Horticulture

Like to work with plants and flowers? Enjoy seeing things grow? Working with your hands? Horticulture may be just for you. This two-year program is for students who are creative, like working with their hands, enjoy working with people and have a strong interest in ornamental horticulture and floriculture.

Skills Learned

• Retail Floristry & Floral Design 
• Small Fruit & Vegetable Production 
• Landscape Maintenance 
• Plant & Horticultural Science 
• Customer Service
• Greenhouse Operation & Production 
• Safety Standards

College Credits

Advanced specialized training available athe the Agricultural Technical Institute (ATI) in Wooster and Ohio State University.

Program Highlights

• Work side-by-side with an expert floral designer in a professional flower shop and greenhouse environment 
• Utilize an extensive knowledge of plants and creative design elements in a full service green house environment  
• Operate and maintain professional greenhouse

Career Focus

Prepared for immediate employment in landscaping and further education.

Opportunities:

• Greenhouses
• Garden Centers  
• Nursery & Landscape Businesses  
• Florist Shops 
• Tree Service Worker 
• Golf Course, City Park & Industrial Grounds Maintenance Worker