After 1 April 2024 no new enrolments can be accepted for the 'legacy' RHS Diploma qualification ; the last two examination rounds are in June 2024 and February 2025. THere will be no further examination opportunities for this qualification as it has been replaced by the new Level 3 Diploma.

If you are in the process of studying this Certificate, but need to purchase any of the remaining units which are outstanding for your studies, these are still available.  Please contact Administration@bestinhorticulture.co.uk.  Individual online units will cost £100.00.

The new qualification framework from 2023 will  consist of one theory and one practical Certificate, which will form an Advanced Certificate; this can become a Level 3 Diploma with the addition of an Award in Horticultural Investigation.

A level 3 qualification from the RHS can help you to move upwards in your horticultural career. The National Trust and many other employers require level 3 qualifications for supervisory roles, and the RHS qualification builds on Level 2 skills to focus on a deeper understanding of horticulture, and on more professional techniques. Keen gardeners can challenge themselves, and develop their skills to a professional level.