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Earn the Landscape Industry Certified Lawn Care Manager (formerly known as CTP) designation by enrolling in the Principles of Turfgrass Management a distance-based, self-study certificate course offered through the University of Georgia. PLANET members receive a discount.

The self-study program has 14 lessons appropriate for all regions of the United States.  Candidates have 12 months to complete the course.

1.  Turfgrass Growth, Development and Physiology
2.  Turfgrass Characterization, Identification and Adaptation
3.  Soils
4.  Establishment
5.  Fertilization
6.  Mowing
7.  Irrigation
  (Take Proctored Exam #1 covering Lesson 1-7)

8.  Weeds
9.  Insects
10.Turfgrass Diseases
11.Pesticides
12.Turfgrass and the Environment
13. Turfgrass Trouble-shooting
14. Customer Relations
   (Take Proctored Exam #2 covering Lesson 8-14)

Both exams must be passed with a score of 70% or better.  Candidates arrange to take the exam at a nearby college or university.

PROGRAM COSTS

Valid through June 30, 2010:
PLANET, GCSAA, and STMA Members ... $265
Non-Members ... $325
2-7 from same organization ... $305
8 or more from same organization ... $290

Shipping and handling outside U.S. ... Add $50 per enrollment Prices are subject to change.

Beginning July 1, 2010:
PLANET, GCSAA, and STMA Members ... $319
Non-Members ... $379
2-7 from same organization ... $359
8 or more from same organization ... $339

Shipping and handling outside U.S. ... Add $50 per enrollment
Prices are subject to change.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION

Read more about the "Principles of Turfgrass Management"
Visit the Course Site

Web: Register for the course online -- Credit card only.

Phone: Call (706) 542-3537 or (800) 811-6040 (toll free in the U.S.) and complete your registration over the telephone -- Credit Card Only.

NEED FOR SPECIAL TEST CONDITIONS OR ACCOMMODATIONS

Professional Landcare Network complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by offering candidates with documented disabilities the opportunity to request necessary aids and services that do not fundamentally alter the assessment process.  Please contact the Professional Landcare Network office to secure an application form for this assistance.  Applications for  accommodations must be submitted at least 45 days prior to your scheduled examination date.


If you have questions, contact Professional Landcare Network by phone, (800) 395-2522, or e-mail certification@landcarenetwork.org.
 
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Successful Professional Landcare Network certification examinees receive the following to assist them in the promotion of their prestigious achievement:

• Lapel pin
• Certificate of achievement
• Camera-ready logo slick
• Press release for use in publicizing accomplishment