Level 1 is a baseline credential in design, installation, and maintenance of sustainable landscapes, with emphasis on how to properly maintain stormwater best management practices.
Level 1 consists of a two- or three-day class, access to our online videos, webinar series, study materials, and a written exam. The course incorporates interactive classroom instruction on conservation landscaping topics (soils, native plants, habitat, natural communities, and invasive plant management) and stormwater best management practices (BMPs), with a field-based practicum. Level 1 also teaches visual inspection and verification of BMPs. The cost for Level 1 is $475.
Candidates seeking certification at this level must have at least one of the following qualifications:
1. Professional Work Experience in Landscaping or Related Field
2. A Degree or Certificate in Related Field of Study
3. A Professional Certification Which Requires Continuing Education to Maintain the Credential
Level 1 Includes:
Online Webinar Series – included in Level 1 registration fee – also available for a fee to those not seeking certification- View full list of webinar options.
Required Training Class, taught over three non-consecutive days, live online and in the field
Required Written Exam
Recertification – CBLP requires recertification every two years. Certified professionals must complete and log 20 Continuing Education Units (CEUS) every two years to maintain their certification.
In-Person Options, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM:
February 11-12 – Chevy Chase, MD (snow dates: February 26-27)
February 20-21 – Lower Allen Township, PA (snow dates: March 4-5)
February 27-28 -Norfolk, VA (snow dates: March 3-4)
March 6-7 – Centreville, VA (snow dates: March 18-19)
Hybrid Option (two online sessions plus one field practicum)
Online Session: January 28 & 30, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:15 PM, via Zoom
Field day options:
February 12 – Chevy Chase, MD (snow date: February 27)
February 21 – Lower Allen Township, PA (snow date: March 5)
February 28 – Norfolk, VA (snow date: March 4)
February 27- Seaford, DE (snow date: March 6)
March 7 – Centreville, VA (snow date: March 19)
March 7 – Charlottesville, VA (snow date: March 18)
