Ontario College Diploma in Horticulture Technician

Fanshawe College

Fanshawe’s two-year Horticulture Technician diploma program will give you the practical skills and knowledge for a career nurturing the natural world around us. Get hands-on practical and technical experience in this exceptional program through national events and associations, our exclusive student-run greenhouse, and two working co-op semesters. Learn how to build and maintain landscapes, gardens and outdoor spaces. Study arboriculture, landscape design, plant identification, plant production and business management. This program offers a unique emphasis on the practical aspects of horticulture, where you will gain work experiences during two co-op work terms and the on-campus greenhouse designed exclusively for students. The Horticulture Technician program is well-respected and supported in the industry. Field trips, industry events, and partnerships with top companies allow students access to real-life learning and distinctive experiences. You’ll also have professional opportunities such as attending Landscape Congress in Toronto and building the ‘Live Stage’. This three-day signature event allows students to showcase their skills and bond with teachers and classmates, while attending Canada’s premier green industry event. The Horticulture Technician diploma program develops students’ academic and practical skill level which allows them to easily match a growing need in the green profession. Career and networking events are ongoing throughout the program. These include job fairs, hiring parties, and networking/mentoring through student membership to Landscape Ontario, and access to industry associations like Women in Landscaping. Fanshawe College supports student success through an imbedded co-op course and our Career Services office. All of your professors are active members of industry and experts in their field of study. Their industry knowledge and connections are leveraged to provide hiring/career opportunities for all students.