PROGRAM DESCRIPTION Thorough hands-training, this certificate introduces students to a variety of horticulture therapy skills. The program meets horticultural therapy requirements by the American Horticultural Therapy Association (AHTA) for becoming a Registered Horticultural Therapist. Students complete projects to develop skills in HT programming, activities, grant writing,

Gardening is more than a hobby; it

Gardening is an excellent activity for kids of any age and has been known to improve a child's physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

It’s not a coincidence that our society is experiencing mental health, chronic disease, AND nature disconnection crises all at the same time. It’s our responsibility to wake up, rise, and regenerate our connection to nature for our holistic wellness. We NEED a better holistic wellness approach to mental health and chronic diseases. And, THIS is where therapeutic horticulture (TH) saves the day. Read more on our blog post!

Too often individuals with disabilities and those in residential facilities get limited opportunities to interact with nature. This is unfortunate because a connection with the natural world offers many health benefits. Among other things, time in nature triggers a calming effect where one could gain new perspectives while disconnecting from the screens begging for attention.

Explore the power of gardening as a form of therapy! Learn from the personal journeys and success stories shared in our latest article. Join us in cultivating hope and renewal through horticulture therapy. #GardeningForHealing #TherapeuticLandscapes #HorticultureTherapyPrograms

Healthcare & Therapeutic Garden Design Interview Series: Elizabeth “Leah” Diehl, RLA, HTM Our second in the series of interviews takes us to the College of Medicine Healing Gardens and Teaching Laboratory at the University of Florida Medical School. Leah Diehl is a landscape architect and registered horticultural therapist who is responsible for building an amazing…