Botanical Art and Illustration (BIL1)

	Certificate Requirements	Hrs
BIL 300	Plant Morphology For Botanical Artists	20
BIL 301	Drawing I--Basic	18
BIL 302	Drawing II--Plant	15
BIL 303	Drawing III: Flowers	18
BIL 391	Practical Aspects	18
BIL 400	Pen and Ink I--Techniques	9
BIL 401	Pen and Ink II	18
BIL 331	Botanical Watercolor I: Techniques	12
BIL 332	Botanical Watercolor II--Painting	18
BIL 415	Colored Pencil I: Techniques	15
BIL 416	Colored Pencil II: Applications	18
	Certificate Electives Other electives may be offered in future catalogs	Hrs
BIL 305	The History of Botanical Art	12
BIL 317	Drawing Nature's Bounty: Selections from the Farmers Market	12
BIL 423	The Basics for Enhancing your Art	12
BIL 523	The Art of Painting Ferns in Watercolor	12
BIL 319	Colored Pencil Recipes: Spring and Summer Colors	12
BIL 324	Orchid Morph	5
BIL 333	Botanical Watercolor III: Advanced Painting	18
BIL 485	Gilding on Paper	72
BIL 410	Light on Form	6
BIL 411	Light on Form in Color	6
BIL 421	The Art of Composition	18
BIL 425	Drawing Flowers with Colored Pencil	12
BIL 430	Hand Lettering for Artists	12
BIL 436	Drawing Trees	11
BIL 437	Seasonal Highlights	11
BIL 496	Monthly Critiques BIL Projects	3
BIL 363	Back by Popular Demand! Drawing Conifers	5
BIL 328	BIL328	4
BIL 348	Acrylic Painting - Botanical and Natural History Subjects	18

Natural Science Illustration (BIL2)

	Certificate Requirements	Hrs
BIL 301	Drawing I--Basic	18
BIL 302	Drawing II--Plant	15
BIL 309	Drawing Natural Science	17
BIL 320	World Biomes	15
BIL 391	Practical Aspects	18
BIL 400	Pen and Ink I--Techniques	9
BIL 401	Pen and Ink II	18
BIL 331	Botanical Watercolor I: Techniques	12
BIL 332	Botanical Watercolor II--Painting	18
BIL 415	Colored Pencil I: Techniques	15
BIL 416	Colored Pencil II: Applications	18
BIL 421	The Art of Composition	18
BIL 484	Special Effects for natural Science Subjects	18
	Certificate Electives Other electives may be offered in future catalogs	Hrs
BIL 305	The History of Botanical Art	12
BIL 317	Drawing Nature's Bounty: Selections from the Farmers Market	12
BIL 423	The Basics for Enhancing your Art	12
BIL 333	Botanical Watercolor III: Advanced Painting	18
BIL 485	Gilding on Paper	72
BIL 407	Illustrating Nature's Design in Graphite	15
BIL 410	Light on Form	6
BIL 411	Light on Form in Color	6
BIL 430	Hand Lettering for Artists	12
BIL 436	Drawing Trees	11
BIL 437	Seasonal Highlights	11
BIL 496	Monthly Critiques BIL Projects	3
BIL 468	Painting Iridescence: Birds	20
BIL 452	Mammal Anatomy	6
BIL 346	Drawing Mammals in Graphite	18
BIL 348	Acrylic Painting - Botanical and Natural History Subjects	18

Botany (BOT1)

	Certificate Requirements	Hrs
BOT 311	Revised: Aromatherapy II	9
BOT 315	Botany I: Basic Concepts	20
BOT 316	Botany II: Plant Physiology	20
BOT 317	Botany III	24
BOT 331	Native Flora in Autumn	12
BOT 332	Native Flora in Winter	12
BOT 333	Native Flora in Spring	12
BOT 334	Native Flora in Summer	12
BOT 375	Identifying Woody Plants: Dendrology	15
BOT 376	Herbaceous Plant Identification	15
	Certificate Electives Other electives may be offered in future catalogs	Hrs
BOT 321	Ecology: The Wetland Habitat	12
BOT 326	Ecology: The Living Forest	12
BOT 461	Field Botany	12
BOT 375	Identifying Woody Plants: Dendrology	15
BOT 319	Grasses, Sedges, and Rushes	4
BOT 335	Field Botany	16
GAR 360	Botanical Latin	8
BOT 361	Mushroom Mania	12
BOT 381	Collection & Preservation of Specimens	12
BOT 384	Morphology & Identification of Ferns	9
BOT 431	Morphology of Flowering Plants	15
BOT 433	Advanced Systematic Botany	12
BOT 463	Understanding Algae	12
BOT 387	Paleoecology: Ecosystems of the Past	12
BOT 346	Nature's Pharmacy	4
BOT 359	Cultural Antropology: A Primer for Ethnobotany	18
BOT 399	General Genetics	12
BOT 432	Systematic Botany	14
BOT 470	Medical Botany	10

Floral Design (FLO)

	Certificate Requirements	Hrs
FLO 301	Basic Centerpieces	16
FLO 302	Basic Wedding	16
FLO 303	Sympathy Design	16
FLO 311	Essential Floral Techniques	8
FLO 312	Practical Planning for Designers	6
FLO 313	Plant Care Techniques	4
FLO 315	Shopping the New York Market	4
FLO 330	The Language of Color	6
	Certificate Electives Other electives may be offered in future catalogs	Hrs
FLO 332	Flower Identification	6
FLO 334	Ribbons and Bows	4
FLO 345	Care and Conditioning	6
FLO 371	Dried Flower Arranging I	8
FLO 376	Arranging with Silk Flowers	8
FLO 401	Intermediate Floral Arrangements	8
FLO 422	Flower Arranging in Glass	8
FLO 485	Your Design: Creativity and Choice	6
FLO 304	Topiaries	5
FLO 307	Hydrangea Happenings	3
FLO 314	Green Magic	3
FLO 511	Ooh-Ree Floral Design	4
FLO 353	Holiday Greens Workshop	12
FLO 382	Spring Arrives Early	4
FLO 391	Exotic Contemporary Design	4
FLO 505	Table Decoration	4
FLO 402	Trend Setting Floral Decorating Styles	4
FLO 403	Valentine's Day	4
FLO 404	Holiday Elegance: Entertaining City Style	4
FLO 423	Everlasting Holiday Design	4
FLO 447	Ikebana with Orchids	6
FLO 508	Winter Holiday Table Decorations	4
FLO 318	Spring Bulb Gardens	4
FLO 328	Winter Bulb Gardens: Bold and Beautiful!	4
FLO 338	Simple Flowers	3
FLO 343	Modern Trends in Glass	4
FLO 344	Inspired By Nature	4
FLO 373	Flower Arranging with Store-Bought Bouquets	4
FLO 365	Fifteen-Minute Flower Arranging Ideas	4

Gardening (GAR1)

	Certificate Requirements	Hrs
GAR 301	Fundamentals of Gardening I	12
GAR 302	Soil Science for Gardeners	12
GAR 311	Introduction to Plant Propagation	15
GAR 322	Insect ID for Gardeners	9
GAR 324	Disease ID for Gardeners	9
GAR 341	Flower Gardening I	12
HRT 358	Plants for Landscaping	16
GAR 401	Fundamentals of Gardening II	13
GAR 420	Pruning for Gardeners	12
GAR 430	Fruit Gardening	10
GAR 431	Vegetable Gardening	12
	Certificate Electives Other electives may be offered in future catalogs	Hrs

Environmental Gardening Certificate (GAR2)

	Certificate Requirements	Hrs
GAR 301	Fundamentals of Gardening I	12
GAR 302	Soil Science for Gardeners	12
GAR 308	Organic Gardening and Ecological Landscaping: The Natural Approach	16
GAR 311	Introduction to Plant Propagation	15
GAR 315	Gardening with Native Plants	18
GAR 323	Organic Flower Gardening & Pest Control	6
GAR 362	Introduction to Permaculture	12
GAR 420	Pruning for Gardeners	12
GAR 430	Fruit Gardening	10
GAR 431	Vegetable Gardening	12
GAR 444	Waterscaping	9
	Certificate Electives Other electives may be offered in future catalogs	Hrs
GAR 303	Sustainable Gardening Techniques	9
GAR 342	Flower Gardening II: Ornamental Garden Design	12
GAR 344	Herbs, Herb Gardens,and Herbalism	8
GAR 440	Landscape Care and Maintenance	12

Plant Production (HRT1)

	Total Hours	176
	Certificate Requirements	Hrs
HRT 300	Introduction to Plant Science	16
HRT 301	Soil Science I	18
HRT 302	Soil Science II	16
HRT 312	Horticultural Techniques: Greenhouse Practices	18
HRT 380	Integrated Pest Management	12
HRT 381	Insect Pests of Ornamental Plants	15
HRT 411	Plant Propagation I: Basic Principles	18
HRT 412	Plant Propagation II--Commercial Applications	18
HRT 481	Disease ID	15
HRT 511	Commercial Greenhouse Management	15
HRT 512	Nursery Management	15
	Certificate Electives Other electives may be offered in future catalogs	Hrs

Sustainable Landscape Management (HRT2)

	Total Hours	226
	Certificate Requirements	Hrs
HRT 300	Introduction to Plant Science	16
HRT 301	Soil Science I	18
HRT 302	Soil Science II	16
HRT 306	Weed Identification and Management	18
HRT 311	Horticultural Techniques: Landscape Gardening	18
HRT 321	Pruning Principles and Practices	15
HRT 323	Basic Design and Installation of Irrigation Systems	12
HRT 335	Grounds Management	12
HRT 349	Starting a Small Landscape Design Business	10
HRT 380	Integrated Pest Management	12
LAN 380	Estimating	9
HRT 381	Insect Pests of Ornamental Plants	15
HRT 384	Green Technology	15
HRT 421	Turf Management	14
HRT 422	Tree Management	14
HRT 481	Disease ID	15
	Certificate Electives Other electives may be offered in future catalogs	Hrs

Arboriculture (HRT3)

	Total Hours	202
	Certificate Requirements	Hrs
HRT 300	Introduction to Plant Science	16
HRT 301	Soil Science I	18
HRT 302	Soil Science II	16
HRT 304	Introduction to Tree Climbing	15
HRT 308	Chainsaw, Use, Safety and Maintenance	6
HRT 321	Pruning Principles and Practices	15
HRT 331	Ornamental Woody Plants: Fall Trees and Shrubs	12
HRT 333	Ornamental Woody Plants: Conifers	12
HRT 334	Ornamental Woody Plants: Spring Trees and Shrubs	12
HRT 380	Integrated Pest Management	12
HRT 381	Insect Pests of Ornamental Plants	15
HRT 422	Tree Management	14
HRT 426	Tree Structure, Assessment and Protection during Construction	12
HRT 440	Winter Tree Identification	12
HRT 481	Disease ID	15
	Certificate Electives Other electives may be offered in future catalogs	Hrs

Ornamental Garden Design (HRT4)

	Total Hours	205
	Certificate Requirements	Hrs
HRT 300	Introduction to Plant Science	16
HRT 301	Soil Science I	18
LAN 301	Landscape Design History	20
LAN 311	Graphics I	24
HRT 332	Ornamental Woody Plants: Broadleaved Evergreens	8
HRT 334	Ornamental Woody Plants: Spring Trees and Shrubs	12
HRT 336	Ornamental Herbaceous Plants	9
HRT 337	Ornamental Herbaceous Plants: Summer and Fall Perennials	9
HRT 340	Ornamental Grasses	9
HRT 341	Ornamental Herbaceous Plants: Annuals	8
HRT 342	Ornamental Herbaceous Plants: Bulbs	12
HRT 344	Garden Maintenance	8
HRT 358	Plants for Landscaping	16
HRT 361	Ornamental Tropical Plants	15
HRT 403	Color: Sequence and Complement	6
HRT 551	Ornamental Garden Design	15
	Certificate Electives Other electives may be offered in future catalogs	Hrs

Landscape Design (LAN)

	Total Hours	360
	Certificate Requirements	Hrs
LAN 301	Landscape Design History	20
LAN 311	Graphics I	24
HRT 358	Plants for Landscaping	16
HRT 331	Ornamental Woody Plants: Fall Trees and Shrubs	12
HRT 334	Ornamental Woody Plants: Spring Trees and Shrubs	12
LAN 401	Landscape Design I--Site Analysis and Schematic Design	24
LAN 402	Landscape Design II--Design Development	24
LAN 403	Landscape Design III--Planting Design	24
LAN 411	Graphics II	24
LAN 417	Graphics III	24
LAN 421	Grading	24
LAN 422	Site Detailing	24
LAN 485	Professional Practice for Landscape Designers	12
LAN 520	Landscape Design IV: Design and Construction	33
LAN 540	Landscape Design V: Design Studio	24
LAN 340	Landscape Measurement	9
LAN 380	Estimating	9
LAN 425	Drainage	12
LAN 428	Sustainable Landscapes	9
	Certificate Electives Other electives may be offered in future catalogs	Hrs

Horticultural Therapy Certificate (THR1)

	Total Hours	189
	Certificate Requirements	Hrs
THR 301	Introduction to Horticultural Therapy	15
THR 330	Activities Analysis for the Horticultural Therapist	15
THR 401	HT for Aging Population	15
THR 402	Horticultural Therapy for Exceptional Youth	15
THR 403	HT for patients with Physical Disabilities	15
THR 404	Horticultural Therapy in Behavioral Health Settings	15
THR 405	Horticultural Therapy Program Management	15
THR 406	Horticultural Therapy Methods and Materials	15
THR 430	Garden Design for Special Populations	15
HRT 300	Introduction to Plant Science	16
HRT 411	Plant Propagation I: Basic Principles	18
GAR 301	Fundamentals of Gardening I	12
	Certificate Electives Other electives may be offered in future catalogs	Hrs

Certificate Requirement, Classroom Hours: 16

Creating even the simplest floral arrangements requires an understanding of the elements and principles of design and harmony, in addition to the conditioning of flowers and actual construction techniques. With little or no experience, you can master these basics through this series of lectures, demonstrations, workshops, and personal critiques. A materials fee of $175 is due upon registration. Please bring lunch to classes meeting all day.

Basic Centerpieces and Arrangements is a prerequisite for most FLO 300-500 floral arrangement courses. We suggest you enroll in Essential Floral Techniques-FLO 311 and Care and Conditioning-FLO 345 early on in the program.

Materials List:

Florist knife, wire cutter, scissors or other cutting utensil, a camera, and a box or bag to carry home your work.
We kindly ask that you assist during and at the end of class discarding unused plant materials. Thank you

Materials List:

Florist knife, wire cutter, scissors or other cutting utensil, a camera, and a box or bag to carry home your work.

Florist knife, wire cutter, scissors or other cutting utensil, a camera, and a box or bag to carry home your work.

Certificate Requirement, Classroom Hours: 16

Flowers play a crucial role in creating the atmosphere for a wedding. Learn the elements of effective floral wedding design: styling and construction of bridal bouquets and corsages, altar and pew arrangements, and table centerpieces. A materials fee of $200 is due upon registration. Please bring lunch to classes meeting all day. Students may be enrolled simultaneously in FLO 301 and FLO 302.

Materials List:

Florist knife, wire cutter, scissors or other cutting utensil, a camera, and a box or bag to carry home your work.

Materials List:

Florist knife, wire cutter, scissors or other cutting utensil, a camera, and a box or bag to carry home your work.
We kindly ask that you assist during and at the end of class discarding unused plant materials. Thank you

Florist knife, wire cutter, scissors or other cutting utensil, a camera, and a box or bag to carry home your work.

Certificate Requirement, Classroom Hours: 16

Sympathy arrangements are not a floral designer's easiest job. There are details to be discussed with a bereaved family, special etiquette to be observed, and unlimited excellent designs that make a statement of final tribute. Construction and mechanics of funeral baskets, casket sprays, wall sprays, set pieces, and inside-the-casket designs are emphasized. A materials fee of $250 is due upon registration. Please bring lunch to classes meeting all day.

This course has pre-requisites:
          FLO301

Materials List:

Florist knife, wire cutter, scissors or other cutting utensil, a camera, and a box or bag to carry home your work.

Florist knife, wire cutter, scissors or other cutting utensil, a camera, and a box or bag to carry home your work.

Certificate Elective, Classroom Hours: 5

For centuries the topiary form has been seen in gardens in America and Europe. Today, the topiary is a part of many interior home designs. Learn the mechanics and complete two designs, each featuring dried materials, and fresh fruit. A materials fee of $125 is due upon registration. Please bring lunch.

Florist knife, wire cutter, scissors or other cutting utensil, a camera, and a box or bag to carry home your work.

Certificate Elective, Classroom Hours: 3

Hydrangeas are large, easy-to-handle, durable flowers that lend themselves to drying. They can be used in a variety of design techniques. Students create arrangements with hydrangeas as the sole flower or arrangements where hydrangeas are mixed with other seasonal flowers. A materials fee of $40 is due upon registration.

Certificate Requirement, Classroom Hours: 8

Gain an understanding of the primary information needed as a florist. Included are the mechanics of wiring and taping; anchoring floral foams; product identification; cleaning, care, and identification of common and uncommon flowers; wrapping and packaging flowers for sale and delivery; and the florists' "chain of life." A materials fee of $100 is due upon registration. Please bring lunch.

Florist knife, wire cutter, scissors or other cutting utensil, a camera, and a box or bag to carry home your work.

Certificate Requirement, Classroom Hours: 6

Learn how to identify and locate the materials, tools, and supplies required to function as a floral designer and how to deal with suppliers and schedules. Explore the planning and organizational skills needed to excel as a designer. A materials fee of $75 is due upon registration. Please bring lunch to classes meeting all day.

Certificate Requirement, Classroom Hours: 4

Horticultural practices essential for proper maintenance of interior plantings are presented in this course designed for anyone who cares for indoor plants. Topics include trimming, pruning, cleaning of foliage and flowering plants, testing for soil quality and compaction, root problems, insects, tools and equipment for watering and cosmetic care, and monitoring the plant's environment.

Certificate Elective, Classroom Hours: 3

Focus on the color green while exploring the latest trends in foliage and flowers and basic principles of floral design. Experiment with acid green, emerald green, variegated and silver-blue green in demonstration, discussion, and hands-on designing. See how green acts as a color control to create signature floral styles. Leave class with two creations of your own. A materials fee of $70 is due upon registration.

Florist knife, wire cutter, scissors or other cutting utensil, a camera, and a box or bag to carry home your work.

Certificate Requirement, Classroom Hours: 4

See flowers firsthand in the heart of the New York Flower Market under the guidance of a floral designer and retail shop owner. Meeting location at the flower market is included in your confirmation letter. Lunch not included. Dress for the weather.

This course has pre-requisites:
          FLO301

Certificate Elective, Classroom Hours: 4

Usher in the spring season by creating an indoor garden of beautiful flowering bulbs. Explore the many possible combinations of bulbs with other plants and accessories to create a unique and personal display. Be prepared to roll up your sleeves, "dig in the dirt" and design your own take-home springtime garden. Please bring a pair of scissors, pruning shears, and if possible a container for your garden. A materials fee of $75.00 is due upon registration. Please bring lunch.

Florist knife, wire cutter, scissors or other cutting utensil, a camera, and a box or bag to carry home your work.

Usher in the holiday season with an indoor garden of beautiful flowering plants. Combine colorful winter bulbs such as Amaryllis and paperwhites with botanicals, seasonal accessories, and verdant foliage for long-lasting winter beauty! Explore various combinations of materials to create a unique arrangement, perfect for a holiday gift or your own enjoyment. A materials fee of $70 is due upon registration. Please bring lunch, scissors, pruning shears, and a container for your garden.

Florist knife, wire cutter, scissors or other cutting utensil, a camera, and a box or bag to carry home your work.

Certificate Requirement, Classroom Hours: 4

There are so many types of flowers, species, and varieties. Learn the flower classifications: form flowers, line flowers, fillers, etc., and become familiar with the great diversity available from around the world. See interesting new species and learn about some exciting new varieties of old favorites. Topics include special handling needs of many flower types. Take home an assortment of floral materials, including tropicals, orchids, wildflower fillers, and roses. A materials fee of $80 is due upon registration. Please bring lunch.

Florist knife, wire cutter, scissors or other cutting utensil, a camera, and a box or bag to carry home your work.

Florist knife, wire cutter, scissors or other cutting utensil, a camera, and a box or bag to carry home your work.

Certificate Requirement, Classroom Hours: 4

Learn to use ribbon creatively in this hands-on workshop that focuses on the many styles of bows and the manipulation of fabric to enhance floral designs. There are almost as many styles of bows as there are flowers. A materials fee of $40 is due upon registration. Please bring lunch to classes meeting all day.

Florist knife, wire cutter, scissors or other cutting utensil, a camera, and a box or bag to carry home your work.

Florist knife, wire cutter, scissors or other cutting utensil, a camera, and a box or bag to carry home your work.

Some of the most stunning floral designs comprise only a few stems of one flower type or specific style. Learn basic floral design with simple arrangements that are chic and attractive. Create arrangements with modern style and beauty at an affordable price through demonstrations, discussion, and hands-on designing techniques. A materials fee of $60 is due upon registration.

Basic floral design techniques are explored using glass containers in a modern and fashionable way. Learn the art of submerging and floating flowers and other trend-setting procedures while using the latest glass container shapes and sizes through demonstrations and hands-on practice, resulting in three finished designs. A materials fee of $80 is due upon registration.

Florist knife, wire cutter, scissors or other cutting utensil, a camera, and a box or bag to carry home your work.

Discover floral design inspired by the colors and landscape features of the season. Learn to create compositions with a natural feel, featuring branches, mosses, pods, dried fruit, and fresh seasonal flowers. A materials fee of $60 is due upon registration.

Certificate Requirement, Classroom Hours: 6

Proper conditioning and care are critical for the life of your floral creations. Much research has been done in the floral trade to help ensure longer flower life. Learn techniques and hints for conditioning and caring for a variety of flowers. Create a hand-tied bouquet to take home. A materials fee of $60 is due upon registration. Please bring lunch.

Florist knife, wire cutter, scissors or other cutting utensil, a camera, and a box or bag to carry home your work.

Certificate Elective, Classroom Hours: 6

Learn to create aromatic, long-lasting door decorations and table centerpieces from fresh greens (pine, fir, boxwood, cedar, juniper, and arborvitae) festooned with ribbons and bows to brighten your home for the holidays. A materials fee of $100 is due upon registration. Please bring lunch to classes meeting all day. Students interested in this course may also be interested in our holiday crafts courses.

Florist knife, wire cutter, scissors or other cutting utensil, a camera, and a box or bag to carry home your work.

Florist knife, wire cutter, scissors or other cutting utensil, a camera, and a box or bag to carry home your work.

We kindly ask that you assist during and at the end of class discarding unused plant materials. Thank you

Certificate Requirement, Classroom Hours: 8

Explore the basic techniques of arranging and handling dried flowers. Learn how to arrange these flowers in attractive, natural combinations. Create lush formal designs using rich assortments of silk and dried flowers, fruits, and pods. A materials fee of $185 is due upon registration. Please bring lunch.

This course has pre-requisites:
          FLO301

Florist knife, wire cutter, scissors or other cutting utensil, a camera, and a box or bag to carry home your work.

Make your own professional-style arrangements with economical store-bought bouquets. Using simple design principles and fresh flowers from European-style displays in your grocery store, learn how to use design elements to create elegantly simple arrangements. Please bring a floral knife and a small box for your finished arrangement. A materials fee of $60 is due upon registration.

Florist knife, wire cutter, scissors or other cutting utensil, a camera, and a box or bag to carry home your work.

We kindly ask that you assist during and at the end of class discarding unused plant materials. Thank you