Making a career change into horticulture can be a gradual process – trying a practical course to see if you would enjoy an outdoor role, doing an online or correspondence course to learn more about plant science or sustainable planting.
We can advise you on the courses to study to make a career-change into horticulture at your own pace, whether you want to concentrate on practical skills to work as an independent professional or to aim for a career in public garden management.
If you want to move as fast as possible to a full Level 3 qualification, we have put together a B.E.S.T. package which takes you on your pathway.
Please note, in 2025-6 the final step of the pathway is being run direct by the RHS, but from September 2026 we expect the final element to be available through centres . The combined package offers you the cheapest way to study from scratch to a full level 3 Diploma; it is possible to choose different study methods if you purchase the elements individually, or you can contact us for a quote on an individual package.
Part-time study plans to make a career-change into horticulture at your own pace.
We have collected together some quick links to useful pages that you should find helpful.
B.E.S.T in Horticulture Education Limited, Registered in England No 14088275. (A not for profit organisation)
B.E.S.T. in Horticulture Ltd. Registered in England № 7739766.
