Research should include
- listing possible landscaping careers
- describing each career
- differentiating among careers such as
- arborist or tree care provider
- irrigation specialist
- landscape architect
- landscape designer
- landscape installer and manager
- turfgrass manager
- outlining the education and experience required for employment
- exploring job opportunities, salaries, and benefits
- identifying local opportunities in the landscaping field and related educational requirements.
Many websites offer career exploration resources, including the Virginia Education Wizard.
Process/Skill Questions:
- What effect does an associate or a bachelor’s degree have on landscaping employment opportunities and salary?
- What are the entry-level requirements for employment in the landscaping industry?
- How are landscape architects different from landscape designers?
- What experiences are necessary for a career in landscaping?