MSU Extension Master Gardener Program

MSU Extension Master Gardener Training Courses are typically offered starting in January, March and August in several locations around the state. Course locations with upcoming available enrollment are listed below. If you have questions about courses in other locations, please email us at mg@msu.edu.

Note that all prospective trainees must undergo the MSU Extension Volunteer Selection Process (VSP). This process includes background checks, references and an interview. VSP is included in registration accessed by clicking the link for the specific site you are interested in. The cost for the training course is $325. 

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Winter / Spring 2021

GENESEE COUNTY - FLINT

Location: All classes will be offered online except for the required last class, Volunteer Orientation, which will be held face-to-face when it is safe to do so. Physical location TBD.
When: Winter Dates TBD
Application Deadline: TBD
Contact Person: Barslund Judd, juddbars@msu.edu
Application and Registration Link for Genesee County: Coming Soon

WAYNE COUNTY - BELLEVILLE

Location: All classes will be offered online except for the required last class, Volunteer Orientation, which will be held face-to-face when it is safe to do so. Physical location TBD.
When: Saturdays, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
            March 3 - June 19, 2021
            (makeup date, if needed, June 26, no class on April 3 and May 29)
Application Deadline: February 26, 2021
Contact Person: Deirdre Hope, hopedeir@msu.edu
Application and Registration Link for Wayne County: Coming Soon

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