Master Composter Class

Master Composter Certification Class

Become a certified master composter in Washtenaw County! Learn all about composting - from backyard composting, vermiculture (worms!), compost tea, and soils.

Take a guided, technical tour of the Ann Arbor Municipal compost operation and receive a comprehensive binder of class and composting reference materials. Michigan Master Composter certification is available for students who pass the take-home exam and complete at least 10 volunteer hours in the community. 

The Master Composter Certification class is collaboratively organized by Project Grow, Washtenaw County and the Ann Arbor Public Schools (AAPS) Recreation and Education Program. 

Additional Resources

Other Classes and Instruction Opportunities

• Project Grow Community Gardens: classes are periodically offered for in-person and online learning experiences. Check for upcoming sessions.
• Michigan State University Coop Extension posts composting classes and videos:https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/compost_your_yard_waste 
• Institute for Local Self Reliance Soil Rebuilders website provides articles, case studies, webinars, site signage, and more for community composting.