 does not need a previous formal qualification. HCT would highly recommend that learners have achieved some certification at Level 4 or have relevant work/life experience. Certification QQI Level 5 in Plant Protection Assessment 40% Skills Demonstration, 40% Exam, 20% Assignment Programme Content Implement procedures to create and maintain a safe working environment including safety instructions regarding lifting, carrying and handling plants, tools and equipment. Describe Pest and Disease control measures appropriate to specific situations including cultural, chemical, bio-logical and integrated control methods and legislative control practices including notifiable pests and diseases. Describes the range, formulations and uses of pesticides in horticulture. Have a keen understanding of the characteristics of disease causing agents of non-pathogenic plant disorders Download Programme Outline Related QQI Programmes Establishing Trees and Shrubs QQI Level 4, 4N0666 Plant Identification QQI Level 3, 3N0568 Related Non QQI Programmes Risk Assessment Assessors Training Health and Safety Get In Touch If you have any questions about this course, please feel free to ask using the form below. Please provide your phone number, if you wish to be contacted by phone. Your Name: Email Address: Phone Number: Your County: Message:

40% Skills Demonstration, 40% Exam, 20% Assignment

In-person

Upon completion, participants will receive a QQI Level 5 component award in Felling and Processing Small Trees

5 days

This award educates learners in protecting horticultural plants & crops from the affects of weeds, pests, diseases and disorders and to also select the appropriate control measures