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Certified Green Industry Professional (CGIP)

 

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 Manual Order Form
 
CGIP Manuals Update as of JUNE 1, 2010:  
THE FOLLOWING CGIP MANUALS ARE COMPLETE AND AVAILABLE FOR ORDER AND DISTRIBUTION:
 
  1. Core Manual
  2. Landscape Contractor Manual
  3. Landscape Designer Manual
  4. Landscape Manager Manual
The CGIP Specialty Manuals continue to be a work in progress and are approaching their completion. 
When the manuals are ready for release, a notice will be sent out via fax and e-mail to MNLA 
Members and current CGIPs and will also be posted here on this page of MNLA's website. Those 
who sent in orders ahead of time or asked to be contacted when the manuals were available for 
purchase will be notified directly. 
 
The CGIP Committee appreciates your interest in the revised Certification Program, as well as 
your patience in waiting for the completion of this extensive project.
 
CGIP Application:
 
CGIP Exam Schedule and Registration: 
EXAM REVIEW:  November 4, 2010 at the MNLA Office, Okemos, MI
CERTIFICATION EXAM: November 10, 2010 at the MNLA Office, Okemos, MI
CERTIFICATION CENTRAL - REVIEW & EXAM: January 12, 2011 at the Great Lakes Trade Expo in Grand Rapids, MI
 
Additional exams will be scheduled throughout 2011. More information regarding the content of the exam as well as the application and registration forms will be sent in a future mailing.
 
The CGIP Program requires 6 CEU’s 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. 
 
Please submit the CEU Record Form with your renewal dues.
 
 
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…
 
Marilyn Breu, SWMLA
Wedel's Nursery, Florist & Garden Center, Kalamazoo
schubru@msn.com
 
Susana Ditter, SEMNLA
Lowe's
EGardens43@aol.com
 
Gregg Watt, SVNLA
Kluck Nursery, Saginaw
greggwatt@klucknursery.com
 
Barbara Balgoyen, WMNLA
Walters Gardens, Inc.
blbwaltersgardens.com
 
Joe Kudwa, GALNA
Agroscaping, Inc., Swartz Creek
agroscaping@usol.com
 
Dr. Robert E. Schutzki
Michigan State University, East Lansing
schutzki@msu.edu
 
John Stone, AGRLP
Michigan State University
j57jstone@hotmail.com
 
Member-at-Large
Steven Thoms
Thoms Bros. Landscaping, Inc.
steventhoms@thomsbros.com

 

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