Turn your love for gardening into a career that fosters wellness and healing! UF’s 12-credit Horticultural Therapy Certificate (offered online) equips students to design and deliver therapeutic plant-based programs—perfect for anyone drawn to community health, mental well-being, or inclusive education.
Why This Matters
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Learn the art and science of horticultural therapy—building meaningful connections between people and plants to support physical, cognitive, and emotional health.
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Carefully aligned with American Horticultural Therapy Association standards, the curriculum supports professional certification as a Registered Horticultural Therapist
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Gain real-world experience: the last course requires an internship or independent study, helping you apply your skills in community, clinical, or educational settings.
Certificate Breakdown (12 credits):
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PLS 3080 – Intro to Horticultural Therapy
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PLS 4081 – Techniques in Horticultural Therapy
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PLS 4082 – Program Management
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PLS 4941 or PLS 4905 – Practical Work Experience or Independent Study
Completing this certificate not only gives you a meaningful edge in careers like therapeutic services, wellness programming, education, and healthcare support—it also helps build healthier, happier communities garden by garden.
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