What types of jobs will the program train me for?
	What sort of topics will the training program cover?
	When will the program begin and end?
	When and where is program held?
	What is the training like?
	Will anyone help me get a job after the program?
	What does it cost to participate?
	How can I find out more or apply for the program?

What types of jobs will the program train me for?
Jobs in landscape or "Green Industry", including; tree and lawn care, parks and grounds maintenance, landscape construction, greenhouse operation, golf course maintenance and property maintenance.

What topics does the training program cover?
How to identify, plant and maintain trees, shrubs, turf and flowers; landscape design; pest management; equipment maintenance; landscape construction and job search skills.

When will the program begin and end?
The program begins in early January and lasts through the 1^st of April.

When and where is program held?
The program is broken down into two parts:

	The 12 week classroom period of the program is held Monday through Friday, 9:00 - 2:00 p.m., at 16 Edmonds Street
	Some students may be required to serve on-the-job training. This 4-week "work experience" period of the program is held Monday through Friday, 7:30-4:00 p.m. at local park sites, with area businesses, and on program projects.

What is the training like?
The 12-week period consists primarily of classroom instruction, with field trips and hands-on demonstrations. The 4-week period provides paid hands-on training at local project sites.

Will anyone help me get a job after the program?
Yes! The program includes job search workshops and referrals to job openings. You may also use the program in the future for job referrals and career counseling.

What does it cost to participate?
The class is tuition based. However there are scholarship opportunities for individuals who qualify. Please apply early in the fall to allow time for researching and applying to scholarship sources.