Horticulture has a direct relationship to many fields of study at Oaksterdam University. Specialized horticultural training dovetails well with our Classic program, as it is important for aspiring budtenders, cannabis chefs, and collective members to have a well rounded education. We have expanded the courses available to better tailor to your needs.
Oaksterdam University presents the most comprehensive indoor and outdoor horticultural training in the Cannabis Industry. Whether you have experience with cannabis, or are new to it, this semester offers specialized classes that will maximize your productivity!
Classes consist of slide presentations and lectures by industry leaders. There will be ample opportunities to participate in Q & A sessions. Classes include additional lab time with OU lab techs and instructors, as well as do-it-yourself (DIY) opportunities that will help you develop your personal goals in both small and large scale settings.
These courses are designed for adults 18 and over who are qualified patients and caregivers, however, you are not required to be a patient.
Students who choose to attend a Horticulture Program can potentially achieve:
- Certificate of Completion: Attend (or make up) all classes and labs, complete class lab project & complete the final exam with a score of 75% or greater.
- Certificate of Achievement with Honors as Valedictorian: Attend (without make-ups) all classes and labs, complete class lab project & complete the final exam with the highest score in the class.
Horticulture Programs:
Outdoor Agriculture Semester
The 10 Week Outdoor Agriculture Semester (course code OASX) includes 2.5 hours of classroom and lab instruction each week. Classes are held Saturday afternoons.
Semester Curriculum
- Outdoor Legal 101 & Site Selection
- Land Preparation
- Irrigation
- Strain Selection
- Plant Science & Nutrition
- Basics of Soil Science & Organic Agriculture
- Pests & Pathology
- Structures, Greenhouse Gardening, & Growth Maintenance
- Harvest
- Outdoor Legal 102 & Sustainability
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The Indoor Horticulture Semester (10 week Program, 2 Week Accelerated Program)
This program is designed for Oaksterdam University Alumni who have attained Oaksterdam University certification. We offer both Semester and Accelerated versions of this program.
The 10 Week Advanced Indoor Horticulture Semester (course code SAHX) includes 2.5 hours of classroom and lab instruction each week. Classes are held Saturday mornings each week.
The 2 week Accelerated Advanced Indoor Horticulture Semester (course code AAHSII) includes 2.5 hours of classroom and lab instruction each class. Classes are held Tuesday through Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday mornings for two weeks.
Semester/Accelerated Curriculum
- Introduction & Political Developments
- Starting from Cuttings/Intro to Vegetative Growth
- Nutrients & pH: Mixing, Measuring, & Adjusting
- Flowering & Plant Propagation
- Conditions for optimal Plant Growth
- Indoor Horticulture Safety & Responsibility/Intro to Grow Equipment
- Electrical Safety & Lighting
- Pests & Pathogens
- Organic Method
- Harvest
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