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Carroll County
UGA Extension Office

Master Gardener Extension Volunteer Program

The purpose of the Master Gardener program is to train volunteers to complement, enhance, and support the educational efforts of the local UGA Extension office. As such, the Carroll County Master Gardener Extension Volunteer Program is a selective process. In order to be considered for the volunteer training program, you must fill out all forms and applications, submit a check for training fees (refundable if not selected) and complete an interview.

If selected to be a Master Gardener Extension Volunteer trainee, you will be required to complete a background check, attend all training classes and programs, and volunteer 50 hours within twelve months after graduation.


NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2027 MASTER GARDENER CERTIFICATION CLASS!

The class will meet in person once a month from January -August, 2027.  

Online and face-to-face training will take place in Carroll & Douglas Counties.

The cost is $200.

Please send your application request to PJBURKE@UGA.EDU or call 770-836-8546 if you have questions.

APPLICATION DEADLINE IS OCTOBER 31, 2026.

The Carroll County Master Gardeners have a website now with a list of events and even more information! 

 

Master Gardener Scholarship Information!

If you are (or will be) majoring in a program in agriculture, consumer science, agricultural education, landscaping, plant science, environmental science, natural resources, horticulture, forestry or a related field;  and you  reside in Carroll, Haralson or Heard county; then you are eligible to apply for a scholarship from the Carroll County Master Gardeners.  Please go to their webpage for more information and the application form.


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