Turn your green thumb into a rewarding career with a Horticulture Certificate from CCC
- Explore the wonders of plant life: Learn about growth, propagation, identification and cultivation techniques.
- Get your hands dirty: Our program emphasizes practical learning through greenhouse labs, nursery practices and landscape maintenance.
- Cultivate a sustainable future: Discover eco-friendly practices and responsible resource management for a thriving planet.
Clackamas Community College's Horticulture Certificate is your stepping stone to a flourishing career in the world of plants. Enroll today and cultivate your passion for a brighter future!
Required classes for the Horticulture Certificate
Bloom with career opportunities
The horticulture industry offers a multitude of exciting career options, from greenhouse management and nursery production to landscape design and arboriculture. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a 10% growth in landscaping and grounds maintenance technician jobs over the next decade.
Cultivate your horticulture skills
This Horticulture Certificate program equips you with the practical skills and knowledge to thrive in the growing green industry. Upon graduation, you should be ready to:
- Master the fundamentals: Develop proficiency with tools and equipment, propagation techniques and landscape maintenance tasks – all the essentials for hands-on plant care.
- Unlock diverse growing environments: Manage greenhouses and vegetable beds, giving you the flexibility to cultivate in different settings.
- Identify plants: Learn to recognize common woody plants, broadening your horticultural knowledge and expertise.
- Embrace sustainable solutions: Add integrated pest management (IPM) strategies into your plant care routine, promoting healthy ecosystems and responsible practices.
- Science-backed decisions: Leverage your understanding of plant biology and soil science to make informed choices for thriving plants.
- Communicate effectively: Clearly communicate through speaking, writing and computer skills to share knowledge and ideas with colleagues and customers effectively.
This comprehensive skill set, combined with a strong foundation in plant science and communication, positions you for success in a flourishing and in-demand field. Don't wait, take root in your future today!
For more information on expected outcomes of successfully completing this program, view the course catalog.Investing in your future
Clackamas Community College offers some of the lowest tuition rates in the Portland metro area. To begin building the cost for your program, you can start with the base estimate below.
This estimate includes the cost of tuition and the general fees applied per class and per academic term. This estimate does not include additional fees required for many courses or the cost of course materials. Contact the program to learn more about additional costs that may apply.
You can also find more information about the costs of attending CCC on the Tuition and Fees page.
Get help paying for college
Scholarships and grants (free money!) are available for students in this program. For help with financial aid and scholarships, contact the Financial Aid Resource Lab.
Oregon State University transfer agreement
Some horticulture classes transfer to Oregon State University as part of a bachelor’s degree. Landscape students planning to continue their studies at a four-year college should consult the horticulture advisor to obtain the most recent transfer information. Contact April Chastain at 503-594-3292 or april.chastain@clackamas.edu.
