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Courses at DCG

LEVEL 1 DIPLOMA IN FLORAL PRACTICAL SKILLS

L1FT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: Broomfield Hall
Subject Area: Floristry
Start Date: 07/09/2026

Consider this course if you would like an introduction to floristry and to gain practical experience, knowledge and skills covering what the floristry industry is all about. The skills...

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Level 1 Diploma in Land Based Studies in Agriculture and Horticulture – September start

L1FT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: Broomfield Hall
Subject Area: Agriculture
Start Date: 07/09/2026

The Diploma in Land-based Studies in Agriculture and Horticulture is an introductory Level 1 qualification which is focused on themes such as animal husbandry and estates maintenance.

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Level 2 Diploma in Horse Care

L2FT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: Broomfield Hall
Subject Area: Equine
Start Date: 07/09/2026

This course provides knowledge, skills and work experience to help you gain employment within the equine industry or to progress to the next level in your career.

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Level 2 Diploma in Practical Arboriculture Skills

L2FT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: Broomfield Hall
Subject Area: Arboriculture
Start Date: 07/09/2026

This one-year course gives you a solid foundation in the science and practice of arboriculture. You will benefit from undertaking practical hands-on work at the Broomfield Hall estate and...

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Level 3 Technical Extended Diploma in Equine Management

L3FT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: Broomfield Hall
Subject Area: Equine
Start Date: 07/09/2026

This course provides in-depth knowledge, skills and work experience to help you gain employment within the equine industry or to progress to the next level in your career. You...

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Advanced Technical Diploma in Animal Management – Level 3

L3FT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: Broomfield Hall
Subject Area: Animal Care
Start Date: 07/09/2026

This course provides in-depth knowledge, skills and work experience to help you gain employment within the animal management industry or to progress to higher education or apprenticeship programmes.

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Intermediate Level 2 Technical Certificate in Animal Care

L2FT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: Broomfield Hall
Subject Area: Animal Care
Start Date: 07/09/2026

This is an ideal course for anyone who would like to work in the animal care industry. You will build on your theory and practical skills through lessons in...

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Land-based Studies in Animal Care – Level 1 Diploma

L1FT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: Broomfield Hall
Subject Area: Animal Care
Start Date: 07/09/2026

This course enables you to learn about animals in the wild and society, while developing your literacy, IT and numeracy. You will work practically with a wide variety...

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Entry 3 Introductory Certificate in Animal Care

L0FT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: Broomfield Hall
Subject Area: Animal Care
Start Date: 07/09/2026

If you have a strong interest in caring for animals, this course will stand you in good stead for a rewarding career.  You will build up your practical skills...

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Preparing for Employment Vocational Pathway

L0FT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: Ilkeston
Subject Area: Inclusion Curriculum (for students with learning difficulties and/or disabilities)
Start Date: 07/09/2026

This course is aimed at learners who have an inclusion need. It focuses on developing work skills and meeting the needs and ambitions of each individual learner....

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Pathway to Aspire

L0FT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: Broomfield Hall
Subject Area: Inclusion Curriculum (for students with learning difficulties and/or disabilities)
Start Date: 07/09/2026

This initial 12 week programme is designed to support young people who have the academic ability to succeed but need support with their anxieties to flourish in society

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Pathways to Hospitality and Catering

L0FT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: Broomfield Hall
Subject Area: Inclusion Curriculum (for students with learning difficulties and/or disabilities)
Start Date: 07/09/2026

This course is aimed at learners who have an inclusion need. It focuses on preparation for adulthood and developing skills in hospitality and catering.

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