APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM
Green Thumb Connection, a division of Edge2Edge Lawn Solutions, is an educational pillar for the green industry based in Clermont County, Ohio. E2E provides year-round lawn and landscaping services to residential and commercial clients in the tri-state area. As well as serves as a resource for budding entrepreneurs in the lawn and landscape industry.
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Why: The program aims to improve the industry's reputation, highlight its benefits, and foster relationships with eager young professionals.
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Program Duration: The 5-month program runs from April to August, combining classroom learning with paid field work.
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Classroom Curriculum: Covers various aspects of landscaping and lawn maintenance, including, but not limited to, mowing techniques, irrigation basics, pest management, landscaping fundamentals, equipment safety, and customer relations.
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Paid Training: Supervised fieldwork and project participation provide hands-on training and real-world experience. Performance reviews and feedback.
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Career Advancement: The program helps with resume building, interview skills, networking, job search strategies, and imparts entrepreneurial skills for starting a business for those interested in taking these paths.
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Certification: Opportunities for industry certification and further education in horticulture and landscape design are available.
Applications are accepted until March 1st, followed by one-on-one interviews and then establishing a start date.