Landscape Maintenance

Landscape Maintenance Certificate Program – 9 week

Course Overview: Designed for individuals impacted by seasonal layoffs, our Landscape Maintenance Certificate Program offers specialized training during the winter months (January – March). This program equips participants with comprehensive skills and knowledge endorsed by the National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP), aiming to transition seasonal work into stable, year-round careers.

Curriculum Highlights:

• Certificate Aligned Training: Receive the NALP’s Certificate for Landscape Management in Fundamentals and Maintenance, covering:
  • First Aid & Safety
  • Landscape Plan Reading & Calculations
  • Introduction to Irrigation System Components & Maintenance
  • Landscape and Turf Equipment Safety & Maintenance
  • Planting, Turf Installation and Maintenance
  • Pest, Tree & Shrub Management
• Localized Learning and Expert Insights: Enhances the NALP curriculum with local garden history, plant care and identification, garden design and landscape construction. Features guest speakers expert in Cape Cod ecosystems and soil.
• Hands-On Experience: Utilizes the CCRTHS Horticulture Capital Skills grant equipment for practical demonstrations in small engine, tools, and machine care. Participants also engage in a comprehensive garden design project.
• Digital and Safety Training: Includes online safety and equipment training certifications through Greenius, alongside the creation of a personal database of Cape Cod plants.
• Professional Preparation: Content from the Massachusetts Certified Landscape Professional study guide aids in plant care and identification, with additional tree and shrub pruning knowledge.

Program Benefits:

• Season-Adapted Schedule: Specifically tailored to provide continuity of skills development during off-peak months.
• Industry-Standard Certification: Achieve credentials that enhance employability and professional credibility.
• Career Transformation: Bridge the gap from seasonal to full-time, year-round employment with advanced training and industry connections.

Who Should Apply: Ideal for those looking to elevate their career prospects within the landscaping industry, seeking comprehensive training, industry-recognized certification, and the opportunity to engage in high-wage skilled work.