CTE Resource Center - Verso - Greenhouse Plant Production and Management Course Description

Course Description

Course Code:	8035
Co-op:	Available
Duration:	36 weeks
Suggested Grade Levels:	10–12
Prerequisites:	Horticulture Sciences (8034/36 weeks)

This course prepares students for postsecondary educational career programs and entry-level positions in the greenhouse plant production and management industry. Instruction includes industry safety in greenhouse plant production, development of plant production facilities, greenhouse management and operations, plant identification, the science of plant production, business management, and marketing skills. Participation in FFA Career Development Events (CDEs), Leadership Development Events (LDEs), and Supervised Agricultural Experiences (SAEs) is strongly encouraged.

As noted in Superintendent’s Memo #058-17 (2-28-2017), this Career and Technical Education (CTE) course must maintain a maximum pupil-to-teacher ratio of 20 students to one teacher, due to safety regulations. The 2016-2018 biennial budget waiver of the teacher-to-pupil ratio staffing requirement does not apply.

Career Clusters and Pathways

For federal reporting (choose one)

Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
- Agribusiness Systems
- Environmental Service Systems
- Natural Resources Systems
- Plant Systems

Available Credentials

Upon completion of the course

Certifications

Licenses

Concentration Sequences

A combination of the course above and those below, equivalent to two 36-week courses. Students wishing to complete a specialization may take additional courses appropriate to their career pathways.