Horticulture Certificate

Program Description

This program is designed for students wanting to complete a Certificate in Horticulture and enter the workforce. Students explore the biology of horticultural plants, soil conditions, and fertilizer principles. This certificate program allows students with unique career goals in the horticulture industry to design their own degree with faculty guidance.

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My Academic Plan

Courses are displayed in a part-time sequence providing flexibility for the working professional. Follow the pathway below to complete your Certificate. This pathway may be accelerated by applying transfer credit, credit for prior learning, and/or completing one or more additional courses each semester. For more information, please see your Academic Advisor.

Fall Semester 1

HLT 1101	Introduction to Horticulture	4
MAT 1140 or Higher	Career Mathematics (MAT 1140) or Higher	3
Any HLT or FLD Course	Any Horticulture (HLT) or Floral Design (FLD) Course	3
Total Credit Hours:		10

Spring Semester 2

HLT 2140	Introductory Soil Science	4
Any HLT or FLD Course	Any Horticulture (HLT) or Floral Design (FLD) Course	4
Total Credit Hours:		8

Total Credit Hours: 18

Prior Learning eligible course

•  Learn more about Credit for Prior Learning

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Important Program Notes:

Elective courses may be applicable to several certificates. Completion of this certificate is required to earn the AAS degree in Horticulture.