SANDOVAL EXTENSION MASTER GARDENERS
in cooperation with the NMSU Extension Office

Invitation to apply for the 2025 Master Gardner Intern Class
Wondering if you're a good candidate? If the answer is "yes" to the questions below, then this is the program for you!
  • Interested in learning about horticulture and giving back to the community?
  • Have the time to attend weekly online classes (recorded for schedule flexibility) and Zoom meetings?
  • Want your garden to be sustainable and productive?
  • Interested in reducing water use and saving water?
  • Interested in native plants and pollinators?
  • Want to save our topsoil?
  • Want to interact with gardeners and would-be gardeners with the same goals?
  • Want to educate others about gardening best-practices?
General Information for Applicants:
  • The training program consists of 15 core classes presented mid-January through April, 2025.
  • Each course is accompanied by a live online interactive Q&A session.
  • Mentor teams meet with you every week to discuss class topics, answer questions, and introduce you to what Master Gardeners do.
  • Field trips to horticultural projects around Sandoval County and Albuquerque are available to enhance your learning experience.
Applicants are expected to meet the following requirements:
  • Possess adequate computer and Internet connectivity to access core classes consisting of video presentations, supplemental online reference material, and weekly live online Q&A sessions with specialists.
  • Attend an online orientation program before the start of core classes.
  • View online class videos and pass weekly quizzes on core topics. All classes are presented on the NMSU Canvas learning system.
  • Participate in weekly Zoom meetings with mentors.
  • Consent to NMSU Master Gardener policies.
  • Commit to 30 hours of annual volunteer activities in Sandoval County, including 10 hours of community outreach (Helpline, Information Tables, Home Visits) for certification as a Master Gardener.
  • Pay course fee of $175 at the time of application submittal via PayPal link on SEMG website.
Please note:
  • Class size is limited. Acceptance of applications is based on date of application, receipt of fee, and conduct of phone interview after receipt of application. If the number of applications exceeds the maximum class size, preference will be given to residents of Sandoval County.
  • Applicants will be contacted by phone/email after receipt of application. Details of class schedules will be provided by email as they become available

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* 1. Contact Information

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* 2. Are you 18 or older?

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* 3. How did you learn of the Sandoval Extension Master Gardener Program?

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* 4. Are you currently employed?

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* 5. Have you previously participated in a County Extension Master Gardener Program?

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* 6. If you have been a Master Gardener previously, please answer the following:

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* 7. Please list your gardening and/or horticulture training, classes or jobs.

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* 8. Please list your other volunteer experience (e.g. schools, non-profits, senior citizens, community service, food banks, etc.).

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* 9. Have you had experience in the following areas? (Check all that apply)

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* 10. Please list your group affiliations (e.g. garden clubs, community gardens, plant societies, etc.).

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* 11. Why do you want to become a Master Gardener and what special knowledge and/or experience will you contribute to the program?

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* 12. Please check your primary interests in horticulture.

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* 13. SEMG supports the Americans with Disabilities Act and will provide auxiliary aid to individuals, as feasible. Do you have any barriers to learning for which auxiliary aid may be required?

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* 14. If Yes, please explain.

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* 15. Do you understand and accept that the core curriculum of Master Gardener training will be conducted as online recorded classes supplemented with live Q&A sessions and interactions with mentor teams?

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