Horticultural Therapy Certificate Classes
The NYBG Horticultural Therapy Certificate Program helps students begin or advance their careers through an in-depth exploration of skills and innovative methods using plants and the growing environment to heal and rehabilitate people.
Click here for an overview of the required courses and site visits.
March
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This
course
is
also
required
for
the
Horticultural
Therapy
Certificate.
Explore
the
basic
principles
underlying
successful,
environmentally
friendly
gardening,
including
the
structure
and
physiological
processes
of
plants
and
their
relationships
to
the
settings
in
which
they
grow.
Students
more...
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203GAR301E
|
03/02
|
Mo
|
6:00pm-9:00pm
|
Grossman
|
MDTN
|
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203GAR301F
|
03/07
|
Sa
|
10:00am-1:00pm
|
Ruggiero
|
NYBG
|
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Gardens
can
be
catalysts
for
learning,
health,
inclusion,
and
therapy.
Gain
the
knowledge,
expertise,
and
tools
to
create,
renovate,
and
evaluate
both
interior
and
exterior
spaces
to
ensure
effective
gardens.
Learn
the
latest
research
in
health
care
garden
design,
common
more...
|
|
203THR408
|
03/11
|
We
|
6:00pm-9:00pm
|
Minich
|
MDTN
|
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Visit
a
720-bed
chronic
and
long-term
care
facility
that
serves
geriatric
patients,
patients
with
AIDS,
Alzheimer's
disease,
dementia,
Huntington's
disease,
and
patients
on
short-term
rehabilitation.
Students
will
accompany
the
horticultural
therapist
on
rounds
to
a
variety
of
units.
Travel
directions
more...
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203THR528
|
03/24
|
Tu
|
10:30am-2:30pm
|
Arabian
|
OFS
|
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Designed
for
students
who
want
a
user–friendly
introduction
to
plant
science,
this
course
surveys
the
major
groups
of
plants—flowering
plants,
conifers,
ferns,
and
bryophytes—focusing
on
plant
form
and
structure.
Learn
about
the
relationships
between
appearance
and
function,
ecology,
systematics,
and
more...
|
|
203HRT300A
|
03/25
|
We
|
10:00am-12:40pm
|
Grossman
|
NYBG
|
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Explore
the
plant-people
relationships
and
scientific
research
that
are
the
foundations
of
horticultural
therapy.
Learn
about
current
programs
that
utilize
horticultural
therapy
and
the
benefits
of
using
plants
and
plant-related
activities
to
reach
cognitive,
physical,
psychological,
and
social
goals
for
more...
|
|
203THR301C
|
03/28
|
Sa
|
10:00am-3:30pm
|
Meore
|
NYBG
|
|
|
|
|
This
course
is
also
required
for
the
Horticultural
Therapy
Certificate.
Explore
the
basic
principles
underlying
successful,
environmentally
friendly
gardening,
including
the
structure
and
physiological
processes
of
plants
and
their
relationships
to
the
settings
in
which
they
grow.
Students
more...
|
|
204GAR301A
|
03/31
|
Tu
|
6:00pm-9:00pm
|
Grossman
|
MDTN
|
April
|
|
|
|
Designed
for
students
who
want
a
user–friendly
introduction
to
plant
science,
this
course
surveys
the
major
groups
of
plants—flowering
plants,
conifers,
ferns,
and
bryophytes—focusing
on
plant
form
and
structure.
Learn
about
the
relationships
between
appearance
and
function,
ecology,
systematics,
and
more...
|
|
204HRT300B
|
04/05
|
Su
|
10:00am-12:40pm
|
Alvarez
|
NYBG
|
|
|
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Learn
the
principles
and
techniques
of
plant
propagation
by
seed
and
cuttings.
Explore
the
basics
of
sexual
and
asexual
propagation,
with
attention
to
fruit
development,
seedling
production,
root
initiation,
stem
and
leaf
cuttings,
and
layering.
Materials
included.
Prerequisite:
Introduction
to
more...
|
|
204HRT411A
|
04/13
|
Mo
|
6:00pm-9:00pm
|
Ruggiero
|
NYBG
|
|
|
|
|
This
course
is
also
required
for
the
Horticultural
Therapy
Certificate.
Explore
the
basic
principles
underlying
successful,
environmentally
friendly
gardening,
including
the
structure
and
physiological
processes
of
plants
and
their
relationships
to
the
settings
in
which
they
grow.
Students
more...
|
|
204GAR301B
|
04/14
|
Tu
|
10:00am-1:00pm
|
Ruggiero
|
NCNC
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Located
in
Paramus,
New
Jersey,
Bergen
New
Bridge
Medical
Center,
the
third
largest
public
hospital
in
the
US.
Its
horticultural
therapy
program
is
over
25
years
old.
Tour
the
greenhouse
where
residents
of
all
ages
propagate
and
maintain
plants,
and
more...
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204THR531
|
04/14
|
Tu
|
10:30am-2:30pm
|
Toth
|
OFS
|
|
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Evaluate
tools,
equipment,
structures,
and
techniques
used
by
participants
in
horticultural
therapy
activities.
Design
and
construct
adaptive
tools
and
assistive
devices
through
problem-solving
activities.
Expand
your
plant-selecting
skills
for
specific
therapeutic
programming
needs
as
you
explore
the
collections
and
gardens
more...
|
|
204THR406
|
04/15
|
We
|
5:30pm-8:45pm
|
D'Amico
Beirne
|
NYBG
|
|
|
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Designed
for
students
who
want
a
user–friendly
introduction
to
plant
science,
this
course
surveys
the
major
groups
of
plants—flowering
plants,
conifers,
ferns,
and
bryophytes—focusing
on
plant
form
and
structure.
Learn
about
the
relationships
between
appearance
and
function,
ecology,
systematics,
and
more...
|
|
204HRT300C
|
04/18
|
Sa
|
10:00am-12:40pm
|
Day
|
MDTN
|
May
|
|
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Learn
how
to
design
and
implement
a
horticultural
therapy
program
in
the
private
or
public
sector.
Gain
skills
in
developing
program
proposals,
writing
protocols,
establishing
evaluation
methods
and
record-keeping
policies,
and
managing
staff
and
volunteers.
Topics
in
business
practices
will
more...
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204THR409
|
05/02
|
Sa
|
10:00am-3:30pm
|
Czarnecki
|
NYBG
|
|
|
|
|
Designed
for
students
who
want
a
user–friendly
introduction
to
plant
science,
this
course
surveys
the
major
groups
of
plants—flowering
plants,
conifers,
ferns,
and
bryophytes—focusing
on
plant
form
and
structure.
Learn
about
the
relationships
between
appearance
and
function,
ecology,
systematics,
and
more...
|
|
204HRT300D
|
05/04
|
Mo
|
6:00pm-8:40pm
|
Grossman
|
MDTN
|
|
|
|
|
This
course
is
also
required
for
the
Horticultural
Therapy
Certificate.
Explore
the
basic
principles
underlying
successful,
environmentally
friendly
gardening,
including
the
structure
and
physiological
processes
of
plants
and
their
relationships
to
the
settings
in
which
they
grow.
Students
more...
|
|
204GAR301C
|
05/07
|
Th
|
10:00am-1:00pm
|
Beyers
|
NYBG
|
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As
a
leader
in
services
for
older
adults,
Parker
Health
Group
"makes
aging
part
of
life"
by
using
a
person-centered
approach.
Observe
Eden
Alternative
principles
in
action
as
you
tour
Parker's
assisted
living
and
long-term
residential
care
facilities
in
New
more...
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204THR516
|
05/18
|
Mo
|
9:30am-2:30pm
|
Shahay
|
OFS
|
|
|
|
|
Explore
the
plant-people
relationships
and
scientific
research
that
are
the
foundations
of
horticultural
therapy.
Learn
about
current
programs
that
utilize
horticultural
therapy
and
the
benefits
of
using
plants
and
plant-related
activities
to
reach
cognitive,
physical,
psychological,
and
social
goals
for
more...
|
|
204THR301B
|
05/30
|
Sa
|
10:00am-3:30pm
|
Wichrowski
|
MDTN
|
June
|
|
|
|
Designed
for
students
who
want
a
user–friendly
introduction
to
plant
science,
this
course
surveys
the
major
groups
of
plants—flowering
plants,
conifers,
ferns,
and
bryophytes—focusing
on
plant
form
and
structure.
Learn
about
the
relationships
between
appearance
and
function,
ecology,
systematics,
and
more...
|
|
204HRT300E
|
06/02
|
Tu
|
10:00am-12:40pm
|
Grossman
|
NYBG
|
|
|
|
|
This
course
is
also
required
for
the
Horticultural
Therapy
Certificate.
Explore
the
basic
principles
underlying
successful,
environmentally
friendly
gardening,
including
the
structure
and
physiological
processes
of
plants
and
their
relationships
to
the
settings
in
which
they
grow.
Students
more...
|
|
204GAR301D
|
06/06
|
Sa
|
10:30am-3:00pm
|
Marsh
|
NYBG
|
|
|
|
|
Explore
the
plant-people
relationships
and
scientific
research
that
are
the
foundations
of
horticultural
therapy.
Learn
about
current
programs
that
utilize
horticultural
therapy
and
the
benefits
of
using
plants
and
plant-related
activities
to
reach
cognitive,
physical,
psychological,
and
social
goals
for
more...
|
|
204RMCHTHR301
|
06/06
|
Sa
|
10:00am-3:30pm
|
|
NYBG
|
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204THR301A
|
06/09
|
Tu
|
10:00am-3:30pm
|
Meore
|
NYBG
|
|
|
|
|
Explore
the
plant-people
relationships
and
scientific
research
that
are
the
foundations
of
horticultural
therapy.
Learn
about
current
programs
that
utilize
horticultural
therapy
and
the
benefits
of
using
plants
and
plant-related
activities
to
reach
cognitive,
physical,
psychological,
and
social
goals
for
more...
|
|
204THR301IA
|
06/09
|
Tu
|
10:00am-3:30pm
|
Meore
|
NYBG
|
|
|
|
|
Older
adults
present
an
increasing
need
for
therapeutic
services.
Learn
about
the
physical,
sensory,
cognitive,
psychological,
and
social
aspects
of
aging
and
their
implications
for
horticultural
therapy
programming.
Explore
how
horticulture
can
be
an
important
component
in
the
various
levels
more...
|
|
204THR401
|
06/16
|
Tu
|
10:00am-3:30pm
|
Jaroslow
|
NYBG
|
|
|
|
|
Sharpen
your
clinical
skills
while
learning
how
horticultural
therapy
is
utilized
in
a
physical
rehabilitation
setting.
Explore
the
team
treatment
process
and
learn
about
the
various
conditions
treated
in
this
setting.
Etiology,
diagnosis,
and
psychosocial
effects
are
covered.
Learn
the
more...
|
|
204THR403
|
06/20
|
Sa
|
10:00am-3:30pm
|
Wichrowski
|
NYBG
|
|
|
|
|
Learn
the
principles
and
techniques
of
plant
propagation
by
seed
and
cuttings.
Explore
the
basics
of
sexual
and
asexual
propagation,
with
attention
to
fruit
development,
seedling
production,
root
initiation,
stem
and
leaf
cuttings,
and
layering.
Materials
included.
Prerequisite:
Introduction
to
more...
|
|
204HRT411B
|
06/28
|
Su
|
10:00am-1:00pm
|
Ruggiero
|
NYBG
|
July
|
|
|
|
Learn
the
principles
and
techniques
of
plant
propagation
by
seed
and
cuttings.
Explore
the
basics
of
sexual
and
asexual
propagation,
with
attention
to
fruit
development,
seedling
production,
root
initiation,
stem
and
leaf
cuttings,
and
layering.
Materials
included.
Prerequisite:
Introduction
to
more...
|
|
211HRT411C
|
07/07
|
Tu
|
6:00pm-9:00pm
|
Storrs
|
MDTN
|
|
|
|
|
Children
and
adolescents
with
special
needs
are
the
focus
of
this
course.
Gain
an
understanding
of
the
causes
and
characteristics
of
various
developmental,
sensory,
physical,
behavioral,
and
learning
disabilities.
Learn
to
implement
horticultural
therapy
for
a
wide
variety
of
goals
more...
|
|
211THR402
|
07/07
|
Tu
|
10:00am-3:30pm
|
D'Amico
|
NYBG
|
|
|
|
|
Activities
analysis
explores
the
various
aspects
of
horticultural
therapy
activities
as
they
relate
to
both
client
and
administrative
needs.
Each
activity
is
analyzed
in
an
effort
to
structure
activities
that
can
achieve
measurable
clinical
outcomes.
Learn
to
develop
a
needs
more...
|
|
211THR407
|
07/11
|
Sa
|
10:00am-3:30pm
|
Jaroslow
|
NYBG
|
|
|
|
|
This
course
is
also
required
for
the
Horticultural
Therapy
Certificate.
Explore
the
basic
principles
underlying
successful,
environmentally
friendly
gardening,
including
the
structure
and
physiological
processes
of
plants
and
their
relationships
to
the
settings
in
which
they
grow.
Students
more...
|
|
211GAR301E
|
07/14
|
Tu
|
6:00pm-9:00pm
|
Grossman
|
MDTN
|
|
|
|
|
Explore
the
plant-people
relationships
and
scientific
research
that
are
the
foundations
of
horticultural
therapy.
Learn
about
current
programs
that
utilize
horticultural
therapy
and
the
benefits
of
using
plants
and
plant-related
activities
to
reach
cognitive,
physical,
psychological,
and
social
goals
for
more...
|
|
211THR301C
|
07/14
|
Tu
|
10:00am-3:30pm
|
Meore
|
NYBG
|
|
|
|
|
Explore
the
plant-people
relationships
and
scientific
research
that
are
the
foundations
of
horticultural
therapy.
Learn
about
current
programs
that
utilize
horticultural
therapy
and
the
benefits
of
using
plants
and
plant-related
activities
to
reach
cognitive,
physical,
psychological,
and
social
goals
for
more...
|
|
211THR301IC
|
07/14
|
Tu
|
10:00am-3:30pm
|
Meore
|
NYBG
|
|
|
|
|
The
focus
of
this
individualized
intensive
training
is
on
physical
medicine
and
rehabilitation.
We'll
discuss
the
history
and
philosophy
of
the
program,
and
how
the
therapist
functions
within
a
healthcare
team.
Participate
in
horticulture
treatment
sessions
that
deal
with
patient
more...
|
|
211THR525
|
07/14
|
Tu
|
9:00am-2:30pm
|
Wichrowski
|
OFS
|
|
|
|
|
Horticultural
therapy
is
practiced
in
a
multitude
of
behavioral
health
settings,
including
hospitals,
day
treatment
programs,
group
homes,
and
private
homes.
Learn
the
diagnostic
criteria
for
major
psychiatric
conditions,
including
anxiety,
mood,
psychotic,
cognitive,
and
substance
abuse
disorders.
Review
actual
more...
|
|
211THR404
|
07/20
|
Mo
|
10:00am-3:30pm
|
Backus
|
NYBG
|
|
|
|
|
Designed
for
students
who
want
a
user–friendly
introduction
to
plant
science,
this
course
surveys
the
major
groups
of
plants—flowering
plants,
conifers,
ferns,
and
bryophytes—focusing
on
plant
form
and
structure.
Learn
about
the
relationships
between
appearance
and
function,
ecology,
systematics,
and
more...
|
|
211HRT300F
|
07/27
|
Mo
|
6:00pm-8:40pm
|
Grossman
|
MDTN
|
|
|
|
|
Evaluate
tools,
equipment,
structures,
and
techniques
used
by
participants
in
horticultural
therapy
activities.
Design
and
construct
adaptive
tools
and
assistive
devices
through
problem-solving
activities.
Expand
your
plant-selecting
skills
for
specific
therapeutic
programming
needs
as
you
explore
the
collections
and
gardens
more...
|
|
211THR406A
|
07/29
|
We
|
10:00am-3:30pm
|
Beirne
D'Amico
|
NYBG
|
|
|
|
|
Evaluate
tools,
equipment,
structures,
and
techniques
used
by
participants
in
horticultural
therapy
activities.
Design
and
construct
adaptive
tools
and
assistive
devices
through
problem-solving
activities.
Expand
your
plant-selecting
skills
for
specific
therapeutic
programming
needs
as
you
explore
the
collectionsand
gardens
at
more...
|
|
211THR406IA
|
07/29
|
We
|
10:00am-3:30pm
|
D'Amico
Beirne
|
NYBG
|
|
|
|
|
Hands-on
healing
and
learning
through
horticulture
takes
place
at
The
Hort's
GreenHouse
program
on
Rikers
Island.
Designed
and
built
by
individuals
who
are
incarcerated
and
their
instructors,
the
garden
features
a
native
woodland,
nursery,
and
vegetable
and
herb
gardens.
HSNY's
more...
|
|
211THR537
|
07/31
|
Fr
|
6:30am-1:00pm
|
Krus, HTR
|
OFS
|
August
|
|
|
|
Gardens
can
be
catalysts
for
learning,
health,
inclusion,
and
therapy.
Gain
the
knowledge,
expertise,
and
tools
to
create,
renovate,
and
evaluate
both
interior
and
exterior
spaces
to
ensure
effective
gardens.
Learn
the
latest
research
in
health
care
garden
design,
common
more...
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211THR408A
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08/07
|
Fr
|
10:00am-3:30pm
|
Minich
|
NYBG
|
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Gardens
can
be
catalysts
for
learning,
health,
inclusion,
and
therapy.
Gain
the
knowledge,
expertise,
and
tools
to
create,
renovate,
and
evaluate
both
interior
and
exterior
spaces
to
ensure
effective
gardens.
Learn
the
latest
research
in
health
care
garden
design,
common
more...
|
|
211THR408IA
|
08/07
|
Fr
|
10:00am-3:30pm
|
Minich
|
NYBG
|
|
|
|
|
Learn
how
to
design
and
implement
a
horticultural
therapy
program
in
the
private
or
public
sector.
Gain
skills
in
developing
program
proposals,
writing
protocols,
establishing
evaluation
methods
and
record-keeping
policies,
and
managing
staff
and
volunteers.
Topics
in
business
practices
will
more...
|
|
211THR409A
|
08/08
|
Sa
|
10:00am-3:30pm
|
Czarnecki
|
NYBG
|
|
|
|
|
Learn
how
to
design
and
implement
a
horticultural
therapy
program
in
the
private
or
public
sector.
Gain
skills
in
developing
program
proposals,
writing
protocols,
establishing
evaluation
methods
and
record-keeping
policies,
and
managing
staff
and
volunteers.
Topics
in
business
practices
will
more...
|
|
211THR409IA
|
08/08
|
Sa
|
10:00am-3:30pm
|
Czarnecki
|
NYBG
|
|
|
|
|
With
its
32'
x
40'
growing
space
for
edible
and
sensory
plantings,
The
Garden
of
Hope
offers
horticultural
therapy
opportunities
to
a
wide
array
of
special
needs
populations.
The
garden
is
equipped
with
rolling
planting
tables,
traditional
raised
beds,
and
more...
|
|
211THR546
|
08/10
|
Mo
|
9:30am-2:30pm
|
Meore
|
OFS
|
September
|
|
|
|
Designed
for
students
who
want
a
user–friendly
introduction
to
plant
science,
this
course
surveys
the
major
groups
of
plants—flowering
plants,
conifers,
ferns,
and
bryophytes—focusing
on
plant
form
and
structure.
Learn
about
the
relationships
between
appearance
and
function,
ecology,
systematics,
and
more...
|
|
211HRT300G
|
09/12
|
Sa
|
10:00am-12:40pm
|
Satch
|
MDTN
|
|
|
|
|
Explore
the
plant-people
relationships
and
scientific
research
that
are
the
foundations
of
horticultural
therapy.
Learn
about
current
programs
that
utilize
horticultural
therapy
and
the
benefits
of
using
plants
and
plant-related
activities
to
reach
cognitive,
physical,
psychological,
and
social
goals
for
more...
|
|
211THR301D
|
09/12
|
Sa
|
10:00am-3:30pm
|
Meore
|
NYBG
|
|
|
|
|
This
course
is
also
required
for
the
Horticultural
Therapy
Certificate.
Explore
the
basic
principles
underlying
successful,
environmentally
friendly
gardening,
including
the
structure
and
physiological
processes
of
plants
and
their
relationships
to
the
settings
in
which
they
grow.
Students
more...
|
|
211GAR301F
|
09/14
|
Mo
|
6:00pm-9:00pm
|
Grossman
|
MDTN
|
|
|
|
|
Learn
the
principles
and
techniques
of
plant
propagation
by
seed
and
cuttings.
Explore
the
basics
of
sexual
and
asexual
propagation,
with
attention
to
fruit
development,
seedling
production,
root
initiation,
stem
and
leaf
cuttings,
and
layering.
Materials
included.
Prerequisite:
Introduction
to
more...
|
|
211HRT411S
|
09/14
|
Mo
|
5:45pm-8:45pm
|
Weinstein
|
NYBG
|
|
|
|
|
This
course
is
also
required
for
the
Horticultural
Therapy
Certificate.
Explore
the
basic
principles
underlying
successful,
environmentally
friendly
gardening,
including
the
structure
and
physiological
processes
of
plants
and
their
relationships
to
the
settings
in
which
they
grow.
Students
more...
|
|
211GAR301G
|
09/15
|
Tu
|
10:00am-1:00pm
|
Beyers
|
NYBG
|
|
|
|
|
Designed
for
students
who
want
a
user–friendly
introduction
to
plant
science,
this
course
surveys
the
major
groups
of
plants—flowering
plants,
conifers,
ferns,
and
bryophytes—focusing
on
plant
form
and
structure.
Learn
about
the
relationships
between
appearance
and
function,
ecology,
systematics,
and
more...
|
|
211HRT300H
|
09/17
|
Th
|
10:30am-1:10pm
|
Paltseva
|
NYBG
|
|
|
|
|
Learn
the
principles
and
techniques
of
plant
propagation
by
seed
and
cuttings.
Explore
the
basics
of
sexual
and
asexual
propagation,
with
attention
to
fruit
development,
seedling
production,
root
initiation,
stem
and
leaf
cuttings,
and
layering.
Materials
included.
Prerequisite:
Introduction
to
more...
|
|
211HRT411P
|
09/27
|
Su
|
10:00am-1:00pm
|
Storrs
|
NYBG
|
October
|
|
|
|
Explore
the
plant-people
relationships
and
scientific
research
that
are
the
foundations
of
horticultural
therapy.
Learn
about
current
programs
that
utilize
horticultural
therapy
and
the
benefits
of
using
plants
and
plant-related
activities
to
reach
cognitive,
physical,
psychological,
and
social
goals
for
more...
|
|
212THR301A
|
10/24
|
Sa
|
10:00am-3:30pm
|
Meore
|
NYBG
|
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