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Sheridan College and Gillette College offer AA, AS, and AAS degrees, certificate programs, and program tracks that prepare students to transfer to a four-year college or university. In addition, students may elect to enroll in career training, professional development courses and/or vocational/technical programs.

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Horticulture

The results of trained horticulturists are all around us every day. Where an individual chooses to focus their energy determines which area of the horticultural field they will eventually work in. Horticulturalists are responsible for the parks we relax in, the golf and sports turfs we play on and the landscapes we enjoy. Much more than just "plant science", horticultural students study the relationships between plants, soils, insects, animals and man. Unlike many agricultural fields that dictate living and working in a rural area, Hort. majors have the option of working literally anywhere in all of the fifty states. Presently, there are more job openings for Hort. majors than there are graduates.

Students at Sheridan College have the unique opportunity to study in the new Watt Regional Agricultural Center and the state-of-the-art greenhouse that was built in conjunction with the Center. We have on site a National Turf Grass Trial, a formal demonstration garden, an experimental vineyard and an experimental apple orchard. Class sizes are small, 10 to 15 students per class on average, which facilitates personal interaction with the instructors and plenty of hands-on learning. Paid internships with local golf courses, landscaping firms, and greenhouse and nursery business allow students to gain real world experience in their area of interest.

With an Associate of Science Degree from Sheridan College in Horticulture, the graduate will be able to seek any of several entry-level positions in the areas listed above. Additionally, many of our graduates have exercised their entrepreneurial talents and have started their own business ventures.


For additional career
information including salary
and wage data, contact
Sue Tarter at
307-674-6446 ext. 2004

More Career Information Available at:

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Not sure if you can afford to pay
for your education?

Transitional Services Programs (TSP) offers financial assistance and support services to Sheridan Campus Career & Technical Major Students*various criteria applies

Note: Technical Majors are also referred to as "Degrees and Certificates for Immediate Job Skills" on the Sheridan.edu Web site.

Financial Assistance:
  • Tuition
  • Books & Supplies
  • Travel
  • Certification Costs
  • And Other Miscellaneous expenses
Support Services:
  • Advocacy
  • Brown bags
  • Coaching & Mentoring
  • Job Seeking Skills & Referrals
  • Workshops
  • ...and more!

Contact TSP for more information or to see if you qualify.








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