American Horticultural Therapy Association

04/09/2026

The Future of Horticultural Therapy Certification is Here!
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The American Horticultural Therapy Association (AHTA) proudly announces the development of the Horticultural Therapist–Board Certified (HT-BC) credential—setting a new benchmark for professional excellence.

Developed through the rigorous Job Task Analysis 2022, this research-driven process defines the essential knowledge, skills, and abilities required for competent, ethical practice in horticultural therapy.

Check out AHTA https://www.ahta.org/board-certification

04/08/2026

04/07/2026

🌿 Discover what’s growing in horticultural therapy 🌿 Join us this October at the AHTA Annual Conference in San Francisco (Oct 15–18, 2026) and explore the latest horticultural therapy research from around the world 🌱 🌼 Be inspired by new findings and global perspectives 🌳 Gain insights you can bring directly into your practice 🌍 Experience the power of shared knowledge across cultures and communities This is your opportunity to learn, grow, and stay rooted in the future of the field. Don’t miss what’s blooming 🌸

04/06/2026

Honouring Seasons & Cycles in Horticultural Therapy: For Self, Community, and Practice

We invite presenters to join us in exploring the rhythms that shape our work and our lives.
In horticultural therapy, seasons are more than climate patterns; they are mirrors. They reflect growth and dormancy, emergence and decay, resilience and renewal. As practitioners, we move through our own cycles while supporting individuals and communities through theirs.

Proposal deadline May 15th, 2026
https://chta.ca/conference-2026

04/03/2026

Join the American Horticultural Therapy Association in San Francisco, October 15–18, 2026, and be part of a thriving grove of practitioners—where ideas cross-pollinate, connections take root, and our collective work grows stronger together. 🌱

From inspiring presentations to hands-on experiences and unforgettable gatherings in some of the most beautiful settings in the city, this is where our community comes to learn, connect, and flourish.

🌸 Register, show up, and grow with us.

04/02/2026

The AHTA Horticultural Therapist-Board Certified (HT-BC) Certification is a formal recognition that an individual has met established professional standards in horticultural therapy. It assures employers, clients, and the public that certified professionals possess the knowledge, skills, and experience necessary to practice effectively and ethically.

The certification process includes: - Defined education requirements - Verified professional experience - Successful completion of a comprehensive examination

04/01/2026

It's coming! Plan now to join us in San Francisco!
And be sure to wear some flowers in your hair
https://www.ahta.org/2026-conference

03/31/2026

The countdown to the certification exam for the Horticultural Therapist–Board Certified (HT–BC) credential continues. The American Horticultural Therapy Association (AHTA) is pleased to have announced the launch of its first professional credentialing exam, scheduled to take place 7 months from now — in October 2026.

The AHTA Horticultural Therapist-Board Certified (HT-BC) Certification is a formal recognition that an individual has met established professional standards in horticultural therapy. It assures employers, clients, and the public that certified professionals possess the knowledge, skills, and experience necessary to practice effectively and ethically.

03/30/2026

Final Day – The Garden Is Waiting

The garden is waiting 🌸
Last day to submit your proposal to present at the AHTA Annual Conference in San Francisco this October.

Thank you for the work you do—and for considering sharing it with our community.

🔗 Submit today: https://www.ahta.org/2026-conference-rfp

03/28/2026

3 Days Left – Last Chance to Bloom

Last chance to bloom 🌾
The Call for Presenters for the AHTA Annual Conference closes soon.

If nature is part of how you support healing—this space is for you.

🔗 Submit by March 31st: https://www.ahta.org/2026-conference-rfp

03/27/2026

Congratulations to our newest THP recipient!

Carolyn Budd

Your hard work, knowledge, dedication, and experience have truly paid off—welcome to this well-earned milestone and to the growing community of therapeutic horticulture professionals. We’re so proud of you and excited to see the impact you’ll continue to make! 💚
https://www.ahta.org/ahta-credentials

03/26/2026

5 Days Left – Your Voice Matters

Your voice matters 🌞
Whether you’re working in hospitals, schools, communities, gardens, forests, or classrooms—your experience can inspire others.

Don’t overthink it.
If your work supports healing through nature, it belongs here.

🔗 Call for presenters: https://www.ahta.org/2026-conference-rfp