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FNGLA CERTIFIED LANDSCAPE TECHNICIAN |
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The FCLT program is designed for employees of landscape contracting, maintenance or design build firms, as well as government agencies, parks departments and developers. The FCLT program is designed to promote and recognize professionalism among landscape technicians who work in the field, but are not involved in the business side of the landscape operation. Those qualified to sit for the FCLT exam must have a minimum of one year experience in the horticulture/landscape industry and complete the FCHP certification. If you meet this criterion, you are eligible to become certified and proudly display the FCLT emblem on your uniform, business card, business signs and in your business. |
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For more information on the FCLT 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 |
Those qualified to sit for the FCLT exam must have a minimum of one year experience in the horticulture/landscape industry. FCHP certification is also a prerequisite for the FCLT. If you are not already FCHP certified, please begin your professional commitment with the FCHP exam. When you meet these criteria, you are eligible to become certified and proudly display the FCLT emblem on your uniform, business card, business signs and in your business. |
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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 FCLT exam is $385 ($220 for FNGLA members). You must add the cost of the FCHP certification exam, if you are not already certified as an FCHP. The field FCLT exam is available throughout the state, three to four times a year times a year. Registrants attaining a passing grade on the examination are certified for a three-year period. |
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Exam Information |
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FCHP certification is a pre-requisite for the FCLT certification. |
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The FCLT certification field exams are offered three to four times a year 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 to demonstrate knowledge in landscape best management practices. |
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The FCLT exam is a 1-day exam of 8 demanding hours. Each FCLT section must be passed with a minimum 75% in order to earn the FCLT certification. The one day field 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 field exam sections required of FCLT applicant: |
FCLT Field Exam Sections |
Plant Identification |
Plan Layout |
Tree Installation |
Grading & Drainage |
Job Evaluation |
Palm Banding Propping |
Instrument Operation |
Irrigation Operation & Repair |
Pruning |
Equipment Operation |
Hardscape |
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Online Continuing Education |
FCLT Certification is maintained by completing a minimum of 15 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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