Everest University Golf and Landscape Operations

• Beginning May 3, 2021, Everest University is offering non-degree/non-credit introductory program in Botany, Landscape Plants, Intro to Turf and Intro to Irrigations. Each course will be offered in an eight week interval, and students must complete them sequentially. Courses are offered in English and Spanish and cost $150 per topic. Each topic is covered in an 8 week interval.

• This nondegree/workforce program does not require the standard admission process. Simply complete the Continuing Education/Workforce application and registration form and email or fax the form to Enrollment Services (contact information at the top of application). Have a question about this workforce course? Email [email protected] . Have a question about the enrollment process? Email [email protected] or call (314) 666-2222.

Workforce Courses

ORHX 0001 – Introduction to Plants: Introduction to how a plant works throughout its life cycle
ORHX 0002 – Landscape Plants and Design: Introduction to the different types of plants in different parts of the world, includes turf and plant identification and morphology.
ORHX 0003 – Warm Season and Cool Season Turfgrasses: Continuation of turf and plant identification and morphology.
ORHX 0004 – Introduction to Irrigation: Introduction to design and troubleshooting of residential and commercial irrigation.

• The Horticulture Certificate instructs you in the cultivation of all edible plants and non-food crops such as turf and ornamental plants and trees. It also includes plant conservation, landscape design and restoration, golf course maintenance, residential lawn maintenance, and arboriculture. This is an excellent certificate for those who already work or aspire to work in the horticulture industry. These industries include plant and tree nurseries, farming, golf course maintenance, lawn care, and both residential and commercial gardening. 
• This certificate consists of six courses for a total of nineteen credits.
• This program is 100% online for 2 semesters and has 40+ average students enrolled each year.
• Visit the Horticulture page and Academic Catalog Information

Ready to get started? Visit our Admissions Information page , find the enrollment steps that apply to you (whether your first-time, transfer, or returning student) and don’t hesitate to ask for assistance! Have a question about the program? Email [email protected] . Have a question about the enrollment process? Email [email protected] or call (314) 666-2222.

• The Advanced Horticulture Certificate instructs you in the cultivation of all edible plants and non-food crops such as turf and ornamental plants and trees. It also includes plant conservation, landscape design and restoration, golf course maintenance, residential lawn maintenance, and arboriculture. This certificate may help you get a start in horticultural management positions and promotions.  These positions include lower to middle management of plant and tree nurseries, farming, golf course maintenance, lawn care, and both residential and commercial gardening.
• This certificate consists of 12 additional credits beyond the credits required for Horticulture Certificate.
• This program is 100% online has 60+ average students enrolled each year.
• Visit the Advanced Horticulture page and Academic Catalog Information

Ready to get started? Visit our Admissions Information page , find the enrollment steps that apply to you (whether your first-time, transfer, or returning student) and don’t hesitate to ask for assistance! Have a question about the program? Email [email protected] . Have a question about the enrollment process? Email [email protected] or call (314) 666-2222.

• The Agribusiness Management Degree, with an emphasis in turf management, will enable you to pursue careers in golf course operations, landscaping, nursery management, sports turf and many other agricultural industries. The horticultural and agricultural subject matter includes plant growth, turfgrass, soil science, plant identification, landscape calculations, and integrated pest management. 
• This program includes all ten horticulture courses, eight business courses, plus one course from each of the following categories:  Math, English, and Humanities.
• This program is 61 credits and 100% online.
• Visit the Agribusiness Management, M.S. page and Academic Catalog Information

Ready to get started? Visit our Admissions Information page , find the enrollment steps that apply to you (whether your first-time, transfer, or returning student) and don’t hesitate to ask for assistance! Have a question about the program? Email [email protected] . Have a question about the enrollment process? Email [email protected] or call (314) 666-2222.