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Graduates work in private industry, the public sector, or for institutions such as schools and colleges. Others become self-employed or creatively combine their horticultural skills with current occupations to increase their income and job satisfaction. Besides going directly into careers, Environmental Horticulture students can prepare for advanced degree programs such as Urban Forestry, Landscape Architecture and Horticultural Therapy, among others. What kind of job can I get once I complete the program? Examples of career possibilities for Program graduates include: Greenhouse and Nursery Production, Arboriculture (Tree Care), Landscape Design and Installation, Residential and Estate Gardening, Pest Control Specialist, Irrigation Specialist, Nursery Specialist / Propagator, City Gardener, Retail Nursery Sales, Interiorscape Design and Maintenance, Golf Course Maintenance and Park Supervision. How much can I earn in this career? Salaries vary upon experience and training. Please refer to Occupational Outlook Handbook for current information on salary and job prospects How long will the program take? This is a two-year course of study. Go to Program Curriculum for specific course requirements. Where will classes be held? Classes are held at the Phelan Campus. Go to Schedules for Credit Classes for times and locations. Where do I get more information? Interested students should contact the department at (415) 239-3236. You can also obtain more information by reviewing the Program Curriculum, or visiting the department Web page: Environmental Horticulture Home Page. Please go to Schedules for Credit Classes for times and locations. What time of day are classes offered? Classes are offered both day and night. Refer to Schedules for Credit Classes for times and locations. When do classes start? Classes begin in the Fall (August) and Spring (January) semesters. Some courses may be offered in the Summer. Check the Schedules for Credit Classes for times and locations. How do I enroll? Obtain an application online or from the Office of Admissions and Records, Conlan Hall, Phelan Campus, (415) 239-3236. Contact the Environmental Horticulture Department at (415) 239-3236 for more details. What are the requirements for receiving a degree? Requirements for the degree are to complete the core courses including Introduction to Horticulture, Horticulture Machines, Business Practices, Soils, Pest Control, Fall/Winter Plant ID, Spring/Summer Plant Id and Speech 11. Courses specializing in Commercial Cut-Flower and Greenhouse Production include, Greenhouse Operations, Plant Propagation, Work Experience, Landscape Construction, Greenhouse Crops, Flowers and Foliage ID and Landscape Design. General Education courses are also required for graduation with the degree. Go to Program Curriculum for specific course requirements. How much money can I expect to spend? Please refer to Tuition Information for specifics on costs. Financial Aid is available for those who qualify. You may also call the Financial Aid Office at (415) 239-3576. How much money can I expect to spend? Please refer to Tuition Information for specifics on costs. Financial Aid is available for those who qualify. You may also call the Financial Aid Office at (415) 239-3576. |
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