Please continue to visit this page as Advanced Training opportunities will be announced as they are scheduled.
Earth-Kind – June 11-13, 2025 Hosted by Collin County (in person)
Herbs – June 19-21, 2025 CLASS IS FULL Hosted by Brazos County (in person)
Turfgrass – September 4-5, 2025 Hosted by Dallas County
Advanced Training is offered to certified Extension Master Gardeners whereby they may obtain greater knowledge that supports or expands specific county educational programs. Agents must approve a volunteer to attend an Advanced Training Class. Attendees of Advanced Training Classes are to prioritize public education for the purpose of attending.
Advanced Training classes provide a minimum of 16 hours of education. Following completion of the training, an individual must complete a minimum of 20 hours of volunteer service in the subject matter. These hours are in addition to annual recertification requirements. It is recommended that a designated program or project be outlined prior to attending the training class for the volunteer to be able to obtain certification. Two certified Master Gardener volunteers per county are eligible to attend