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  • Let nature be your classroom at the Kenosha Campus’ Pike Creek Horticulture Center, which includes a 3,000-square-foot greenhouse, labs, learning gardens and retail space.
  • Learn from expert instructors and train hands-on using industry-standard equipment as you master plant identification, technical and graphic skills, sustainable plant care methods and creative problem solving.
  • Earn your Wisconsin Commercial Pesticide certification upon completion of the one-year program, showcasing your expertise and knowledge.
  • Beautify our community with the skills you’ve learned by earning your Greenhouse Operations associate degree. No matter what career path you choose, you’ll begin a rewarding career working with nature in a greenhouse, garden center or nursery.
Program Credits
60
LOCATION
Kenosha Campus
Financial Aid Eligible
Yes
ESTIMATED PROGRAM COST
Tuition & Fees: $11,288
Books and Supplies: $4,953
Start Dates
Fall
Salary Outlook
$59,800
Career Opportunities:
Lead Grower, Greenhouse, Nursery Production Manager, Hydroponics or Aquaponics, Specialist Planning & Production Specialist, Horticulturist

Greenhouse Operations Career Pathway

Career Pathways are designed to help you reach your educational goals and explore college and career options. Pathways are made up of related certificates, diplomas and degrees that build on common skills and knowledge. You can begin at any point on the Career Pathway and customize your pathway to fit your goals. View the pathway for your area of interest.

There are many opportunities, both in high school and through previous college, work, and/or military experience, to earn credit for prior learning at Gateway.

Certificates include a streamlined set of courses in a specific program area, providing a set of industry-recognized skills preparing students for entry-level employment. Certificate opportunities in this pathway include:

Horticulture Basics

Technical diplomas help students learn hands-on occupational skills in as little as one or two years for full-time students. Technical diploma opportunities in this pathway include:

Horticulture Technician

Associate degrees are typically completed in two years by full-time students and combine hands-on technical skills with general education. Associate degree opportunities in this pathway include:

Greenhouse Operations

Prepare to enter your exciting new career, or choose to continue your education with another Gateway program or by transferring your credits to a four-year college or university.