Fundamentals of Horticulture
This award is not eligible for Financial Aid
The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Fundamentals of Horticulture program emphasizes the fundamentals of plant science, gardening, irrigation, propagation, and pest management. The program is designed to prepare students to become employed as technicians, salespeople, or supervisors in nurseries or landscaping companies. An Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Sustainable Horticulture and Landscape Technology and Certificates of Completion (CCLs) in Sustainable Agriculture, Landscape Technology, and Cannabis Cultivation are also available.
Details
Field of Interest
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
Degree Type
Certificate of Completion (CCL)
Academic Plan
Fundamentals of Horticulture (CER)
Academic Plan Code
5069N
Total credits required
18
Catalog Year
2025-2026
Effective Term
Fall 2025
Notes
This program is not eligible for Title IV Federal Financial Aid.
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
What You'll Learn
- Operate equipment safely, ethically, and in an environmentally responsible manner, while demonstrating professional behaviors that align with field norms and conventions.
- Develop irrigation plans for agriculture and landscape uses.
- Analyze principles of plant growth responses to particular soils, climate, sun exposure, water availability, nutrients, and pests.
- Utilize principles and processes of plant propagation.
Career statistics
Successful completion of this certificate may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Arizona-based wages* for this certificate. Education requirements vary for the occupations listed below, so you may need further education or degrees in order to qualify for some of these jobs and earn the related salaries. Please visit with an academic advisor and/or program director for additional information. You can click on any occupation to view the detail regarding education level, wages, and employment information.
Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers
$87,730 Show expanded career information for Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers
First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers
$47,780 Show expanded career information for First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers
Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers
$33,880 Show expanded career information for Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers
* Career and wage information provided by Pipeline AZ using data, reports, and forecasts which are generated using government data sources. Sources
Course Sequence by Term
The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:
- Students should meet with an academic advisor to develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Degree Progress Report Tool in your Student Center to manage your plan.
- The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
- Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
- Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include FYE101 and FYE103. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.
Semesters intro
When to Start Taking Classes
It is suggested that you begin taking the courses found in this course sequence starting in a Fall Semester.
Full-time Sequence
Full-time status is 12 credits to 18 credits per semester.
Fall Semester (Term 1)
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AGL181 | Landscape Construction Techniques | Course offered in Fall only | 3 | ||
| AGL189 | Landscape Design I | Course offered in Fall only | 3 | ||
| AGS164 | Plant Growth and Development | SQ | 4 | ||
| AGS183 | Urban Plant Identification And Use | Course offered in Fall only | 3 |
Part-time Sequence
Part-time status is 11 credit hours or less.
Fall Semester (Term 1)
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AGL181 | Landscape Construction Techniques | Course offered in Fall only | 3 | ||
| AGL189 | Landscape Design I | Course offered in Fall only | 3 |
Spring Semester (Term 2)
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AGS164 | Plant Growth and Development | SQ | 4 | ||
| AGS183 | Urban Plant Identification And Use | Course offered in Fall only | 3 |
Footnote
The Certificate in Landscape Aide is designed for students to begin and complete the requirements in one Fall semester.
Course Area Key
- SQ = Natural Sciences Quantitative
Disclaimer
Students must earn a grade of C or better for each course listed in the Required Courses area.
Course Sequence total credits may differ from the program information located on the MCCCD curriculum website due to program and system design.
This certificate is not eligible for Title IV Federal Financial Aid.
View MCCCD’s official curriculum documentation for additional details regarding the requirements of this award (https://aztransmac2.asu.edu/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MCCCD.woa/wa/freeForm11?id=16453212).
At Maricopa, we strive to provide you with accurate and current information about our degree and certificate offerings. Due to the dynamic nature of the curriculum process, course and program information is subject to change. As a result, the course list associated with this degree or certificate on this site does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If you are interested in pursuing this degree or certificate, we encourage you to meet with an advisor to discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.
Previous Catalog Years
The pathway map presented above is for the current catalog year and is the intended pathway map for new students. All previous catalog years for this pathway map are available at the link below.
Previous catalog years for Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Fundamentals of Horticulture