Forest Management Technology with Specialization in Arboriculture and Community Forestry, AAS

Plan Code 328-01, CIP Code 03.0101

Award: Associate of Applied Science

Program Head: Richard Scott Reigel, rreigel@mgcc.edu, (540) 863-2894

Length: Five Semesters (Two years of full-time study)

Purpose: The Forest Management Technology with Specialization in Arboriculture and Community Forestry of Applied Science (AAS) degree at Mountain Gateway Community College (MGCC) is designed to train individuals who are planning to enter arboriculture, community (urban) forestry and forestry-related technical positions.

Admission Requirements: Students who meet the admission requirements to the College are eligible for enrollment into the program. Individuals are expected to ne proficient in Basic English, mathematics and reading. Appropriate developmental courses are available for those who need to update their skills.

Program Description: The Forest Management Technology with Specialization in Arboriculture and Community Forestry of Applied Science (AAS) degree at Mountain Gateway Community College (MGCC) is designed to train individuals who are planning to enter arboriculture, community (urban) forestry and forestry-related technical positions.

Graduation Requirements: Students must achieve an overall 2.0 GPA (“C” average) in the required curriculum courses to be eligible for graduation. Upon successful completion of all program graduation requirements, the student will be awarded the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Forest Management Technology.

Program Costs: In addition to the regular tuition and cost of textbooks, students in the program are required to buy specific types of personal protective gear.