Horticulture Associate in Applied Science Degree • Certificate of Proficiency • Certificate of Specialization
Graduate in a Growing Industry Horticulture at St. Louis Community College is a multifaceted subject. Not only is it the art and science of growing plants, but the program also focuses on the knowledge and skills needed for careers in the green industry including landscape and garden design, greenhouse management, plant research and landscape management. Classes are infused with the latest technology and current topics in the green industry. In this comprehensive program, students receive broad training in plant identification, plant propagation, pest and disease management, soil science, plant physiology and turf management along with their relationships to the environment and the sustainable landscape. Students may earn an Associate in Applied Science Degree, a Certificate of Proficiency or a Certificate of Specialization in Horticulture.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM The Associate in Applied Science Degree in Horticulture is a 66-credit-hour program, comprised of 39-credit-hours of horticulture-specific classes and 27-credithours of general studies. Students may choose to pursue a Certificate of Proficiency in Horticulture, which can be earned by completing the 39-credit-hours of horticulture course work only. Students may also choose to earn a Certificate of Specialization by completing 12-credit-hours of horticultural courses. With either the AAS or the Certificate of Proficiency, students can specialize in Landscape Design if they so choose. Day and evening classes are offered to accommodate working students and busy professionals. This unique program combines classroom and hands-on learning in state-of-the-art facilities, laboratories, greenhouses and campus grounds. The 78-acre Meramec campus features numerous gardens and plant collections that serve as unique outdoor living laboratories. In addition, the college enjoys a close working relationship with the St. Louis green industry, including Missouri Botanical Gardens and numerous green industry small businesses, providing
our students with expert instruction and enhanced networking opportunities within the field.
OPPORTUNITIES IN THIS FIELD One of the benefits of having a horticulture degree or certificate is the wide range of job opportunities available. Some of our students and graduates work at botanical gardens, zoos, golf courses and garden centers. Others are employed by St. Louis area municipal parks and in research positions for established companies and startups. STLCC students and graduates grow ornamental plants and food crops; manage sports fields, sell horticultural products and create landscape designs for clients across the St. Louis metropolitan area.
Individual salaries vary by geographic location, the type and size of the employer and the extent of the horticulturist’s education and experience.
FEES Please visit www.stlcc.edu/fees for the most current information. Additional fees apply to some courses. Fees are subject to change.
CONTACT INFORMATION Jerry Pence program coordinator, assistant professor
[email protected] 314-984-7374
Job Outlook Opportunities for graduates in the green industry continue to increase. As the industry continues to evolve in directions that involve the environment, sustainability, organic food production and more, those who have the drive and interest in horticulture will be able to take advantage of this burgeoning industry.
You can earn this degree at: Meramec You may take general education classes toward this degree at any of our campuses or education centers.
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For more information on how to get started on your career go to www.stlcc.edu/getstarted.
Associate in Applied Science Degree Certificate of Proficiency • Certificate of Specialization CURRICULUM
AAS
CP
CS
CURRICULUM (Cont’d)
AAS
CP
CS
Course Number Course Description Credit Hours
Course Number Course Description Credit Hours
General Education ___ ENG:100 Career English (or) ___ ENG:101 College Composition I 3 ___ COM:101 Oral Communication I 3 ___ CHM:109 Chemistry for Environmental Careers I 4 ___ MTH:140 Intermediate Algebra 3 ___ PSY:200 General Psychology 3 ___ XXX:xxx Missouri State Requirement 3 Total General Education Credit Hours: 19
Horticulture Option Landscape Design ___ HRT:104 Landscape Design I ___ HRT:217 Landscape Design II ___ HRT:218 Landscape Design III
Turfgrass Management ___ HRT:201 Turfgrass Management 3 ___ HRT:240 Golf Course Management 3 ___ HRT:220 Landscape Irrigation 3 Plant Production and Marketing ___ HRT:103 Plant Propagation 3 ___ HRT:205 Nursery and Garden Center Practices 3 ___ HRT:241 Greenhouse Management 3 Landscape Management ___ HRT:201 Turfgrass Management 3 ___ HRT:220 Landscape Irrigation 3 ___ HRT:242 Urban Tree Management 3 Total Horticulture Options Credit Hours: 9
Physical Education Activity 2 Area of Concentration Select 6-7 credits from: ___ ACC:100 Applied Accounting (or) 3 ___ ACC:110 Financial Accounting 4 ___ BLW:101 Business Law I 3 ___ BUS:101 Small Business Management 3 ___ MGT:101 Introduction to Supervision 3 ___ MKT:104 Principles of Selling 3 Total Area of Concentration Credit Hours: 6-7 4 Horticulture Core ___ HRT:101 Introductory Horticulture (or) ___ BIO:124 General Botany I 4 ___ HRT:102 Soils 3 ___ HRT:105 Cooperative Horticulture I 1 ___ HRT:206 Ornamental Plants – Trees and Vines 3 ___ HRT:207 Ornamental Plants – Shrubs and Evergreens 3 ___ HRT:230 Ornamental Plants – Herbaceous Perennials 3 ___ HRT:214 Grounds Management 3 ___ HRT:227 Plant Pest Management 4 Total Horticulture Core Credit Hours: 24
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3 3 3 3 4 24
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3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 9
Horticulture Electives ___ HRT:245 Special Applications in Landscape Design 3 3 ___ HRT:235 Annuals and Ornamental Grasses 3 3 Total Horticulture Electives Credit Hours: 6 6 ___ HRT:125 Plant Indentification: Trees ___ HRT:126 Plant Indentification:Shrubs and Vines ___ HRT:127 Soil Management ___ HRT:128 Turfgrass Culture ___ HRT:129 Propagation Principles and Practices ___ HRT:130 Principles of Landscape Design ___ HRT:132 Plant Pest Identification and Management ___ HRT:133 Landscape Management
Total Credits for Program:
66
39
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www.stlcc.edu/programs/horticulture St. Louis Community College is committed to non-discrimination and equal opportunities in its admissions, educational programs, activities and employment regardless of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information or status as a disabled or Vietnam-era veteran and shall take action necessary to ensure non-discrimination. For information or concerns relating to discrimination matters, contact the following: for matters relating to disabilities, contact Section 504/Title II Coordinator Donna Dare at 314-539-5285; for matters relating to sex discrimination, contact Title IX Coordinator Pam McIntyre at 636-422-2250. 100848 July, 2014