Prairie Horticulture
Overview
The Prairie Horticulture program is the first distance horticulture program designed specifically for the prairie provinces. Three western Canadian educational institutions, Assiniboine Community College, the University of Saskatchewan and Olds College, have partnered to develop and deliver this program.
Choose one of four streams of study: fruit and vegetable production, greenhouse crop production, landscaping and arboriculture, or nursery crop production.
If you are:
- someone with a general interest in horticulture;
- an individual looking to diversify your career;
- a student enrolled in an existing horticulture training program; or
- an owner, manager or employee of a horticulture venture;
this program will interest you.
Admissions
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A complete Manitoba Grade 12 or equivalent
English is the language of instruction at Assiniboine. All applicants educated outside of Canada or in a country not on the test exempt list are expected to meet the English language proficiency requirement. See assiniboine.net/elp for more information.
If you don’t meet these admission requirements please visit our adult learning page for more information on assessment of special circumstances.
NEXT STEP
Apply online by visiting the Apply to a Program page. Choose “On-Campus and Distance Education programs for domestic students”. Create an account and select Prairie Horticulture and preferred start date in your program choice.
Once admitted to the program, register for all courses through Assiniboine, your home institution. All courses taken from participating institutions are treated as if they had been taken at Assiniboine. All courses are transferable for credit between the participating institutions. Register now!
Careers & Connections
Careers
The program provides skills and training for owners, managers or employees of horticulture businesses, as well as anyone with an interest in horticulture. Careers in the field of horticulture focus on nursery crop production, landscaping, arboriculture, greenhouse crop production, fruit production and vegetable production.
Connections
Assiniboine Community College has partnered with western Canadian educational institutions, the University of Saskatchewan and Olds College, to develop and deliver the Prairie Horticulture program.
Courses in the program can also be used for certifications with:
Tools & Supplies
Booklist
Click here to view textbooks required for each course (if applicable).
Visit the Bookstore’s website to order textbooks for Assiniboine offered courses. Courses offered by partnering institutions can be ordered directly through the applicable institution.
At-Home Computing
For this program, you are expected to have access to a computer and internet.
Courses & Costs
To graduate with a Prairie Horticulture certificate, students must successfully complete 36 credits comprised of a minimum of 9 courses and maintain an overall weighted average of 60%. Courses can be selected from one of the four specializations and will be transferred to the 'home' institution chose by the student at the time of enrolment.
The minimum passing grade for each course is indicated on the course outline.
2022-23 Term Schedule
Term 1: September 12 – November 18, 2022
Term 2: January 16 – March 24, 2023
Term 3: March 27 – June 2, 2023
View full course list, descriptions & costs
2022-23 Prairie HORTICULTURE OFFERING SCHEDULE
Choose a stream of study
Fruit & Vegetable Production
Required Courses
Select three of the following:
- Horticulture Business Management
- Horticulture Marketing
- Integrated Plant Management
- Safe Work/Pesticides
Plus select two of the following:
Plus an open elective course (if necessary to meet the minimum requirements.
Landscape & Arboriculture
Required Courses
Select three of the following:
- Horticulture Business Management
- Horticulture Marketing
- Integrated Plant Management
- Safe Work/Pesticides
Plus select two of the following:
Greenhouse & Crop Production
Required Courses:
- Applied Botany
- Soils for Horticulture
- Greenhouse Crop Production
- Greenhouse Structure & Environments
- Horticulture Business Management
- Horticulture Marketing
- Integrated Plant Management
- Safe Work/Pesticides
Nursery Crop Production
Required Courses
Select three of the following:
- Basics of Horticulture Business Management
- Basics of Horticulture Marketing
- Integrated Plant Management
- Safe Work/Pesticide Application
Plus select two of the following:
Plus electives from this or other specializations or open electives for a total of eight courses or minimum of 36 credits for graduation
Frequently Asked Questions
I have a university degree, or diploma, do I still have to submit my high school transcript?
Yes.
I am a mature student, do I have to provide transcripts?
Yes, Assiniboine does not have a mature admission category.
Can I take a few Prairie Horticulture courses without applying to the program?
Students must be accepted into the program in order to register for courses. Once accepted, students can choose to take a few courses for personal interest or complete the program for a certificate.
Where can I view Prairie Horticulture courses offered this term?
Click here to view the courses offered this term. To view a full course list, description, and costs, visit https://assiniboine.net/prairie-horticulture-course-information
When is the registration deadline for Prairie Horticulture courses?
Student must register a minimum of 14 days prior to the course start date.
How can I access my academic and financial information?
Students whose home institution is Assiniboine, can access academic information (grades, class schedule and transcript request) and financial information online at My ACC myacc.assiniboine.net
How long do I have to complete the Prairie Horticulture program?
Students have five years to complete the program.
I'm in the Prairie Horticulture program but haven't taken a course in over a year, am I still active in the program?
As noted in Policy A8 Student Evaluation and Progression, students are normally required to complete their program of study within five years. During this period, students must remain active in their program, as defined in Policy A10 – Maintaining Active Student Status.
I've successfully completed the required courses for this program. How do I receive my credential?
Students that have successfully completed all the program requirements can complete an Application to Graduate form and email to registration@assiniboine.net to receive their credential.