Horticulture brings together plants, people and the environments where we live and work. From greenhouse production and plant care to landscaping and the management of growing spaces, horticulture offers opportunities to turn an interest in plants into practical, career-ready skills. At Olds College of Agriculture & Technology, students can explore horticulture through applied learning that connects plant science with real-world growing and environmental practices. Whether you are interested in growing healthy plants, creating outdoor spaces or supporting horticultural businesses, discover how horticulture education can help you develop the knowledge and experience to grow your career.
Learn the guiding principles of tree management in sustainable urban ecosystems, this four month long program will equip you with current industry safety standards and practices while you hone your skills in the trees.
Length: Four Months
Delivery: On-Campus
Program Intake: Fall Intake, Winter Intake
This two-year program will provide you with a deep understanding of horticulture, including the production and management of plants, pests, landscapes, soils and water systems to achieve productive and sustainable systems.
Length: Two Years
Delivery: On-Campus
Program Intake: Fall Intake
This two-year program focuses on combining science and technology with business concepts that will enable you to have a successful career in horticulture or starting your own business.
Length: Diploma + Two Years
Delivery: Blended
Program Intake: Fall Intake
During this two-year program, you will collaborate with faculty experts while you study renovation, construction, irrigation, design and water management.
Length: Two Years
Delivery: On-Campus
Program Intake: Winter Intake
A curriculum focused on business, applied science and advanced technical training, taught by industry professionals who have worked as superintendents, will prepare you for an exciting career in environmental and operational management.
Length: Diploma + Two Years
Delivery: Blended
Program Intake: Fall Intake
This four year program consists of eight weeks each year of classroom instruction and a minimum of 1,260 hours of on-the-job training per period of classroom instruction.
Length: Eight Weeks
Delivery: On-Campus
Program Intake: Various Intakes
Whether you're looking for short courses, online learning, evening classes, or hands-on certifications, we offer a variety of options to fit your busy schedule. Designed in collaboration with industry experts, our programs provide practical knowledge and real-world experience to help you succeed.
This program will equip you with the skills and knowledge to thrive in the horticultural industry. Choose from four specialized focus areas in a flexible, self-paced program tailored for the prairie provinces.
Courses provide practical applications relevant to parks, sports turf, golf course, professional lawn care, sod production and turf-related sales/service sectors.
Applications now open for 2027-28.
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