2018 - 2019
Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

Program Title:	Landscape and Horticulture Professional
Career Cluster:	Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources

CCC	
CIP Number	0101060504	
Program Type	College Credit Certificate (CCC)	
Program Length	18 credit hours	
CTSO	Collegiate FFA	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	37-1012- First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers	
CTE Program Resources 	http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml	

Purpose

This certificate program is part of the Landscape and Horticulture Technology AS degree program (1101060502).  

A College Credit Certificate consists of a program of instruction of less than sixty (60) credits of college-level courses, which is part of an AS or AAS degree program and prepares students for entry into employment (Rule 6A-14.030, F.A.C.).

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the landscape and horticulture sector within the Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources career cluster. 

The content includes but is not limited to , instruction pertaining to an understanding of plant physiology and growth, plant nutrition and fertilization, plant classification and identification, pest control, pruning and shaping plants, maintenance of landscape plants and employability and human relations skills.  This program also prepares for certification and licensure as horticulture professional.

See Additional information relevant to Career and Technical Education (CTE) program implementation provided at the end of this document.

Standards

After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:

01.0	Demonstrate an understanding of plant physiology and growth.
02.0	Classify plants.
03.0	Maintain landscape plants.
04.0	Demonstrate employability skills.

2018 – 2019
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Program Title:	Landscape and Horticulture Professional
CIP Number:	0101060504
Program Length:	18 credit hours
SOC Code(s):		37-1012

This certificate program is part of the Landscape and Horticulture Technology AS degree program (1101060500).  At the completion of this program, the student will be able to:
	
01.0	Demonstrate an understanding of plant physiology and growth--The student will be able to:	
01.01	Describe the process of photosynthesis.	
01.02	Identify and describe the functions of all parts of the plant.	
01.03	Describe an asexual reproduction process.	
01.04	Explain the differences between angiosperms and gymnosperms.	
01.05	Identify the differences between woody and herbaceous plants.	
02.0	Classify plants--The student will be able to:	
02.01	Identify and group shade and flowering trees.	
02.02	Identify and group fruit trees and plants.	
02.03	Identify and group annuals, vegetables, and herbs.	
02.04	Identify and group woody ornamentals, vines, and ground covers.	
02.05	Identify and group tropical foliage plants.	
02.06	Identify and group turf and ornamental grasses.	
03.0	Fertilize plants--The student will be able to:	
03.01	Evaluate influences of nutrients on plant growth.	
03.02	Apply fertilizers, using appropriate methods (dry, liquid, slow-release, injection, etc.).	
03.03	Demonstrate proper handling and storage of fertilizers, observing safety precautions.	
04.0	Manage a pest-control program--The student will be able to:	
04.01	Develop an integrated pest management program or schedule.	
04.02	Train employees in the safe use of pesticides.	
05.0	Prune and shape plants--The student will be able to:	
05.01	Train employees in pruning techniques.	
05.02	Identify and use tools for pruning.	
05.03	Prune plants to achieve desired growth.	
05.04	Demonstrate sanitation and safety practices when pruning.	
06.0	Demonstrate employability skills--The student will be able to:	
06.01	Conduct a job search.	
06.02	Secure information about a job.	
06.03	Identify documents that may be required when applying for a job.	
06.04	Complete a job application form.	
06.05	Demonstrate competency in job interview techniques.	
06.06	Identify or demonstrate appropriate responses to criticism from employer, supervisor, or other person.	
06.07	Identify acceptable work habits.	
06.08	Demonstrate knowledge of how to make job changes.	
06.09	Demonstrate acceptable employee health habits.	
07.0	Maintain landscape plants--The student will be able to:	
07.01	Determine water requirements and apply at proper rates.	
07.02	Identify weeds and apply herbicides safely.	
07.03	Determine fertilization requirements and apply at proper rates.	
07.04	Identify plant pest problems and apply corrective measures.	
07.05	Regulate the growth of landscape plants through chemical or mechanical needs.	
07.06	Maintain turf viability (mow at proper height and frequency, aerate, edge, clip, and remove trash).	
07.07	Cultivate and mulch plants.	
07.08	Brace and repair trees.	

Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory investigations that include scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, emerging technologies, tools and equipment, as well as, experimental, quality, and safety procedures are an integral part of this career and technical program/course. Laboratory investigations benefit all students by developing an understanding of the complexity and ambiguity of empirical work, as well as the skills required to manage, operate, calibrate and troubleshoot equipment/tools used to make observations. Students understand measurement error; and have the skills to aggregate, interpret, and present the resulting data. Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on experiences for students.

Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)

Collegiate FFA is the intercurricular career and technical student organization for providing leadership training and reinforcing specific career and technical skills.  Career and Technical Student Organizations provide activities for students as an integral part of the instruction offered.  

Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities to meet individual needs and ensure equal access. Postsecondary students with disabilities must self-identify, present documentation, request accommodations if needed, and develop a plan with their counselor and/or instructors. Accommodations received in postsecondary education may differ from those received in secondary education. Accommodations change the way the student is instructed. Students with disabilities may need accommodations in such areas as instructional methods and materials, assignments and assessments, time demands and schedules, learning environment, assistive technology and special communication systems. Documentation of the accommodations requested and provided should be maintained in a confidential file.

Additional Resources

For additional information regarding articulation agreements, Bright Futures Scholarships, Fine Arts/Practical Arts Credit and Equivalent Mathematics and Equally Rigorous Science Courses please refer to:
http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml