Certified Nursery Professionals-NCNLP

The Nebraska Certified Nursery and Landscape Professional program was established to promote the professionalism of individuals within our industry. A rigorous three-part test, which covers plant identification, landscape, and the NCNLP manual, must be successfully completed. NCNLP testing takes place at least once a year. Manuals may be purchased online or through the NNLA office (402) 381-7154.

To retain the NCNLP status, 5.0 hours of continuing education must be completed every year. Renewal notices are sent out in the fall. Continuing education includes attendance at the NNLA Winter Conference, Nebraska Eastern Summer Field Day, Nebraska Western Summer Field Day, NNLA Workshops, the Western Conference, or other national events.

Testing and Study Material

The Nebraska Certified Nursery and Landscape Professional test is held at least once a year.  The registration and manual can be purchased online – click here to order and register or click on the events/calendar tab.

Next Test Date:

The next testing date is not currently scheduled but tentatively planned for summer 2021

Contact the NNLA office for additional details at jennifer@youraam.com or phone (402) 381-7154.

Approved Continuing Education Events

Organizations, outside of NNLA, that may have programs eligible for continuing education:

• Nebraska Arborists Association

• Nebraska Turfgrass Association

• Nebraska Statewide Arboretum (NSA)

• The GreenExpo

• ProGreen Expo (Colorado Nursery and Greenhouse Assoc)

• Ecological Landscape Alliance

• GardenPRO Conference

• Perennial Plant Association

• American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA)

• Iowa Shade Tree Short Course

• Western Nursery and Landscape Association (The Western Show)

• Minnesota Nursery and Landscape Association (MNLA) Northern Green Show

• Association of Professional Landscape Designers (APLD)

• National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP)

• Garden Writers Association

• Cultivate (AmericanHort)