Food Growing Courses
For Urban Learners
Food Growing Courses That Bring Your Dreams To Life
In Just 12 Short Weeks
Urban Living? No problem! Learn to grow nutritious, chemical-free food for your family, at low cost that you can actually taste! You can grow so much in the tiniest of spaces - from flavourful mushrooms, to delicious salad greens, to your favourite herbs.
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Let's face the truth...
Food Prices
UP !
DOWN!
Iron: ↓ 50%
Copper: ↓ 49%
Magnesium: ↓ 10%
Nutritional Value
Taste
GONE!
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(1) Mushroom Growing (2) Hydroponics Growing (3) Sustainable Gardening
Our Food Growing Courses: What's in it for you?
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Enjoy Healthy, Pesticide-Free Meals: Create healthier, tastier dishes at home using your own naturally grown produce.
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Grow Fresh Vegetables and Flowers on a Budget: Cultivate your own nutrient-rich food and beautiful flowers while keeping costs low.
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Save Big by Growing Your Own Herbs: Slash supermarket bills by harvesting homegrown herbs for cooking, teas, and wellness.
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Create DIY Natural Products: Learn how to make eco-friendly soaps, balms, and tinctures from plants you grow yourself.
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Do Something Together: Improve well-being with fresh, homegrown produce while involving the whole family in healthy habits.
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Join a Purpose-Driven Community: Connect with a supportive network of people passionate about making a positive impact—no matter the size.
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Discover New Career Pathways: Explore exciting opportunities in the thriving green industry - no matter your age! Food growing skills are always in demand.
"During the summer I completed an internship in Hydroponic Cultivation.
This has fortunately led to me now being a paid employee for the organisation.
All of the team are warm and friendly and I have felt very supported."
Vicky, the most recent member of our team!
The Green Skills Training
You've Been Waiting For...!
I Can Learn This Myself...
Avoid Analysis Paralysis!
Sure there is stuff online, but we structure it for you so you don't need to waste time. You also get to learn from our mistakes!
Expensive As Heck...
Not us!
Many online growing courses cost a lot more than our courses. If you calculate the weekly cost we think you will agree with the value.
No practice exercises...
We got you!
We have courses that include easy-to-follow exercises with real equipment - we send you a great kit created by us.
We even offer options with
on-site experience included.
It takes too much time...
We got you again!
We have split our courses into 12 manageable modules designed to be completed in 1-2 hours each week.
No overwhelm - just progression.
Our approach is unique.
Join a thriving community of passionate growers like you.
Stop relying on a broken system that doesn’t have your best interests at heart.
Start small, dream big.
Grow a sustainable future you’ll be proud to call your own.
Made For You!
Limited Time
More Time
Certified
Kickstarter
Remote Learning
£45
100% Online.
Welcome email.
12 Self-paced, self-study theory modules at home.
Ask questions via the learning platform.
Complete in your own time, at your own pace!
Build a strong foundation and take the first step toward your new outlook today.
Home-Grower
Includes Home Kit
£145
Online + Home-based Practicals.
Welcome Webinar.
12 Self-paced, self-study theory modules at home.
2 Live Online Mentor Q&A sessions.
Practical assignments to try at home,
kit provided.
This practical course combines home-based practice, without the need for on-site time.
Urban-Grower
Includes Accreditation
£205
Online + Home-based Practicals +
2 Half-Days On-site (East London)
Welcome webinar.
12 Self-paced, self-study theory modules at home.
2 Live Online Mentor Q&A sessions.
Practical assignments to try at home,
kit provided.
2 (3hr) Half Days On-site in East London:
(assessed for certification)
Perfect for those seeking a well-rounded introduction, with real-world application and resume-ready skills.
Choose Your Dream Skill
Mushroom
Growing
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Mushroom basics
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Mixing, incubation fruiting
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Harvesting and maintenance
Hydroponics Growing
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Vertical tower growing
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Propagation and plant maintenance
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Water-efficient growing without soil
Sustainable
Gardening
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Soil basics and composting
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Propagation and plant maintenance
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Companion planting
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No dig theory
Location For On-Site Learners:
R-Urban
Brion Place,
Poplar,
London E14 OSP
Location For On-Site Learners:
Gainsborough Primary School, Berkshire Rd,
Hackney Wick,
London E9 5ND
Location For On-Site Learners:
Gainsborough Primary School, Berkshire Rd,
Hackney Wick,
London E9 5ND
Learn from experts
Grow food all year round
Make delicious meals
Help others grow
Discover new careers
Eliminate confusion
Recycle food waste
Make new friends
Gain qualifications
Our Students Say
"The training has provided me with the fundamental knowledge for hydroponic growing through informative practical training and completing the online modules that are included in the AQA accreditation scheme.
I would highly recommend participating to anyone who is looking to find out more about sustainable ways of urban growing! "
Vicky, You're Hired!
~Vicky is now a trusted member of the SOURCE Foods team.
Book Your Course
100% Online.
Online
+
Home-based Practicals.
Online + Home-based Practicals
+
2 Half-Days On-site in East London
(Assessed for certification)
Kickstarter
£45
Home-Grower
£145
Urban-Grower
£205
The most enjoyable part of growing, is seeing the whole life cycle of the plants. From sowing the seeds, to watching them grow and finally harvesting them, I find the whole process very rewarding.
The most rewarding part has been working as part of a small team. While I practice on a smaller scale alone, I have loved working alongside other knowledgeable enthusiasts who have taught and helped me so much.
Everyone has been super. They are all very supportive and knowledgeable. Any technical challenges I’ve had with theoretical questions have always been solved and answered.
Green Skills Trainee
- Accredited -
Can commit a minimum of 3-6 hours per week for 12 weeks?
Want AQA Level-1 Certification?
£95
If you’d like to achieve AQA Level 1 food-growing accreditation in your chosen area, here’s what’s required:
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Complete 12 short self-paced study modules, and submit worksheets, to deepen your knowledge. This happens at home and runs in parallel to work-experience.
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Work Experience as needed onsite (not necessarily related to course content): commit to 3-6 hours per week for 12 weeks. You will participate in hands-on tasks as needed to run our on-site operations. This is genuine work-experience, and may not relate directly to study modules.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking individuals who:
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Are passionate about closing the loop on food waste and sustainability.
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Are ready to help make this project a success so it can be replicated widely.
What’s in It for You?
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Theory modules included.
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A unique chance to explore career pathways in a growing green industry.
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Gain resume-worthy skills in a competitive field.
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Be part of an innovative circular economy project that pioneers zero-waste, low-carbon food production.