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FNGLA CERTIFIED LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR |
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The FNGLA Certified Landscape Contractor (FCLC) program is the only standard in Florida for measuring the knowledge of practicing landscape contractors. Administered by FNGLA, the program is designed to promote professionalism and raise the standards of Florida's landscape industry. FCLC also provides a way for government agencies, landscape architects, companies and individuals to choose qualified professionals in a state that does not require licensing of landscape contractors. In fact, FCLC has been included in the specifications of many state and local agencies, requiring that anyone bidding on particular jobs hold an FCLC designation. More than 250 landscape professionals have earned the FNGLA Certified Landscape Contractor designation. |
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For more information on the FCLC program:
Contact: Merry Mott or Marilyn Sileven
Phone: 800 375-3642 or 407 295-7994
E-mail: mmott@fngla.org. |
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Eligibility |
The FCLC program is designed for owners and managers of landscape contracting, maintenance or design build firms, as well as government agencies, parks departments and developers. Those qualified to sit for the FCLC exam must have a minimum of three years experience in the horticulture/landscape industry with one of those years in Florida. FCHP certification is also a prerequisite for the FCLC. If you are not already FCHP certified, please begin your professional commitment with the FCHP exam. |
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Landscape Manual |
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Training |
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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 FCLC exam is $525 ($300 for FNGLA members). You must add the cost of the FCHP certification exam, if you are not already certified as an FCHP. The field portion of the FCLC exam is available at select locations throughout the state. The written portions of the FCLC exam are available online. Registrants attaining a passing grade on the examination are certified for a three-year period during which time the certified professional must earn 30 hours of continuing education. |
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Exam Information |
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The FCHP certification is a pre-requisite for the FCLC certification. |
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The online FCLC Certification Exam is available for 60 days upon application approval and is best if taken 30 days prior to the field exam. Landscape certification field exams are offered three to four times a year in different locations throughout Florida. Current field exam sites are located in Chipley, Lake City, Vero Beach, St. Petersburg and Ft. Lauderdale. Candidates must pass a comprehensive 11-part field exam and 4-part online exam to demonstrate knowledge in landscape contracting practices. |
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The FCLC exam is a 2-day exam encompassing field and written exams. Each section must be passed with a minimum 75% in order to earn the FCLC certification. The one day field FCLC exam will include an assigned schedule with breaks and lunch for completing all field portions with 5 minutes for moving to the next station. |
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Following are the exam sections required of FCLC applicant: |
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FCLC Written Exam Sections
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FCLC Field Exam Sections
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Landscape Laws
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Plant Identification
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Accounting
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Plan Layout
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Estimating
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Tree Installation
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Construction Documents
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Grading & Drainage
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Job Evaluation
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Palm Banding & Propping
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Instrument Operation
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Irrigation Operation & Repair
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Pruning
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Equipment Operation
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Hardscape
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Online Continuing Education |
FCHP Certification is maintained by completing a minimum of 30 contact hours of continuing education (CEUs)
Online CEUs are available 24 hours, seven days a week. You set your CEU schedule to meet your needs.
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