Environmental Horticulture & Design

Horticulture Careers

 

The Green Industry is one of the largest employers in the United States. Rewarding and plentiful career opportunities are available for students who successfully complete the Foothill College Environmental Horticulture & Design Program. A short list of career opportunities includes:

• Arboriculture
• Landscape Construction
• Environmental Management
• Landscape Design
• Landscape & Garden Maintenance
• Historic Garden & Estate Management
• Nursery Management
• Horticultural Consulting
• Parks & Golf Course Management
• Horticultural Therapy
• Interiorscaping
• Pest Management
• Irrigation Specialist
• Plant Biotechnology

These jobs offer competitive salaries and excellent benefit packages. Many students start their own businesses after completing a few quarters of intensive study in the Foothill College Environmental Horticulture & Design Program. Average industry salaries range from $25,000 to $75,000 per year.