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Landscape Practices Certificate

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CC Certificate of Completion
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Less Than 1 Year
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42
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Get hands on with a Landscape Practices Certificate from CCC  

Do you find yourself drawn to the natural world? Do you appreciate the beauty and creativity involved in crafting stunning landscapes? If so, a Landscape Practices Certificate from Clackamas Community College could be the perfect way to turn your passion into a fulfilling career. 

If you want to make a difference and enjoy working outdoors, this program is designed for you. We will equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to thrive in the growing landscape industry, allowing you to: 

  • Transform outdoor spaces into functional and aesthetically pleasing environments. 
  • Contribute to a more sustainable future by implementing eco-friendly practices. 
  • Work with your hands and enjoy the satisfaction of seeing your creations come to life.
Our program offers a hands-on approach that combines classroom instruction, lab exercises and real-world projects, ensuring you graduate with the practical skills and confidence employers seek. 

Ready to cultivate your passion for landscaping and embark on a rewarding career path? Contact us today to learn more about our Landscape Practices Certificate program and take the first step toward a rewarding career. 
For detailed description and outcomes for this program, view the course catalog.
Classes

Required classes for the Landscape Practices Certificate

Job Outlook

Thrive in a growing field 

The demand for skilled landscape professionals is expected to grow significantly in the coming years. With a Landscape Practices Certificate from Clackamas Community College, you will be positioned to pursue exciting career opportunities in a variety of settings. 

For more information on career opportunities for this program, view the course catalog.
Skills

Gain the skills employers seek 

Our hands-on program will give you the skills that are highly sought-after by landscaping employers. Through engaging classroom instruction, interactive lab exercises and practical real-world projects, you will gain in-depth knowledge and experience in: 

  • Plant identification and selection: Learn to identify a wide range of plants, including trees, shrubs, flowers and grasses, based on their characteristics and suitability for different landscaping applications. Understand factors like planting zones, sun requirements and soil conditions. 
  • Planting and maintenance techniques: Gain the skills for successful plant establishment and care. You will learn proper planting techniques, pruning methods, fertilization strategies and watering practices to ensure the health and beauty of landscapes. 
  • Pest and disease control: Learn to identify, diagnose and manage common plant pests and diseases. Explore integrated pest management (IPM) techniques to control problems effectively while minimizing environmental impact. 
  • Irrigation systems and water conservation: Understand the principles of efficient irrigation systems and learn how to design, install and maintain them. Explore water conservation strategies like drip irrigation and rainwater harvesting to create sustainable landscapes. 
  • Sustainable landscaping principles: Embrace eco-friendly practices that promote healthy ecosystems and conserve natural resources. You will learn about soil health management, organic gardening techniques and low-maintenance landscaping strategies to create beautiful and sustainable landscapes. 
  • Landscape design and construction basics: Learn how to read and interpret landscape plans, use design software and implement basic hardscaping elements like walkways and patios.

By the end of this program, you will be well-equipped with the practical skills and knowledge to confidently enter the workforce and make a significant contribution to the landscaping industry. 

For more information on expected outcomes of successfully completing this program, view the course catalog.
Cost

Investing in your future

Clackamas Community College offers some of the lowest tuition rates in the Portland metro area. To begin building the cost for your program, you can start with the base estimate below. 

This estimate includes the cost of tuition and the general fees applied per class and per academic term. This estimate does not include additional fees required for many courses or the cost of course materials. Contact the program to learn more about additional costs that may apply. 

You can also find more information about the costs of attending CCC on the Tuition and Fees page.

Get help paying for college

Scholarships and grants (free money!) are available for students in this program. For help with financial aid and scholarships, contact the Financial Aid Resource Lab.  

 

Transfer Option

Oregon State University transfer agreement

Some horticulture classes transfer to Oregon State University as part of a bachelor’s degree. Landscape students planning to continue their studies at a four-year college should consult the horticulture advisor to obtain the most recent transfer information. Contact April Chastain at 503-594-3292 or april.chastain@clackamas.edu.

NALP Logo National Association of Landscape Professionals Accredited Degree Program

National Association of Landscape Professionals

This is the only nationally recognized endorsement offered to colleges with landscape/horticulture programs. It is designed to recognize schools with landscape contracting curricula that meet or exceed industry standards. Visit the their website for more information. 

See where your certificate can take you

The classes you take in this program can help you earn additional certificates or degrees. Take one step at a time and know that each step gets you closer to your future goals. Even if you decide to change direction later, you will have a solid foundation to build on to keep moving forward.

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