Turfgrass Management Certificate

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is there a specific sequence in which the courses must be taken?
2. Do I have to come to Riverside to take the classes?
3. How much does it cost to complete the entire certificate?
4. I am interested in taking only one or two courses. Do I have to enroll in the entire certificate program or are courses available for individual enrollment?
5. How long will it take to complete the entire certificate?
6. Can courses from other institutions be transferred into this program?

1. Is there a specific sequence in which the courses must be taken?

No. You can start the program with any of the courses based on their availability and your schedule.

2. Do I have to come to Riverside to take the classes?

No. You have the option to take the classes in the classroom or participate online. The online section meets concurrently with the classroom section.

3. How much does it cost to complete the entire certificate?

Tuition for all courses is approximately $5000-5300. This includes the required textbooks and/or materials. Some additional textbooks and/or materials may be required.

4. I am interested in taking only one or two courses. Do I have to enroll in the entire certificate program or are courses available for individual enrollment?

All courses are open for individual enrollment. Students may take the entire program or choose to select individual courses on topics most beneficial to them.

5. How long will it take to complete the entire certificate?

If you take the two courses that are offered each quarter, the entire certificate can be completed in 5 quarters, or 15 months.

6. Can courses from other institutions be transferred into this program?

Yes. Due to changing methods and advancing technologies, equivalent courses from other accredited colleges and universities will be considered for acceptance only for electives and the required courses, Principles of Plant Growth and Introduction to Chemistry for Environmental and Agricultural Professionals. Up to nine total units completed within the last five years may be applied to the certificate. Officials transcripts required.