SL Gardening for Wellbeing
Let's dive into the world of gardening for health and happiness! Learners will explore the wonders of gardening, learning how plants can help us feel good inside and out. Join us for a journey of growth, nature, and wellbeing through hands-on gardening activities!
Course Summary
Starting:
Wednesday 26 February 2025
Duration:
16 sessions over 16 week(s)
Time:
13:00 for 02:30 hours
Cost:
£150
Find us here
ACL Colchester
Barrack Street
Colchester
Essex
CO1 2LR
What qualification/level is this course
Pre-entry and Entry level through to Level 1.
Who is this course for?
This course is for young people and adults aged 19+ with learning disabilities and/or Autism.
What can I expect to Learn?
Participants will learn about the benefits of gardening for physical and mental health. Activities with include planting and caring for seeds and plants, exploring different types of plants and their needs,
engaging in sensory experiences through touching and smelling plants, practicing fine motor skills through activities like digging and watering.
How will I learn?
Your tutor will use a number of different teaching methods to develop your skills. These will include a wide range of authentic materials, individual study, working in pairs/group activities and will include the use of video/audio.
How will I know how well I am doing?
You will follow your own individual learning plan with progress recorded by tutors and yourself. Feedback will aslo be given to you during the lesson..
Will I need to do extra work at home?
You will be encouraged to use the skills you have learnt in the class at home.
What will I need to provide?
You should bring a file, paper, pen and plastic wallets to the session
Are there any other costs?
Guidance and advice will be given on an individual basis throughout the course. We can also provide information about suitable progression routes.
What can I do next?
You can progress on to other courses. Your tutor will advise as to which is the most suitable.
The National Careers Service provides information, advice and guidance to help you make decisions on learning, training and work. The service offers confidential and impartial advice and is supported by qualified careers advisers.
To make an appointment please call 0800 100 900 (calls are free from landlines and most mobile numbers) or visit their website https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk
Further Information
For all enquiries regarding this course please contact 0345 603 7635.
What Next?
Please note you must be 19yrs or over to enrol.
For details on how to enrol please click here 
Let's dive into the world of gardening for health and happiness! Learners will explore the wonders of gardening, learning how plants can help us feel good inside and out. Join us for a journey of growth, nature, and wellbeing through hands-on gardening activities!
Course Summary
Starting: |
Wednesday 26 February 2025 |
Duration: |
16 sessions over 16 week(s) |
Time: |
13:00 for 02:30 hours |
Cost: |
£150 |
Find us here
ACL Colchester
Barrack Street
Colchester
Essex
CO1 2LR
What qualification/level is this course
Pre-entry and Entry level through to Level 1.
Who is this course for?
This course is for young people and adults aged 19+ with learning disabilities and/or Autism.
What can I expect to Learn?
Participants will learn about the benefits of gardening for physical and mental health. Activities with include planting and caring for seeds and plants, exploring different types of plants and their needs,
engaging in sensory experiences through touching and smelling plants, practicing fine motor skills through activities like digging and watering.
How will I learn?
Your tutor will use a number of different teaching methods to develop your skills. These will include a wide range of authentic materials, individual study, working in pairs/group activities and will include the use of video/audio.
How will I know how well I am doing?
You will follow your own individual learning plan with progress recorded by tutors and yourself. Feedback will aslo be given to you during the lesson..
Will I need to do extra work at home?
You will be encouraged to use the skills you have learnt in the class at home.
What will I need to provide?
You should bring a file, paper, pen and plastic wallets to the session
Are there any other costs?
Guidance and advice will be given on an individual basis throughout the course. We can also provide information about suitable progression routes.
What can I do next?
You can progress on to other courses. Your tutor will advise as to which is the most suitable.
The National Careers Service provides information, advice and guidance to help you make decisions on learning, training and work. The service offers confidential and impartial advice and is supported by qualified careers advisers.
To make an appointment please call 0800 100 900 (calls are free from landlines and most mobile numbers) or visit their website https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk
Further Information
For all enquiries regarding this course please contact 0345 603 7635.
What Next?
Please note you must be 19yrs or over to enrol.