The OVLC is pleased to present the groundbreaking California Native Landscaper Certification Course by the Theodore Payne Foundation. This is a job-training program for landscape professionals developed and taught by highly respected native plant experts. Designed with the professional —and the aspiring professional— in mind, this course is offered with hours that include nights and weekends as well as recordings that can be accessed anytime. At the end of the course, you’ll get a certificate of completion and learn how to promote your business.
16 hours of online instruction (8 weekday evenings)
4 hours of in-person instruction (1 Saturday)
Includes digital handbook
Includes access to the TPF Professional Education Portal website with downloadable course materials and curriculum outlines
Includes printed native plant flashcards
Registration is open!
COURSE SCHEDULE
8 hours of online instruction
12 hours of in-person instruction
Tuesday, August 11th
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM, Online via Zoom
Thursday, August 13th
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM, Online via Zoom
Tuesday, August 18th
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM, Online via Zoom
Thursday, August 20th
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM, Online via Zoom
Tuesday, August 25th
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM, Online via Zoom
Thursday, August 27th
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM, Online via Zoom
Tuesday, September 1st
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM, Online via Zoom
Thursday, September 3rd
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM, Online via Zoom
Saturday, September 5th
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, In Person: Ranch, Ventura, CA
COURSE MATERIALS
Physical handbook
Access to the TPF Professional Education Portal website with downloadable course materials and curriculum outlines
Printed native plant flashcards