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Industry certification adopts Interim Attestation Model
BY EDITH OYOSORO CNLA Professional Development & Policy Coordinator
This January, the CNLA Professional Development Committee (PDC) introduced an interim attestation model to replace video submissions as the method to assess hands-on practical competence for the Certified Landscape Horticulturist Technician (CLHT) certification. This change is intended to simplify and streamline the certification process, while also maintaining industry standards. Written tests will continue to be conducted online for the five CLHT modules: ornamental maintenance, turf maintenance, softscape installation, hardscape installation and irrigation. This will allow candidates to complete the written exams for their
registrants respectively. To increase the awareness of the Landscape Horticulture Certification Program (LHCP), the CNLA and provincial associations will bring a larger presence to its target audience at trade shows, conferences and member engagement events. There will also be an increase in LHCP content shared on CNLA and provincial social media accounts, membership updates and newsletters. By highlighting the stories of member companies and their certified staff, the PDC aspires to demonstrate the merits of certification by showing its value in hiring and career advancement. “This industry changes drastically and quickly based on trends, plant materials
certification at their convenience. Exam registration now covers up to a total of six written tests per module, with retake fees applying beyond this limit. Hands-on practical competencies for each CLHT module requires candidates to secure an experienced professional to attest to their competency in performing the required landscape horticulture tasks to industry standards. To qualify as an attestor, professionals must complete the Attestor Registration Form and submit proof of qualifications to certification@cnla-acpp.ca. Ongoing efforts aim to ensure a seamless transition and adoption of the attestation model for in-progress candidates and new
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