Landscape and Horticultural Professional 1

College Credit Certificate (Program Code: 6220)

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Program Overview

Turn your passion for the environment into a green career with Palm Beach State College's Landscape and Horticulture Professional 1 College Credit Certificate (CCC). This program combines hands-on training with classroom instruction, emphasizing plant science, landscape design and eco-friendly practices.

Building on the knowledge from PBSC's Landscape and Horticulture Specialist certificate, students learn to identify Florida-friendly plants, operate landscape and irrigation equipment safely and practice sustainability. You'll explore business elements of the horticulture industry, preparing you to work with prevalent agencies. 

This program is a pathway to advanced certification and further education — credits seamlessly apply to PBSC's Associate in Science in Landscape and Horticulture Management. Become a key proponent in uplifting Florida's ecosystems as a skilled horticulturist. 

Program Details

  • Admission requirements:
    • High school diploma or GED 
    • Completed Landscape and Horticulture Specialist CCC    
  • Location: Online and on-site at Palm Beach Gardens campus      
  • Credits: 18       
  • Program length: Three semesters     
  • Start Terms: Fall, Spring and Summer 
  • Cost: $101 per credit hour for Florida residents, plus fees. View tuition details.     
  • Financial aid and scholarships: Available to qualified students. Learn about financial aid options.    

Industry, Manufacturing, Construction and Transportation pathway icon This program is part of the Industry, Manufacturing, Construction and Transportation (IMCT) Pathway. Learn More

Career Outlook

With the Landscape and Horticulture Professional 1 certificate, build career-ready skills for Florida's green industry. Graduates are prepared for entry-level roles across lawn maintenance, tree care services and grounds management sectors. You'll get the chance to work in unique environments, including golf courses, nurseries, garden centers and lawn maintenance firms. This is stepping stone to a rewarding career in a growing industry essential to our ecosystems. 

Stackable Credentials

With a Landscape and Horticulture Professional 1 certificate, you can:

Why Choose PBSC?

  • Affordable Tuition: PBSC offers some of the lowest tuition rates in Florida, making a cutting-edge education accessible to all.
  • Career-Ready Mindset: Learn from expert faculty and graduate with the skills employers need in today's green workforce.
  • Supportive Community: Access internships, industry networking and daily interaction with faculty dedicated to your success.

How to Apply

  • Select Program Code 6220 for the Landscape and Horticulture Professional 1 certificate when you fill out PBSC’s application on the Admissions webpage.

Take the Next Steps

Palm Beach State College's Landscape and Horticulture Professional 1 certificate is your affordable, flexible and direct route to a rewarding career in a vital field. Gain the technical, ethical and problem-solving skills employers want. Start your journey today! 

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