Horticulture
My College and Career Path Virginia Western Associate in Applied Science Horticulture Electives Introduction to Horticulture Plant ID Plant Propagation Virginia Tech Bachelors of Science in Horticulture Landscape Horticulture Plant ID Landscape Design Landscape Construction Plant Pathology and Plant Physiology Entemology Ag Finance Ag Construction
My College and Career Path Small Local Landscape and Garden Center Landscape Design and Install Design, Sales, Installation Garden Center Manager Sales, Plant Care, Inventory Greenbrier Nurseries Assistant Manager Woody Plants and Herbaceous Plants Landscape Design Virginia Western Horticulture Technician Horticulture Program Coordinator Arboretum Director
Horticulture Technology Career Studies Certificate The horticulture program is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in greenhouse, nursery, and garden center and landscaping businesses and to upgrade the skills of those currently employed in the industry. Employment opportunities include assistant growers, wholesale and retail salespersons, and production or landscaping technicians.
Current Students and Graduates Garden Center Manager Sales associate Part Time Nursery Specialist Self Employed Community Garden Director Freelance Writer
Career Studies Certificate First Semester HRT 115 - Plant Propagation 3 CR HRT 201 - Landscape Plants I 3 CR HRT 207 - Plant Pest Management 3 CR HRT 227 - Professional Landscape Management 3 CR
Career Studies Certificate Second Semester HRT 202 - Landscape Plants II 3 CR HRT 226 - Greenhouse Management 3 CR HRT 285 - Management of a Horticultural Business 3 CR HRT 296 - Training in Arboretum Internship 3 CR Total Minimum Credits for Degree: 24
the Community Arboretum Creates a unique educational opportunity. Stimulates interest in valley-wide beautification. Promotes environmental consciousness. Provides interest as a tourist attraction. Offers a beautiful setting for outdoor gatherings.
the Community Arboretum A two-acre educational garden located on the campus of Virginia Western Community College in Roanoke, Virginia. Eleven separate gardens and plant collections surround a centrally located amphitheater and are home to approximately 700 labeled plant taxa. The garden collections include a Children's Garden with a plant maze and plant zoo. Our newest addition, the City Garden includes sustainable features such as rainwater collection systems and drip irrigation. The Arboretum is also an official site for an All-America Selections Display Garden.
What are horticulture employers looking for in an employee? Landscape/Garden Center Initiative See a problem; fix the problem Work Ethic Dependable Follow Thru Willing to work hard Knowledge Math skills Plant ID Plant Care Certifications
What are horticulture employers looking for in an employee? Greenhouse and Nursery Production Initiative See a problem; fix the problem Work Ethic Dependable Follow Thru Willing to work hard Knowledge Efficiency Fertilizer Application Watering Certifications
What are horticulture employers looking for in an employee? Teaching and Public Gardens Organizational Skills BS and MS Microsoft Office Advising Skills Supervisory skills
The Future Associate Degree Building Trades with emphasis in Horticulture Job Shadowing Thinking Outside of the Box Name Changes Permaculture Sustainability Mini Farming Community Gardening
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