Non-Certified Part-time Courses

Organic Gardening – 2 hours per week for 8 weeks

Learn the basics of Organic Vegetable Growing and develop a sustainable approach to gardening.                             

Gain practical skills in Seed Sowing, Transplanting and Organic Pest &
Disease Control

Become self-sufficient in terms of making your own compost and other
fertilisers, saving seed, propagating plant material

Develop an appreciation of Biodiversity and the importance of attracting pollinators and beneficial insects to the garden

 

Biodiversity – 2 hours per week for 6 weeks

Understand the principles of Biodiversity and why biodiversity is important in our lives

Recognise the threats to biodiversity in Ireland

Learn ways to encourage biodiversity in the garden

Get involved in a project to support biodiversity in your own garden or at a local Community level  (Could be part of Tidy Towns initiative)

 

Introduction to Beekeeping –  2 hours per week for 6 weeks

This course will provide learners with an introduction to Beekeeping and its role in plant health and diversity

Learn the basics of Beehive maintenance.

To apply contact [email protected] or phone 06383604