The Horticulture Technology CSC aims to train you in plant growing and care, nurture your scientific interest in horticulture, and prepare you for careers in groundskeeping, landscaping and plant production. Learn greenhouse operation and plant propagation as well as landscaping skills like grounds management and planting design. Get hands-on training for commercial and home growth applications through our on-campus greenhouse and Community Arboretum.
This program will provide you with training in growing techniques, propagation, landscape design and management, greenhouse operations, and running a horticulture business. Get hands-on training for commercial and home growth applications through our on-campus greenhouse and Community Arboretum.
Get state certified and ready for the workforce
Examples of relevant businesses include:
- Lawncare services
- Landscaping services
- Golf courses
- Botanical gardens
- Greenhouses
Related Programs
- Science: Agriculture Major (Associate of Science)
- Agriculture (Career Studies Certificate)
Learn in the Community Arboretum
The Community Arboretum is a two-acre educational garden with over 700 plant species beautifully incorporated into 12 unique collections. The Arboretum provides an educational setting for horticulture students and the community to understand botanical relationships, ecological processes, and sustainable horticultural practices in aesthetically pleasing surroundings.
For more information please visit the Arboretum web site.
Program Cost & Length
Est. Tuition*: $
Program Length: 1 Year
Credits: 27
*Estimated cost reflects in-state rate and is subject to change. Click here for the cost of attendance for financial aid.
Program Head
Clark BeCraft
cbecraft@virginiawestern.edu
540-857-6388
Natural Science Center N102
Have Questions? Contact Us
enroll@virginiawestern.edu
Chapman Hall
855-874-6690
School of Business,
Technology & Trades
DID YOU KNOW?
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