The Master Gardener Program has been in existence in Arkansas since 1988. Counties are looking for retention tools for their programs to keep members interested. As members remain in the program, many are interested in obtaining more in-depth knowledge about specific topics and in obtaining an advanced level of certification.
To provide such opportunities, the Advanced Master Gardener Training Program was developed. The changes to the new Advanced Training guidelines will allow all Master Gardeners, including first year Master Gardeners who have completed their first year requirements, to participate in the seminars for Advanced Training hours. Attendees must enter their accrued hours in their county online reporting system under * STATE ADVANCED TRAINING HOURS* .
Level I - 30 hours
Level II - 60 hours
Level III - 90 hours plus an additional requirement involving research or community
outreach.
Level IV - 120 hours plus an additional requirement involving research or community
outreach.
Level V - 150 hours plus an additional requirement involving research or community
outreach.
Master Gardener counties across the state volunteer to host an Advanced Master Gardener Class. This guide is designed to help the county set up and host a class.
Below is a compiled list of popular topics for future Advanced Master Gardener Classes. This list is from participants of previous advanced class evaluations and is a suggestion of topics for counties that would like to host a class.
Topic List for Classes