Title: Research career opportunities related to landscaping.
Course: Landscaping I (18054-I) > Section: Gaining an Overview of the Landscaping Industry

Research should include

- listing possible landscaping careers related to this course
- describing each career
- outlining the education and experience required for entry into related landscape industries
- exploring job opportunities, salaries, and benefits
- differentiating among careers as a(n)
  - landscape designer
  - landscape architect
  - landscape installer and manager
  - turf manager
  - arborists or tree care provider
  - irrigation specialist
- identifying local opportunities in the landscaping field and related educational requirements.

Many websites offer career exploration resources, including the Virginia Education Wizard and the FFA's Ag Explorer.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are the entry-level requirements for employment in the landscaping industry?
- How are landscape architects different from landscape designers?
- What experiences are necessary for a career in landscaping?