FNGLA Certifications

What is FNGLA Certification all about?

FNGLA certification provides Florida’s nursery and landscape industry personnel with the opportunity to earn professional designations distinguishing themselves from others. With the first certification program taking root in 1984, FNGLA’s certifications are a true mark of distinction.

Through extensive written and practical exams, Florida’s nursery and landscape professionals demonstrate proficiency in general horticultural knowledge, plant and pest identification, legal and regulatory issues and fertilizer use, in addition to Best Management Practices, landscape design, landscape installation and landscape management principles.

The links below provide full information for professionals wishing to earn FNGLA's certifications. For certification of high school students, please visit FNGLA's TeachHort page.

Available Certifications

FNGLA Certified Horticulture Professional

FCHP

Online exam that demonstrates core knowledge in Florida's nursery and landscape industry.

FNGLA Certified Landscape Maintenance Technician

FCLMT

Hands-on/written exam which measures skills specific to landscape maintenance technicians.

FNGLA Certified Landscape Technician

FCLT

Hands-on field exam that demonstrates skills in landscape installation techniques.

FNGLA Certified Landscape Irrigation Service Technician

FCLIST

Hands-on/written exam which measures skills specific to landscape irrigation service technicians.

FNGLA Certified Pest Management Technician

FCPMT

FCPMT targets employees of landscape firms, nursery and greenhouse growers, and state, county, and municipal government employees.

Florida Water Star Accredited Professional

FWS-AP

Professional Accreditation for irrigation and landscape professionals.

FNGLA Certified Landscape Designer

FCLD

Advanced certification for professional landscape designers.

FNGLA Certified Landscape Contractor

FCLC

Advanced certification for professional landscape contractors.