College of Applied and Technical Studies
www.kent.edu/cats


About This Program

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Horticulture Technology focuses on the practical skills needed to succeed in the horticulture industry. With flexible scheduling, state-of-the-art facilities and experienced faculty, you'll be prepared for a variety of career opportunities. Enroll now and cultivate your future. Read more...

Contact Information

Program Delivery

  • Delivery:
    • In person
  • Location:
    • Salem campus

Examples of Possible Careers and Salaries*

Farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural managers

  • -6.5% decline
  • 952,300 number of jobs
  • $68,090 potential earnings

First-line supervisors of landscaping, lawn service, and groundskeeping workers

  • 11.4% much faster than the average
  • 170,700 number of jobs
  • $51,010 potential earnings

Landscaping and groundskeeping workers

  • 10.1% much faster than the average
  • 1,188,000 number of jobs
  • $31,730 potential earnings

* Source of occupation titles and labor data comes from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' Occupational Outlook Handbook. Data comprises projected percent change in employment over the next 10 years; nation-wide employment numbers; and the yearly median wage at which half of the workers in the occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less.