This is the first step in becoming a Coles, Cumberland, Douglas, Moultrie, or Shelby County Master Gardener volunteer. Please look over your county's website to learn about the Master Gardener volunteer program before submitting your application.
Once you submit this interest form,
1. The Master Gardener Program Coordinator will contact you to complete additional paperwork and to schedule an informal interview.
2. You will then receive final registration and course information. The in-class fee is $200 and the online fee is $300. Financial assistance may be available.
4. Classes and 60 hours of volunteer time are mandatory in order to become a certified active Master Gardener. Volunteer time can be completed within 2 years of taking the course.
5. To maintain certification in subsequent years, you must complete 10 hours of continuing education and 30 hours of volunteer activities annually.
The hybrid option is held in February annually for all counties.
Online classes are offered in January (if there is interest) and June for all counties.
Submit this form by December 1 for next year's course.