Horticulture

Learn plant science, landscape design and sustainable horticulture practices. Develop skills in growing plants, maintaining landscapes and managing outdoor environments for careers in landscaping, agriculture and environmental services.

Horticulture student watering trays of potted plants in a campus greenhouse

Horticulture Pathways

The table shows an at-a-glance view of Central Piedmont’s offerings in this field. Find the option that matches your timeline, goals and interests, then select the pathway title to learn more.

Student Goals Education Prerequisite Campus Timeline to Completion Learning Format
Horticulture Technology (A.A.S.) Associate in Applied Science No Requirement Cato Campus Two Years Hybrid
Horticulture Maintenance Certificate
Introduction to Horticulture Certificate
Landscape Design Certificate
Landscape Maintenance Certificate
Plant Production Certificate
Turfgrass Maintenance Certificate
Urban Agriculture Certificate
Dual Enrollment Certificate No Requirement Multiple Two or More Academic Years Hybrid
  • Horticulture Technology (A.A.S.)
    Student Goals: Associate Degree
    Education Prerequisite: No Requirement
    Campus: Cato Campus
    Timeline to Completion: Two Years
    Learning Format: Hybrid
  • Horticulture Maintenance
    Student Goals: Certificate
    Education Prerequisite:
    Campus:
    Timeline to Completion:
    Learning Format:
  • Introduction to Horticulture
    Student Goals: Certificate
    Education Prerequisite:
    Campus:
    Timeline to Completion:
    Learning Format:
  • Landscape Design
    Student Goals: Certificate
    Education Prerequisite:
    Campus:
    Timeline to Completion:
    Learning Format:
  • Landscape Maintenance
    Student Goals: Certificate
    Education Prerequisite:
    Campus:
    Timeline to Completion:
    Learning Format:
  • Plant Production
    Student Goals: Certificate
    Education Prerequisite:
    Campus:
    Timeline to Completion:
    Learning Format:
  • Turfgrass Maintenance
    Student Goals: Certificate
    Education Prerequisite:
    Campus:
    Timeline to Completion:
    Learning Format:
  • Urban Agriculture
    Student Goals: Certificate
    Education Prerequisite:
    Campus:
    Timeline to Completion:
    Learning Format:
  • Dual Enrollment
    Student Goals:
    Education Prerequisite: No Requirement
    Campus: Multiple
    Timeline to Completion: Two or More Academic Years
    Learning Format: Hybrid
1 of 9

Turn idea into action

If you're not sure which pathway is right for you, a Navigator can help you decide. Navigators are your personal guides to Central Piedmont. They support you every step of the way – from your first question to finding your program, submitting your application and beyond.
An adviser leaning in to help a student working at a laptop in the campus commons

Are you ready to take the next step?