Maintenance Technician

FCLMT

FNGLA Certified Landscape Maintenance Technician

What is FCLMT?

FNGLA's Certified Landscape Maintenance Technician (FCLMT) program is designed to measure the skills of practicing landscape maintenance technicians. This certification relies heavily on Green Industries Best Management Practices.

  • Targets employees of landscape maintenance firms and state, county and municipal government employees.
  • One year of prior industry work experience is recommended.
  • Although recommended, no prior training is required.
  • Valid for a three-year period. Requires 15 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) to maintain this certification.

Manual

The FNGLA Landscape Maintenance manual is a useful study guide for the FCLMT exam. It provides information on the specifications and procedures for the exam, but is also a useful tool for the landscape industry. 

  • Cost - $40 for FNGLA member, and $55 for nonmembers. 

FCLMT Manual

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Study Help

  • FNGLA's plant identification site contains flashcards, and other study materials to help you prepare to take your FNGLA certification exam. The site is located at: www.fnglaplantid.com

Training

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  • FNGLA has created several exam review materials to help you prepare to take FNGLA's FCLMT certification exam. Click here to purchase.

Trainings are available at a variety of locations across the state. For more information, check out FNGLA's event calendar.

 Testing

Onsite FCLMT testing is offered statewide at various times throughout the year. See upcoming testing dates here.

Registration is required 30 days prior to scheduled exam. To apply to take the exam, fill out an online registration form.

About the FCLMT Exam

FNGLA's FCLMT exam is a day-long exam. Each FCLMT field exam section must be passed with a minimum 70% in order to earn the FCLMT certification. The exam encompasses the following field exam sections:

  • Plant ID
  • Pest Management
  • Fertilization
  • Truck & Trailer
  • Irrigation
  • Pruning
  • Site Evaluation
  • Turf Management

Exam Fees

  • $220 for FNGLA members and $330 for nonmembers.