
Therapeutic Horticulture Summer Intensive
Fast-track your therapeutic horticulture training.
NYBG’s Therapeutic Horticulture Certificate Program emerges from a health and wellness model of human development, combined with research supporting nature as an effective therapeutic medium. Learn to create experiences that utilize plants, gardening, and nature to empower individuals and groups whose lives have been affected by illnesses, injuries, disabilities, and life circumstances in order to achieve improvements in their cognitive, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
In just three weeks, complete more than 30% of the coursework required for the Certificate and gain a solid understanding of how to utilize plants, gardening, and nature to empower specific individuals and groups. All courses are offered in a condensed format, making it easier than ever to start the Certificate this season!
Classes:
Introduction to Therapeutic Horticulture
Therapeutic Horticulture for Neurological Conditions
Therapeutic Horticulture for Youth with Disabilities
Indoor Plants for Therapeutic Programs
Outdoor Plants for Therapeutic Programs
Two Site Visits
One Specialty Elective
You can either register for the entire Summer Intensive program as a package of 8 classes or sign up for the classes individually, allowing you to continue your Certificate at your own pace.
Schedule:
Tuesday–Saturday, July 11–29, 2023;
Start and end times vary; at NYBG
Tuition:
$2,335 (Member) / $2,565 (Non-Member)
A $1,075 non-refundable deposit is due at registration.
An optional payment schedule is available if requested. No refunds after Monday, June 26.
Questions about the intensive? Email ContinuingEd@nybg.org or call 718.817.8720