The Horticultural Technician undergraduate diploma at Niagara College is designed for aspiring professionals eager to contribute to sustainable environments through expert plant care and landscape management. You will explore the critical role of horticulture in enhancing urban biodiversity and developing eco-friendly growing techniques. This program is ideal for students passionate about plant science, nursery management, and landscape design, equipping you with the knowledge to foster healthier ecosystems. You will gain a foundational understanding of evergreen ornamentals, plant science, and essential mathematics for horticultural applications.
This full-time, on-campus program is structured over two years, offering a dynamic blend of theoretical learning and practical application. You will engage with subjects like horticulture entomology, landscape graphics, and greenhouse production science, alongside communications courses. The curriculum emphasizes hands-on experience, preparing you for roles in garden centre management, landscape design and maintenance, or nursery production. You will graduate with the practical skills and scientific understanding to excel in various horticultural careers, including urban arboriculture and sustainable food production.