Horticulture Certificate

Turn your green thumb into a rewarding career with a Horticulture Certificate from CCC

Clackamas Community College's Horticulture Certificate provides the essential knowledge and hands-on skills you need to succeed in this thriving field.

Unleash your inner plant scientist:

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.

In this program you will master tools such as rototillers, tractors, greenhouse equipment and more while learning critical data-gathering skills to provide the best plant care. Clackamas Community College has a wide variety of facilities at your disposal, including a farm site, several greenhouses and a variety of different types of gardens.

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!

For detailed description and learning outcomes for this program, view the course catalog.

Required classes for the Horticulture Certificate

Job Outlook

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.

For more information on career opportunities for this program, view the course catalog.

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 learning 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.

Cost Per Credit
$126 General Student & Tech Fee Per Credit
$13 College Services Fee Per Term
$30 Estimated Program Cost
* All estimates are based on a minimum length of two terms

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.

Transfer Options

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.

National Association of Landscape Professionals

This is the only nationally recognized endorsement offered to colleges with landscape/horticulture programs. It is designed to recognize schools with landscape contracting curricula that meet or exceed industry standards. Visit the their website for more information.

See where your certificate can take you

The classes you take in this program can help you earn additional certificates or degrees. Take one step at a time and know that each step gets you closer to your future goals. Even if you decide to change direction later, you will have a solid foundation to build on to keep moving forward.

(Certificate of Completion)

(Career Pathway Certificate of Completion)

(Associate of Applied Science Degree)