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Students in the Go Green! Program will be introduced to new technologies associated with the “green” movement and sustainable landscape design. They will explore ways to maintain attractive environments that are in balance with the local climate that require minimal resource input such as fertilizers, pesticides and water. Strategies will focus on sustainable designs that are functional, cost-effective, visually pleasing, environmentally friendly and maintainable. Learn more about landscaping careers.
Full academic selections for Juniors and Seniors
Available Certification: O.C.N.T. (Ohio Certified Nursery Technician) Certification
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General Information
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Bridget Comes Instructor
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Length of Program: 2 years
Technical Credits Earned: 6
Academic Credits: 4 per year
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Résumé Template
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Technical Core Curriculum
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Examine the interrelationship of grasslands, gardens, orchards, forests and other systems
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Explore regenerative design strategies and preservation of native and useful plants and habitats
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Study of soils, composting and fertilizers
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Pesticides, irrigation and drainage techniques
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Identify and classify plants and grasses common in the horticulture industry
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Study of business management procedures, including project costing and basic budget and accounting principles
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Safe operation and handling of industry equipment
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Produce landscape digital imaging computer designs
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FFA student organization
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Post-Secondary Education Opportunities
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Employment Opportunities
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Landscaping maintenance and design
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Establish own business
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Sod industry
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Commercial production of plants and floral
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Golf Course maintenance
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Sports complex maintenance
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Students are encouraged to continue their education to acquire a post-secondary associate or bachelor degree
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