Courses leading to the RHS Level 2 theory Certificate run at our Centres at Ryton Gardens, near Coventry and Bampton near Faringdon, Oxon.
IMPORTANT NOTE: the RHS suite of qualifications changed in 2022/23.
For Level 2 there is a new new single theory Certificate in the Principles of Plant Growth and Development; with the Practical Certificate this makes up a combined RHS Level 2 Certificate in the Principles and Practices of Horticulture.
The Principles Certificate consists of two units, assessed by two examinations; each unit includes 4 topics and the examinations will sample knowledge in all four topics, plus ‘qualification-wide outcomes’ of sustainability, best practice, health and safety and equality and diversity which are common to both theory and practical qualifications. Awards are graded as Pass, Merit and Distinction. Examinations will be online, twice a year.
For Level 3 there is a single theory Certificate in Plant Growth, Garden Planning and Applied Propagation. With a new Practical Certificate and an Award in Horticultural Investigation (from 2026) this will make up a Level 3 Diploma. Assessment formats for the theory Certificate will follow the level 2 structure.
Come to one of our centres where we prepare you thoroughly for RHS examinations.
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.
