SPORTS TURF, LANDSCAPE AND HORTICULTURE SCIENCE
Turn your love of the outdoors into a career where you can work with golf courses, sports fields and landscaping businesses.
AT THE RIVER, YOU WILL…
- Learn in the middle of one of the country’s fastest-growing areas for housing and golf course developments–creating opportunities to work for growing landscape companies and world-class golf facilities.
- Study under experienced professors and instructors who are excited to share their industry knowledge with you.
AVAILABLE PROGRAMS
- Associate in Science in Sports Turf, Landscape and Horticulture Science
- Landscape and Horticulture Specialist
- Landscape and Horticulture Professional
- Landscape and Horticulture Technician
Associate in Science in Sports Turf, Landscape and Horticulture Science
Associate Degree
Credits or Hours: 60
Start a new career or learn advanced skills in sports turf and landscape management with our associate’s degree program. You’ll gain the knowledge and skills you need with courses in soils and fertilizers, pest management, turfgrass science and more.
You can also choose to take specialized courses in golf course design, landscape design and installation, and the care and maintenance of turf and ornamental plants.
Landscape and Horticulture Specialist
Technical Certificate
Credits or Hours: 12
Learn about the basics of horticulture management with the landscape and horticulture specialist certificate. Take courses in horticulture fundamentals, landscape design and plant identification.
Landscape and Horticulture Professional
Technical Certificate
Credits or Hours: 18
Get a deeper understanding of the horticultural practices that help landscapes thrive. Learn about horticultural practices, soil properties, fertility management and its environmental impacts, and insect and disease identification and management, as well as basic business skills.
Landscape and Horticulture Technician
Technical Certificate
Credits or Hours: 15
Advance your knowledge in common horticultural practices and learn about the fundamentals of business in our landscape and horticulture technician program. You can also take specialized courses in retail nursery operations, landscape maintenance and landscape design.
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For more information about our turf, landscape and horticulture science programs, contact us or request more information to talk to one of our admissions counselors.
NEXT STEPS
APPLY TO THE RIVER
Discover what’s possible at Indian River State College. When you’re ready, our simple application process is here to help you take the next step.
PAYING FOR COLLEGE
We’re here to help you understand your options. From financial aid to scholarships and affordable tuition, The River is committed to making college accessible for everyone.
VISIT CAMPUS
Experience the energy of campus life for yourself. Schedule a tour to explore our facilities, meet students and staff, and discover what makes The River an incredible place to learn and grow.
