QQI Level 5 course in Organic Horticulture 2025

Breaking Important Update: There has now been a change to the format of the course.

The QQI level 5 course in Organic Horticulture will now be delivered on a part time basis, two days weekly, over two years.

The course is in partnership with the Mayo, Sligo, Leitrim Education and Training Board.(MSLETB). The course is a fully funded and accredited further education course and is taught on-site. The course starts in early Spring and we would encourage you to apply as early as you can. Applications open now. Deadline Monday 10th February. Please click here to apply.

The course has been a huge success and we are usually over-subscribed, students have come from all over the world to learn about Organic Horticulture and the course gives you everything you need if you are thinking about a future as an organic grower/farmer. Current modules include:Work Practice
Plant Identification and Use
Plant Science
Plant Protection
Organic Production
Biodiversity
Team Working
Fruit and Vegetable Production
Soil science and Growing media

This course is open to anyone and you can find out more by talking to the team here at the Centre or by contacting Mayo Sligo Leitrim Education and Training Board (MSLETB).

For more info email lti@theorganiccentre.ie or ring and chat to Steve, Phil or Ingrid on 071 9854338

Applications open now. Deadline Friday 10th February. 
Please click here to apply.