Grow a sustainable career in the Green Industry
NSCC’s Horticulture associate degree program prepares students to work in the green industry. Graduates are in demand by businesses such as nurseries, greenhouses and garden centers; landscape designers; parks and golf courses; herb and specialty plant production; organic food producers; and, horticultural equipment supplies and sales. Additionally, knowledge and skills gained with an NSCC degree prepare students for various industry-based certifications. Students will also learn more about issues of sustainability and how these issues affect our communities, the places we live, work and play. NSCC’s Horticulture degree offers a mix of general education and hands-on courses such as:
Landscape Installation & Maintenance
Plants for the New England Landscape
Plant and Soil Science
Fundamental of Plant Health
Urban Tree Care
Environmental Policy
Landscape Design
Introduction to Sustainable Living
Organic and Sustainable Food Production
Free Community College
Massachusetts allows all residents without a bachelor’s degree to attend North Shore Community College for free.
No tuition. No fees. Both programs include an allowance for books and supplies for certain students.
Next Steps
Get in touch
If you have questions related to program admissions or applications, please contact admissions@northshore.edu or call 978-762-4188.
If you have program advising related questions, please contact horticulture@northshore.edu or call 978-762-4048.
Program Requirements
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