P O R T E R C O U N T Y
CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION
1005 NORTH FRANKLIN STREET, VALPARAISO, INDIANA 46383
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, CALL DEB, KELLI, KATE,
OR JON IN THE CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION OFFICE 219-531-3170
Landscape Design - Plant Science
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and designing landscapes, then this is the career and technical program for you. An onsite
greenhouse will give you hands on experience in areas of plant production, installation, marketing,
and management of landscape plants and products. You will also learn to use Pro Landscape,
the latest CAD software program to create landscape designs. You will enjoy extended field trips
several times a month to explore all career areas and apply newly learned skills in landscape design
and plant science. Students can receive a Core 40 and Academic Honors Diploma Science credit for
plant science in this program. You can also receive dual credit with Vincennes University.
EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
| Purdue University | Vincennes University |
| Ivy Tech Community College | Ball State University |
| Indiana State University | Joliet Junior College |
WAGES
| H.S. and Career & Technical Education Graduate: | $7.25-$10.50/hr. | |
| Additional Technical Training: | $10.50-$19.50/hr. |
Grade 11,12 Credits 6-9