Instruction includes both classroom and laboratory activities. In addition to working with plants they design and install landscape features such as decks, retaining walls, and patios. The landscape professional may specialize in plant production for nurseries, greenhouses, and garden centers. Career Opportunities Graduates enter a range of businesses including interior and exterior landscape or maintenance firms, design firms, nurseries, garden centers, and greenhouses. Some graduates are employed by parks, golf courses, or government agencies.
Many graduates operate their own businesses.
The Landscape Horticulture Club at Dakota County Technical College, as part of an ALCA accredited program, annually participates in the ALCA Student Career Days. Through this and other activities, the club provides opportunities for professional growth and leadership. Technical Electives Students may select their elective credits from courses in Landscape Horticulture curriculum with the approval of the advisor. Total Required Technical Electives 8 General Education Requirements See the General Education Section of the web site. 12 General Education Requirements See the General Education Section of the web site.