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CTE Plant Science POS
Plant Science
Program of Study
- Benefit: Agricultural and Environmental Awareness and Creativity
- Learn: Crop cultivation, soil management, sustainable agricultural practices, and floral design
- Skills: Designing, farming, horticulture, landscaping, and environmental resources
- Careers: Hospitality, event management, retail, food production and ecological agencies
Course Sequence
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Course Sequence |
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Level 1 (9th) |
Principles of Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources |
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Level 2 (10th) |
Floral Design* (Fine Arts credit) |
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Level 3 (11th) |
Advanced Floral Design* |
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Level 4 (12th) |
Advanced Plant & Soil Science (Science credit) |
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*Industry Certification: |
*Texas State Florist's Association (Knowledge-Based, Level 1, and Level 2 Floral Certifications) |
Postsecondary Opportunities
Associates Degrees
- Applied Horticulture/ Horticulture Operations, General
- Ornamental Horticulture
- Agricultural Business and Management, General
- Turf and Turfgrass Management
Bachelor’s Degrees
- Applied Horticulture/ Horticulture Operations, General
- Agronomy and Crop Science
- Agricultural Business and Management, General
- Turf and Turfgrass Management
Master’s, Doctoral, and Professional Degrees
- Applied Horticulture/ Horticulture Operations, General
- Agronomy and Crop Science
- Agricultural Business and Management, General
- Farm/Farm and Ranch Management
Aligned Occupations
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Occupations |
Median Wage |
Annual Openings |
% Growth |
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Soil and Plant Scientists |
$54,662 |
116 |
21% |
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Tree Trimmers and Pruners |
$32,240 |
589 |
14% |
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Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators |
$36.733 |
196 |
22% |
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Landscaping Supervisors |
$44,408 |
807 |
19% |
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Biological Technicians |
$42,931 |
452 |
17% |
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Soil and Plant Research Scientists |
$93,496 |
45 |
32% |