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FNGLA CERTIFIED HORTICULTURE PROFESSIONAL |
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The Florida Nursery, Growers & Landscape Association Certified Horticulture Professional (FCHP) program is the industry's only standard for measuring horticulture knowledge on everything from plant and pest identification to landscape management.. FCHP promotes professionalism among horticulture professionals, including nursery, greenhouse, landscape and retail garden center employees. The FCHP program has been in existence for more than 20 years with 1,100 certified professionals statewide. FCHP serves as the core for all of FNGLA's landscape certifications, therefore should be considered the first step in a professional's certification process. |
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For more information on the FCHP program:
Contact: Merry Mott or Marilyn Sileven
Phone: 800 375-3642 or 407 295-7994
E-mail: msileven@fngla.org. |
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Eligibility |
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The FCHP program is designed for persons working in the horticulture industry or those studying to enter the field. If you meet the criteria, you are eligible to become certified and proudly display the FCHP emblem on your uniform and in your business. |
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Employed in Florida horticulture for 90 days prior to application. |
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Full-time student in an accredited horticulture program (or graduated within the preceding 18 months) |
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Instructor of horticulture |
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Member of the Florida Nursery, Growers & Landscape Association (FNGLA) |
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Manual |
Candidates for the FNGLA Certified Horticulture Professional exam must purchase the FNGLA Certified Horticulture Professional (FCHP) Manual. The cost is $65 for FNGLA members and $95 for non-members, plus the sales tax rate in your county. |
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Training is available across the state for professionals interested in earning a professional certification through FNGLA. Online courses specifically designed to assist professionals in the successful completion of FNGLA’s certifications are available through the Green Industries Institute at www.greenindustries.org, at FNGLA’s trade shows FNATS and TPIE and through other hands-on and classroom courses. |
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Fees |
The cost of the FCHP exam is $140 ($80 for FNGLA members. Registrants attaining a passing grade on the examination are certified for a three-year period. Renewal is accomplished by completing a minimum of 15 contact hours of continuing education (CEUs) or by retaking the examination. |
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Exam Information |
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Candidates must pass a comprehensive four-part written exam to demonstrate knowledge about plant identification, disease and insect control, plant biology water conservation, landscape management, and safety. |
The FCHP exam is a 3-hour online test measuring proficiency in horticultural practices. The three sections of the exam are Plant Identification, Horticultural Practices, Safety and Open Book. Each section must be passed with a minimum 70% in order to earn the FCHP certification. |
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FCHP Written Exam Sections |
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Plant Identification |
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Horticultural Practices |
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Safety |
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Open Book |
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Online Continuing Education |
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FCHP Certification is maintained by completing a minimum of 15 contact hours of continuing education (CEUs) or by retaking the online examination every three years. |
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Online CEUs are available 24 hours, seven days a week. You set your CEU schedule to meet your needs. |
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