Program of Study
Classroom instruction and practical laboratory applications of horticultural principles and practices are included in the program of study. Course work includes plant science, plant identification and propagation, soils, fertilizers and pest management. Also included are courses in plant production, landscaping, and the management and operation of horticulture businesses.
Additional Information
Careers Available
Sales associate in garden centers and nurseries, worker or supervisor in landscape installation and management companies, worker or supervisor in greenhouses and nurseries, landscape designer, worker or supervisor in public parks and gardens.
Helpful Personal Attributes
An interest in plants, their care and use, good communication skills, a willingness to do manual labor, a willingness to learn to operate mechanical equipment.
Program Offerings
| Program | Credential Level | Offered | Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horticulture Technology | Associate in Applied Science | Day | A15240 |
| Horticulture Technology - Greenhouse and Nursery Operations | Certificate | Evening | C15240NG |
| Horticulture Technology - Landscape Architecture | Certificate | Day | C15240LA |
| Horticulture Technology - Landscape Maintenance | Certificate | Evening | C15240LM |
| Horticulture Technology - Market Gardening | Certificate | Day | C15240MG |
Program Contact
If you would like additional information about the Horticulture Technology Program, contact Eric Jones, Department Chair/Program Coordinator, at 336.734.7404 or ejones@forsythtech.edu.
