Message Board - Education & Training: National Turfgrass Standards
23 May 2009 by Ace
Hi guys im currently trying to seek out some information about the above, basically i need to find out what it stands for and whether there is such a organisation within the UK or if not worldwide?. And if so where to gather information about it?.
23 May 2009 by aturnbull
Hi Villager
Go to www.the-gtc.co.uk, click on Guide To Qualifications on the left and then National Occupational Standards for N/SVQ.
You may not like/disagree with NVQs but all turf qualifications in the UK have to meet the Occupational Standards, whether NVQ, City & Guilds, National Certificate, HND, or Foundation Degree. These have been developed by LANTRA, the lead body for Horticulture in the UK through which sports turf and greenkeeping qualifications are developed in partnership with industry representation, eg the GTC, IOG and other training providers.
Best regards
Andy Turnbull
24 May 2009 by Ace Last edited 24 May 2009
Many thanks Andy
Im currently doing NVQ level 3 and am struggling to find information about national turfgrass standards.
Are you saying that NTS is about qualifications? and being met to a standard of recognition by by City and Guilds.
24 May 2009 by Groundsmaiden
Hi Villager, do you mean the standard of the turf itself? If so, try the Turfgrass Growers' Association website where you'll find info on the TGA Quality Standards for cultivated turf.
http://www.turfgrass.co.uk/standards.php
26 May 2009 by Ace
Hi Ellie
Yep basically a question was find out about the above!, and never heard of it. But will go with the TGA and see what it says.
Many thanks
Villager
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