What are TNLA Certifications
all about?
 TNLA certifications provide Texas consumers a means of creating,
identifying, and promoting professionalism in the nursery
and landscape industry. Established in 1976 by the Texas Nursery
& Landscape Association, TNLA certifications are not related
to any state-authorized program.
Benefits
Certification is of benefit to the Green
Industry, to Green Industry businesses,
and to Green Industry business employees
Green Industry Benefits
- Allows the industry to regulate itself in the absence
of state licenses
- Educates the public and consumers about nursery and landscape
services
- Increases professionalism and credibility
Businesses
- Creates a competitive advantage that sets companies apart
from the competition
- Educates staff and assures customers they are working
with knowledgeable professionals
- Enables companies to have a marketing tool to generate
new business and maintain current customers
Individuals
- Enhances an employee's value and self-esteem
- Increases an individual's job prospects within the industry
- Communicates to the consumer they are receiving reliable
information and strengthens customer relations
Landscape contractor supervisors, owners, and managers qualify
for this self-study course followed by an exam. The exam covers
20 topics including management, landscape and irrigation design,
resource efficiency, building materials, botany, turf, and
pruning.
Retail nursery employees, managers and owners qualify for
this self study course consisting of 4 parts: Plant Culture,
Plant Identification, merchandising, and Landscape Design.
Texas Master Certified Nursery Professional (TMCNP) course is designed for nursery professionals that have already achieved TCNP status. It enhances the intensive summary of skills and knowledge that you have already achieved as a TCNP and updates that knowledge with the latest information, research, and technology. . |
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