To become a certified UC Master Gardener, volunteers must complete an intensive home horticulture training and pass an exam testing their knowledge and ability to find science-based answers to public inquiries. Most counties host a new training class either annually or biannually. Training programs throughout the state vary greatly in class size, lecture vs. hands-on time, and length of sessions. Find out how other counties structure trainings and get inspired to tweak your own.

Learn more about initial training

UC Master Gardeners are expected to keep up to date on the latest information for home horticulture topics through a minimum of 12 hours of continuing education per year. Resources include potential online continuing education opportunities as well as links to trainings for UC Master Gardeners.

Learn more about continuing education

Questions? Contact

Lauren Snowden
Online Training Specialist
llsnowden@ucanr.edu
(530) 750-1203