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Certified Irrigation Experts

Irrigation Certification
Increasingly, professionally designed and maintained landscapes are recognized as integral components to the landscape and therefore to property values. Irrigation is an essential part of maintaining the landscape investment and aligning with environmental stewardship best practices today and tomorrow. Responsible water management is now an important part of sound environmental practices.

New technologies have made irrigation systems more affordable and easier to operate and maintain than ever before. As a result, the irrigation industry has witnessed an unprecedented growth over the past decade and will continue to expand into the future. While good news for the industry, this expansion has not been problem-free. As more and more people and companies enter the field, a general lack of knowledge of appropriate system design, proper installation and maintenance procedures and an inconsistency in pricing structures threatens the reputation of the industry overall.

To respond to these challenges, the Irrigation Association has researched existing Certification programs to ensure that Irrigation Contractors and their employees have the opportunity to become educated and competent on best practices that meet industry standards. The Irrigation Association is pleased to announce that they will adopt the Certification programs developed by the Irrigation Association. Training and certification opportunities will be made available to the industry this winter. See "Irrigation Seminars" below.

What is the Certification Program?
The Certified Irrigation Technician program was developed to prove a minimum standard of competency in irrigation design and installation. This program includes a home study guide and a two-hour written examination, held at least twice every year.

Demonstrate Your Commitment
Certified irrigation professionals are committed to managing water efficiently. Committed to keeping current with the latest techniques and technology. And committed to investing in themselves by upgrading their knowledge and skills.

Certification is more than just initials after your name. It takes experience and knowledge, time and money. But the rewards "personal and professional" are substantial.

Find out how you can become a certified irrigation professional. Simply click on one of the credentials below to learn more about program requirements, register for a certification exam or prepare to ace the test.

"To make it easier on you, the above exams are available through IA-certfied test centers in Ontario. Registration is still completed through www.irrigation.org and must be complete at least 30 prior to your test date."

Not sure which program is right for you? Find out here or download the complete certification candidate handbook.

The Certified Irrigation Technician designation following January 1st 2011, will no longer be available. As the Industry changes so must our Certifications. The Irrigation Sector Group is proud to promote the Irrigation Association Certifications, as they have created a well rounded Certification which we recognize as favorable to the Industry and our Certifications. Past CIT's will keep their designations and are encouraged to continue with their education, demonstrate their commitment, and too become Certified through the various specialized Certifications put forward by the Irrigation Association (see above).

Irrigation Seminars
Landscape Ontario offers seminars for the Irrigation Sector, including prep classes for the Irrigation Association Exams. For more information, view our online Seminar Guide.

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