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Therapeutic Horticulture

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About Frequently Asked Questions Program History Hybrid Certificate in Therapeutic Horticulture Online Certificate in Therapeutic Horticulture

About Therapeutic Horticulture

Therapeutic horticulture is the purposeful use of plants and gardening to support health and wellness.  At the North Carolina Botanical Garden, we have offered this unique service to individuals and groups since 1978, ranging from underserved children to elders with limited outdoor access to disenfranchised individuals in our communities.

The practice of therapeutic horticulture has proven to be a valuable complementary service for addressing the wide range of human needs–including emotional, social, physical, and spiritual needs–that can affect our well-being. Activity sessions have been conducted in inclusive settings and led by trained individuals.

The mission of the Therapeutic Horticulture Program is to promote health and healing through positive connections with plants, nature, and people.

We are excited to announce that the hybrid Certificate in Therapeutic Horticulture program will resume operation in September of 2022 after being on hold during the pandemic. We have also developed an online Certificate in Therapeutic Horticulture for students who need the flexibility to take classes at the pace, timing, and location of their choosing. Our online Certificate in TH program has been created in partnership with the NC State Cooperative Extension Program.

Introduction to Therapeutic Horticulture is the first in the series of four classes and is designed for anyone interested in exploring the field of therapeutic horticulture. Taking the TH Introduction course does not obligate students to continue with the full certificate program, so register today and start your journey in Therapeutic Horticulture!

Watch our Horticultural Therapy program on UNC-TV’s North Carolina Science Now

Certificate in Therapeutic Horticulture

In 2018 the garden launched a pilot training program, the Certificate in Therapeutic Horticulture (CTH), to meet the growing demand among allied health professionals and students who want to incorporate plant-based therapy into their practices. This 16-month program includes classroom learning, field trips, hands on activities, and an internship.

Learn more about the Online program

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Introduction to Therapeutic Horticulture Summer Session

We are delighted to offer another section of our online Introduction to Therapeutic Horticulture course for Summer 2021. This self-paced, fully online course explores how therapeutic horticulture supports human needs, including physical, social, emotional, cognitive, and spiritual needs.

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Horticultural Therapy receives Strowd Roses grant

“I came to the farm in the spring of 2015….I took to it right away and still feel a sense of relief when I arrive. Horticulture Therapy became a big…

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Horticultural Therapy at NCBG

by Abby Zaleski, Communications Student The Horticultural Therapy program at the North Carolina Botanical Garden has a mission to promote health and well-being of people through positive interactions with plants…

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