History
The Associated Landscape Contractors of America (ALCA) was founded in 1961. In collaboration withCourses and certification
Landscape Industry Certified is a broad but powerful distinction for individuals who have taken their experience, skills and desire for excellence to the next level by studying, testing and becoming certified. They stay on top of their game by maintaining their certification every two years through recertification.Certifications offered
;Landscape Technician Certification (offered in English and Spanish) The Landscape Industry Certified Technician certification is designed for experienced and knowledgeable technicians working in softscape or hardscape installation, maintenance and/or irrigation. ;Business Manager Certification The Landscape Industry Certified Business Manager certification is designed for experienced and knowledgeable landscape business owners or managers, or those on the management fast-track.Retired certifications
Horticulture Technician Certification, Lawn Care Technician Certification, Interior Technician Certification, and Lawn Care Manager Certification (now offered as the Principles of Turfgrass Management certificate course)Online certificate courses offered
;Landscape Management Certificate The Landscape Management Certificate Program foundational education in the areas of landscape installation services, irrigation, landscape maintenance and fundamentals. The coursework may be taken separately (1 specialty + Fundamentals) or as a bundle (3 specialty + Fundamentals). ;Principles of Turfgrass Management Certificate In a partnership between NALP and the University of Georgia, lawn care and turfgrass professionals can enroll in the Principles of Turfgrass Management Certificate Program (formerly called the Lawn Care Manager Certification) and expand their knowledge in all aspects of turf management.Events
The association hosts a number of educational events throughout the year. These include Renewal and Remembrance at Arlington National Cemetery and on the National Mall, the National Collegiate Landscape Competition, Leader's Forum, as well as hosting ELEVATE - the national conference for landscape and lawn care professionals.References
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