Horticultural Plant Health Care
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Green thumbs wanted! Prepare to enter the “green industry” with a certificate in Horticulture Plant Health. The program offers a broad view of plants and plant health issues. You will learn plant identification, turf management, care of ornamentals, and characteristics of various soils.
All students will test for the State of Wisconsin Pesticide Applicators License as part of the class.
Upon completion of this certificate program, students are ready to enter the workforce or move into Western's Landscape Technician diploma program and an associate’s degree in Landscape Horticulture.
*Please note that the delivery method for fall courses may change as the COVID-19 situation unfolds. Our goal is to ensure that teaching and learning happens in a safe environment. We will communicate updates as quickly as possible.
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Horticultural Plant Health Care
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Previous education and work experience could qualify for Credit for Prior Learning, saving you time and money. Find out more [1] about what may apply to this program.
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The following list is not the official course list for this program. It is intended to give students an idea of what coursework will be required.
Current students should use the MyWestern [2] self-service portal when registering for class.