Michigan's Nursery and Landscape Industry's Standard of Excellence
The Certified Green Industry Professional (CGIP) is the recognized Certification Program for the Nursery and Landscape Industry in the State of Michigan. Industry leaders originally established the Program in 1980 as Michigan Certified Nurseryman (MCN). The program was revised and renamed in 2010 in order to more effectively represent all aspects of the Green Industry and to remain relevant to consumers. Though the name has changed, the standard of excellence remains the same. The Certified Green Industry Professional (CGIP) designation indicates experience, knowledge, and dedication on the part of the individual. Set yourself and your company apart by investing in certification for yourself and your employees.
In today's market, certification gives you and your company a competitive edge. The Certified Green Industry Professional (CGIP) Program allows you to specialize in one or more of the following areas:
• Michigan Certified Nurseryman
• Michigan Certified Landscape Contractor
• Michigan Certified Landscape Manager
• Michigan Certified Landscape Designer
• Michigan Certified Garden Retailer
CGIP Study Manuals
Study Manuals are available for the Core and each Specialty listed above. CLICK HERE to download the order form (PDF)
CGIP Application & Registration:
Are you a first time applicant? CLICK HERE to download an Application (PDF)
Are you retaking an exam or adding a Specialty? CLICK HERE to Register (PDF)
**Landscape Designer Specialty - This Specialty has a prerequisite approval of design work. CLICK HERE to download the guidelines for this submittal (PDF)
CGIP Exam Schedule and Registration:
EXAM REVIEW: JANUARY 11, 2012 from 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM at the Great Lakes Trade Expo, DeVos Place, Grand Rapids
CERTIFICATION EXAM: JANUARY 11, 2012 at 10:00 AM
Please register before December 28, 2011 for the Landscape Designer Specialty Exam.
For all other exams, please register before January 4, 2012.
Contact Kristin Faasse if you would like to host this CGIP Exam. (800) 879-6652 or kfaasse@mnla.org
More information regarding the content of the exam as well as the application and registration forms will be sent in a future mailing.
CEUs
The CGIP Program requires 6 CEUs per year for annual renewal. A CEU is defined as one hour of education and may be obtained by attending any seminar or workshop directly related to the Green Industry or your employment. There are many sources of educational opportunities available which include programs sponsored by MNLA and our affiliated Chapters throughout the state, other related organizations, MSU Extension, programs sponsored by individual companies, gardens, arboretums and educational institutions, as well as any seminars or workshops you present. FIND CEU OPPORTUNITIES NEAR YOU!
Please submit the CEU Record Form with your renewal dues.
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CGIP Committee
The mission of the CGIP Committee is to carry out the policies of the MNLA Board of Directors and to maintain the integrity and overall quality of the CGIP program…
Susana Ditter
Oakland County Parks & Recreation
EGardens43@aol.com
Gregg Watt
Kluck Nursery, Saginaw
greggwatt@klucknursery.com
Joe Kudwa
Agroscaping, Inc., Swartz Creek
agroscaping@usol.com
Dr. Robert E. Schutzki
Michigan State University, East Lansing
schutzki@msu.edu
John Stone
Michigan State University
j57jstone@hotmail.com
Steven Thoms
Thoms Bros. Landscaping, Inc.
steventhoms@thomsbros.com
Roger DeLong
Double L Enterprises, Inc.
roger@doublelonline.com