Horticulture
Quick Facts
- Pathway: Business & Industry
- Campus: Northwest
Horticulture is simply defined as the art and science of growing plants. Explore areas like landscape management, greenhouse operations, food crop production and innovative growing methods like hydroponics.
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Job Titles & Career Info
Our Program
Why Choose Horticulture?
- Learn about producing healthy plants from seed to harvest to meet the demands of our growing Texas population
- Take Horticulture courses during the day or at night
- We offer all courses at least once as a day or night course during a 2-year period.
- Gain practical experience & share your love & knowledge of plants by participating in our Annual Plant Sale
Prepare for What You Will Do at Work
- Grow plants for landscapes, food and beneficial wildlife
- Use horticultural tools and equipment to prune, fertilize, propagate and cultivate a diversity of plants
- Design growing spaces that beautify, conserve and improve the environment
- Identify and treat plant health issues related to soil, water and pests
Marketable Skills You Will Learn
- Critical thinking
- Reasoning
- Communication
- Personal & social responsibility
- Teamwork
- Computer literacy
Before You Enroll, Think About:
- You will work outdoors and in all weather conditions.
- Some aspects of outdoor landscaping work can be physically demanding, such as shoveling, lifting, and bending.
- You may work with chemicals, such as fertilizers and pesticides, and will need to wear protective gear.
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Degrees & Certificates
Degree
Certificates
Level 1
Level 2
Occupational Skills Award
Continuing Education Program
How Much Time & Money to Finish?
2024–2025 Academic Year
| Degree or Certificate | Program Title | Semester Credit Hours | Total Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAS | Horticulture | 60 | $4,440 |
| CRT1 | Plant Health Specialist | 19 | $1,406 |
| CRT1 | Horticulture | 31 | $2,294 |
| CRT2 | Horticulture Business Management | 40 | $2,960 |
| OSA | Horticulture Basic Skills | 13 | $962 |
Notes:
- Tuition is based on in-state, in-county rates.
- Totals do not include textbooks and other materials.
Continuing Education Programs
Time commitments and fees vary depending on the course.
Earn More Choices & More Money
Transfer to a college or university to continue your studies. Earning a bachelor’s degree opens the door to career and promotion opportunities.
Next steps
- Talk to your advisor about planning for transfer
- Explore transfer schools
Start on Your Pathway!
- Apply to TCC
- Find out about financial aid
- Talk to an academic advisor
- Visit career services
- Request a transcript evaluation if you are transferring to TCC
Contact
Northwest Campus
Cameron Grant
Horticulture Learning Lab Manager
Call 817-515-7519
Email cameron.grant1@tccd.edu
Northwest Campus
Cade Hart
Career Advisor—Public Services Division
Call 817-515-7289
Email cade.hart@tccd.edu
Please call or email me to make an appointment.
Northwest Campus
Greta Bowling, Ph.D.
Dean of Math & Sciences
Call 817-515-7729
Email greta.bowling@tccd.edu
Northwest Campus
Jonnette Hazen
Administrative Assistant–Horticulture Department
Call 817-515-7276
Email jonnette.hazen@tccd.edu
Updated February 27, 2025