Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification
Method of Delivery
In Person
When offered
Daytime Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
- Demonstrate proficiency and comprehension of scientific principles, reasoning and methods that comprise the disciplines of plant and soil science. Examples include, but are not limited to plant anatomy, plant physiology, plant pathology, entomology, weed science, and pesticide and fertilizer chemistry.
- Identify a broad spectrum of plant families, genus, and species including life cycles, zone hardiness, and cultural requirements and be able to articulate this information using proper plant nomenclature and terminologies to other employees, supervisors, and customers.
- Develop and use the durable skills provided through general education including effective oral and/or written communication skills.
- Perform and demonstrate accurate computation and mathematical skills required for industry tasks and calculations.
- Produce, grow, and/or install a wide variety of plant materials using best management practices for marketable, functional, and aesthetically pleasing designs.
The Association of Horticulture Professionals, predicts that its industry will continue to have attractive openings for graduates. After completing this program, you will be in position to pursue careers working for retail and wholesale nurseries, land and park management, government agencies, landscape contractors, turf and golf industries, greenhouses, floral shops, and more. Potential jobs include working as a grower, propagator, nursery supervisor, arborist, landscape manager, landscape maintenance supervisor and urban farmer, among others.
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
32
Hours
33
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
College of Western Idaho - Credit
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
6056 Birch Ln Nampa, ID 83687
Local WIB
40 - REG-1 WIB 1-5
Type of Attainment:
Associate of Applied Science, ATC, ITC
Name of Credential
Hortculture Technology Intermediate Technical Certificate (ITC)
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
Multiple Financial Aid options may be available
Refund Policy
Students my drop full-semester courses by the census date for a full refund, with no record on their transcript. Refund policies differ for shorter courses. All drops must be officially completed through myCWI or by submitting a Withdrawal Form to One Stop Student Services. Drops not done through these methods may lead to a failing grade and unpaid charges sent to collections. See the Academic Calendar for specific deadlines.
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$1,560.00
Graduation Fees
$32.50 Full Regalia
In-State Tuition
$5,148.00 Residents of Ada, Canyon, Twin Falls, Jerome, Kootenai, or Bonneville Counties
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$6,798.00 Idaho residents outside of Ada, Canyon, Twin Falls, Jerome, Kootenai, or Bonneville Counties. Out-of-State/International Residents: $320/credit
Registration Fee
$110.00 Instructional Support Service fee
Supplies/Materials/Hand Tools (not included in tuition)
$250.00 HRTC-106 Annuals and Perennials Consumable Resources $25.00 HRTC-107 Landscape Management:Maintenance Consumable Resources $75.00 HRTC-108 Plant Propagation and Management Consumable Resources $25.00 HRTC-110 Plant Science Student Assets $25.00 HRTC-155 Urban Agriculture Consumable Resources $50.00 HRTC-208 Greenhouse and Nursery Management Consumable Resources $50.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$7,100.50
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$8,750.50
