Landscape Design Technician (Co-op)

Program Overview

Prepare for a landscape design career in just two years with the Landscape Design Technician diploma. This program is Ontario’s only 2-year Landscape Design Technician Diploma, offering hands-on learning in design studios and a botanical garden campus. With experienced instructors, students will acquire industry-ready skills, focusing primarily on design each semester. This program is designed to provide a solid foundation for aspiring landscape designers, enabling them to create, build, and bring landscapes to life.

Program Structure

The Landscape Design Technician program is structured to provide a comprehensive learning experience over a duration of 60 weeks. The program includes:

• Hands-on learning in design studios and construction labs.
• Experiential learning opportunities through co-op work terms.
• Field trips to botanical gardens and local residential garden tours.
• Participation in Landscape Ontario conferences and trade shows.
• Opportunities for international exchanges to historic cities and gardens.

This program combines coursework with practical experiences, ensuring that students are well-prepared for the landscape design industry. The curriculum emphasizes plant identification, sustainable ecological design practices, and the use of industry-standard software such as AutoCAD and SketchUP.

Featured Experiences

The Landscape Design Technician program offers a variety of unique experiences that enhance learning and professional development:

• Co-op work terms that provide real-world experience in the landscape design field.
• Hands-on learning in a 100-acre botanical garden campus.
• Field trips to local gardens and design tours to observe practical applications.
• Participation in industry conferences and trade shows to network and learn from professionals.
• Opportunities for international trips to explore historic gardens in countries like Italy, Spain, England, and France.

Career Options

Graduates of the Landscape Design Technician program can pursue various career paths in Canada, including:

• Landscape Technician: Work with landscape contractors and design firms to implement design plans and manage projects.
• Landscape Designer: Create and develop landscape designs for residential and commercial properties.
• Garden Centre Manager: Oversee operations at garden centres, including plant selection and customer service.
• Municipal Landscape Planner: Collaborate with municipalities to design and maintain public green spaces.
• Horticultural Consultant: Provide expert advice on plant selection and landscape sustainability practices.

These roles allow graduates to apply their skills in various settings, contributing to the enhancement of outdoor spaces and the environment.

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