Horticultural therapy is defined as the engagement of a person in gardening and plant based activities, facilitated by a trained therapist, to achieve specific therapeutic treatment goals. This course is designed to introduce students to the growing field of Horticultural Therapy in which gardens and garden based activities are designed to support the physical, mental and social health of individuals.
Course Objective
a. To understand the history and practices of Horticultural therapy.
b. To design and implement Horticultural Therapy to the targeted population activities.
c. To distinguish the difference between therapeutic, vocational, and social programs.
d. To learn to set up a Horticultural Therapy garden.
Name of Institution offering the Course : College of Agriculture, Vellayani, Thiruvananthapuram
Number of Seats : 15 (Fifteen)
Duration of Course : One year (Two Semesters)
