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Introduction to Professional Landscaping Course

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Course Duration

4 day

Accreditation

In-house

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

  • Minimum of 18 years old
  • Moderate level of fitness 
  • Ideal for an apprentice landscaper

INTRODUCTION

Our 4-day Introduction to Professional Landscaping course is for aspiring landscapers and those with little to no experience in the landscape industry. If you are looking to learn, increase confidence, gain an understanding of industry standards and develop a career in this diverse and exciting industry, then this course will help you get started. All training on specifications and guidelines meets industry recommendations and BSI standards.

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WHAT’S COVERED

Here at the Landscape Academy, this 4-day course combines theory and practical training to ensure all of our students throughout Chester, Manchester, Liverpool and beyond gain a full and well-rounded education. This course will cover:

  • The basics of the landscape industry and the opportunities that this diverse sector has to offer
  • The health and safety requirements for any site, including how to identify potential hazards and ensure the safety of yourself and others
  • How to select the correct materials, tools and equipment for potential projects
  • How to undertake a site survey and all the considerations required when planning landscaping projects
  • How to work with measurements, scales, levels, gradients, site variations and how to overcome difficult obstacles you may find on a site
  • How and where to survey to enable smooth and successful project builds, including the importance of baselines and offsets
  • How to assess and survey sites, including techniques to cover all circumstances and environments
  • How to competently operate site survey equipment, including the use of traditional techniques, automatic levels (dumpy levels), rotating levels (laser levels) and altimeter levels (zip levels)
  • How to produce a competent site survey plan for pricing and project construction, as well as how to set a proposed landscape scheme in preparation for construction
  • Working with setting out points, datums, baselines and levels to achieve accurate planning and progression of the construction phase including dealing with site features and regular and irregular forms
  • How to calculate the areas, volumes and quantities for excavation
  • The sub-base requirements needed to meet industry standards including excavation, waste and sub-base construction methods, as well as hints and tips from our experienced team of tutors
  • How to prepare mortar mixes ready for the installation of paving
  • How to effectively install large areas of unbound (MOT) compacted sub-base
  • Hands-on training throughout the week to provide learners with real-world practical experience that can be utilised when on site
Need some help? Our FAQs
Can anyone take your courses? Our courses have been developed by our experienced team to meet a wide range of industry needs. Whether you’re just beginning your career or you have years of industry experience under your belt, we aim to ensure our courses are accessible for all. However, if you’d like more specific guidance on the best courses for your needs and goals. get in touch with our friendly team for advice.
How are your courses structured? While most of our courses cover both theoretical and practical elements, this can vary depending on the subject matter and the course in question. For instance, our hard landscaping courses typically feature lots of practical training as this is key to gaining an understanding of the installation and construction side of landscaping.
Do you present any awards? We believe all of our students are winners and we don’t give out awards. Learning is a very personal journey and our courses can be a big step for some people, so we’ll never make comparisons between learners. Whether you take one course or five courses, our most important goal is to ensure our training helps every learner to reach their goals.
What will I get from the course? We hope each course will provide you with the knowledge and skills to succeed in that particular area. Some of our courses are Lantra accredited, meaning you will receive a Lantra certificate upon completion.
Who teaches your courses? Our tutors are all experts in their fields with years of experience and skill to their name. No matter which course you choose, you can have peace of mind that you’ll be taught by a qualified expert with a passion for sharing their knowledge.
What equipment will I require? We supply most of the tools, equipment and basic PPE that you’ll need. All students are required to bring their own site safety boots, but we will send you all the relevant information and requirements when your booking is confirmed.
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