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visit our policies page to learn more.Get trained in industry best practices and prepare to take the Landscape Industry Certified Technician exams.
As the field of landscaping continues to advance, it's important that technicians can earn credentials to stand out as experts. Created in partnership between the National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) and Colorado State University, this program covers material contained in the following NALP training manuals:
Created for both entry-level and experienced landscape technicians, this three-course training series offers "how-to" resources for landscape installation, irrigation, and maintenance. This program also serves as the recommended preparation courses for the Landscape Industry Certified – Technician Exterior certification exam, and meets the educational requirements for the Landscape Management Apprenticeship Program.
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Featuring practice problems and visuals, courses in this training series offer industry-specific information related to effective planning, management, safety, conservation, and sustainability. Topics include:
Participants will receive step-by-step information on how to get work done right the first time, tips on how to troubleshoot problems in the field, and checklists for equipment operations and maintenance.
Digital badges are visual representations of new knowledge you have gained. You earn badges each time you successfully complete one of CSU’s online digital badge courses. Take only the courses you want to take, and build your own unique set of credentials.
Courses in this program are self-paced. Study on your own schedule, and customize your learning experience to match your individual goals. Take only the courses you're most interested in.
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Please note: These badges do not represent a landscape industry certification, but rather illustrate the knowledge that you have learned.
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