Landscape Industry Certified Manager Sessions (Various Dates - Sussex)

LNB is offering those interested in getting their CLP (Landscape Industry Certified Manager) designation a chance to review and test each of the 7 modules over a 3 day period.

CLP - Exterior Production 1/2 day Thurs, Jan 27, 2011
CLP - Leadership, Corp. Citizenship 1/2 day Thurs, Jan 27, 2011
CLP - Risk Contracts & Legal 1/2 day Wed, Feb 02, 2011
CLP - Marketing & Sales Management 1/2 day Wed, Feb 02, 2011
CLP - Strategic Planning 1/2 day Thurs, Feb 03, 2011
CLP - Human Resource Management 1/2 day Thurs, Feb 03, 2011
CLP - Financial Management Wed, Feb 09, 2011

Cost: $25.00 plus HST per session (exam fee's extra)

Call the LNB office for more information or to register: 1.866.752.6862

Xero Flor Canada Installer Workshop (February 16, 2011 - Moncton)

This half day workshop will cover an introduction to Xero Flor green roof systems, will provide a number of case studies, maintenance and warrenty, and a demonstration and practical period.

Cost: $30.00 plus HST (per person) - includes nutrition break.

Click here for more information and to register for this workshop

ACES - All Commodity Education Sessions (February 22-23, 2011 - Sussex)

ACES is a two-day workshop for all green industry commodities - sessions will cover topics that are of interest to owners and managers of the following types of companies:

• Landscape Construction Professionals
• Landscape Maintenance Professionals
• Greenhouse Operators
• Nursery Operators
• Tree Specialists
• Garden Centre Operators
• Lawn Care Specialists
• Turf Producers
• Golf Course Professionals

General sessions will be offered as well as break out sessions for landscape or garden centre/nursery, as well as networking opportunities and a reception on February 22nd. 

Current Speakers and Topics Include:

• Paul Kearley (NB) - Communication and Enthusiasm
• Jeff Morton (NS) - Perennials in the Landscape, Grasses, and Groundcovers
• Bill Hardy (BC) - Using Technology to Improve your Business
• Mel Norton (NB) - Hiring and Firing...Your Assumptions Might be Wrong
• Clinton Pinks (NS) - Getting Back to Basics, and The Relationship Between The Architect and The Landscaper
• Mark Evans (NS) - The Relationship Between The Architect and The Landscaper
• Fred Hann (NB) - The Future of the Green Industry

Click here to download our registration form and sponsorship opportunities.

Thank you to our gold event sponsor R.D. Pond Sales, silver sponsors Co-op Atlantic and Cardwell Farms, and our coffee break sponsors Envirem Organics Inc, Halifax Seed, Terra Blends, and Scott's Nursery Ltd.! Thank you to the Government of New Brunswick for their generous support by funding our speaker program through the "Growing Forward" program.

Gold Event Sponsors     Silver Event Sponsors Coffee Break Sponsors Funding Provided by:

IPM Symposium (February 24, 2011 - Sussex)

The Annual IPM Symposium is back for 2011, following ACES, in Sussex. Click here to download the event program and registration form.

Precast Modular Block (PMB) Installation Workshop (March 16, 2011 - Hotel Moncton)

This half day workshop will cover an introduction to Xero Flor green roof systems, will provide a number of case studies, maintenance and warrenty, and a demonstration and practical period.

Cost: $100.00 plus HST (per person) for members, $130.00 plus HST (per person) for non-members.

Click here for more information and to register for this workshop

Thank you to our sponsor, Redi Rock!

Pruning Course (March 31, 2011 - Charlottetown, PEI)

Come out to LPEI's upcoming Pruning Course and J. Frank Gaudet Nursery, from 9:00am-4:00pm on March 31st. Registraton includes lunch and all proceeds go to support Landscape PEI! This will be a great networking and learning opportunity for all participants.

Cost: $35.00 for LPEI members and $40.00 for potential members (plus HST)

Click here for more information and to register for this course

HortEast Trade Show and Conference 2011

November 21-23, 2011
HortEast (Moncton Coliseum Complex, Moncton NB) - For more information on HortEast including seminar information and certification opportunities, visit www.horteast.ns.ca

Certification Opportunities

Are you thinking of improving on your current skills and giving yourself an edge over your competitors for the upcoming season?  You may want to consider taking part in the certification programs that are offered through the Atlantic Region Certification Committee to achieve your Landscape Industry Certified designation in any one of the following specialties:  Technician, Retail Horticulturist, Designer, and/or Manager.

If you are interested getting certified, please contact Julia Ricottone, Atlantic Region Certification Coordinator, at 1-888-446-3499, or julia@canadanursery.com, or scroll down for exam applications and study guide order forms.

Landscape Industry Certified Technician
The Landscape Industry Certified Technician program is designed for employees in the horticulture industry who are involved in the technical application of skill and knowledge. It is available in five classifications: Softscape Installation, Hardscape Installation, Turf Maintenance, Ornamental Maintenance and Interior Landscaping.

Check Out a very helpful video about the Landscape Industry Certified Technician program. Please keep in mind that it is also referred to as Certified Landscape Technician (CLT). Running time - 5 mins.

Click to download: CLT Promotional Video / The Evaluation_Station Descriptions

Click here for Upcoming Landscape Industry Certified Technician Tests

Landscape Industry Certified Retail Horticulturist
The Landscape Industry Certified Retail Horticulturist program is designed for employees in the Retail Garden Centre sector who are involved in the technical application of skill and knowledge.

Click here for Upcoming Landscape Industry Certified Retail Horticulturist Tests

Landscape Industry Certified Designer
The Landscape Industry Certified Designer program is designed for true landscape designers, with a focus on residential design/build. This certification is earned through a two part process, first a written evaluation followed by a portfolio review by industry professionals. A combination of seven years of education and experience is highly recommended before registering for the Landscape Industry Certified Designer program.

Click here for more information on Landscape Industry Certified Designer and Exam Application

Click here for Upcoming Landscape Industry Certified Designer Test Opportunities

Landscape Industry Certified Manager
The Landscape Industry Certified Manager program is designed for owners and managers of horticulture companies. By focusing on core business skills required to run a successful operation. Candidates earn their designation by successfully completing a series of seven written evaluations.

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Landscape Industry Certified Manager Exam Application / Study Series Order Form

Click here for Upcoming Landscape Industry Certified Manager Test Opportunities