National Certificate in Amenity Turf Maintenance (Level 3)

This is an introductory qualification that recognises the skills and knowledge required for people working or intending to work in the amenity turf industry. The aim of the certificate is to provide recognition of knowledge in the maintenance of amenity turf areas and practical application of maintenance tools and equipment to complete the tasks involved.

The compulsory set recognises attainment of skills in
. use of amenity turf maintenance tools and small equipment
. mowing specific to amenity turf
. knowledge of weeds, pests, diseases, and disorders specific to amenity turf
. interpersonal communication skills.

The electives recognise attainment of skills and knowledge which supplement the compulsory skill set and enable people to enhance their ability to undertake the diverse range of work covered by the amenity turf maintenance industry.

Depending on the standards chosen from the elective section, this qualification may provide credits towards the National Certificate in Horticulture (Level 4) (Amenity Horticulture strand) [Ref: 1014] or the National Certificate in Sports Turf Management (Level 4) [Ref: 0203].

This qualification is designed for people involved in the care and/or maintenance of amenity turf areas which are not intended for sports use. People involved in the care and/or maintenance of sports turf areas are recommended to undertake sports turf qualifications, including the National Certificate in Sports Turf (Introduction to Turf Care) (Level 3) [Ref: 0700] and/or the National Certificate in Sports Turf Management (Level 4) [Ref: 0203].

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