Horticultural Therapy

certificate

The Horticultural Therapy certificate is offered via distance learning technology to provide students a background in people/plant relationships and train them to develop activities, treatment plans, and programs using plants to achieve therapeutic outcomes. The curriculum aligns with the certification requirements of the American Horticultural Therapy Association for professional recognition as Horticultural Therapist-Registered (HTR).

About this Program

Certificates must comply with the Certificate Policy.

Department Information

The Horticultural Sciences Department is a team of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to improving plant production for the benefit of farmers, consumers, and managed landscapes. Florida’s climatic diversity and the facilities at UF provide opportunities for cutting-edge research in plant breeding & genetics, plant and environmental physiology,  plant production, postharvest physiology, biochemistry, ecosystem restoration, landscape design, and other disciplines.
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CONTACT

Email | 352.392.1928

P.O. Box 110690
2550 Hull Road
FIFIELD HALL
GAINESVILLE FL 32611-0690
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 Curriculum

Students of sophomore standing or higher may enroll in this certificate, or with department permission.

Required Courses

PLS 3080Introduction to Horticultural Therapy3
PLS 4081Techniques in Horticultural Therapy3
PLS 4082Program Management in Horticultural Therapy3
PLS 4941Practical Work Experience (OR ORH 4905 Independent Study of Plant Science )3
Total Credits12