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Welcome to the Canadian Nursery Landscape Association’s national Landscape Horticulture Certification Program, operated in collaboration with provincial nursery and landscape associations. The new and improved certification program is designed to promote professionalism and maintain standards in nursery and landscape horticulture operations across Canada. Online delivery ensures tests are more convenient to take and accessible.

  • 100% Canadian owned and operated

  • Aligned with Red Seal Occupational Standards

  • Emphasizes safety and safe practices

  • Written tests delivered through Mettl, an online examination system with live proctoring features

  • Option to transition previously earned designations

The Landscape Horticulture Certification Program ensures that professionals from across Canada comply with current standards and industry best practices. Certification is available for Technicians, Designers, and Managers. 

TECHNICIAN

This program is for horticulture industry employees involved in the technical application of skill and knowledge.

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DESIGNER

This program is designed for landscape designers, with a focus on residential and commercial design and build.

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MANAGER

This program is designed for owners and managers of horticulture companies and focuses on core business skills.

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ACCREDITED COMPANY

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This program is for companies that prioritize certification and high standards as a cornerstone of their business.

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EXAM REGISTRATION

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Landscape Horticulture Certification speaks clearly to consumers, is supported and used nationally,
and shows credibility and commitment to best practices.

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Landscape NL - Horticultural Association, Green for Life Logo
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Landscape Nova Scotia - Green for Life Logo
Horticultural Trades Association - Landscape Ontario.com, Green for Life Logo
Landscape Saskatchewan - Green for Life Logo
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