Spring 2026 Continuing Education for Plant Professionals
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Collapse ▲Spring Program Schedule
Pond Management Workshop
March 31st | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. | 6206 Oleander Drive, Wilmington
Regional Turfgrass Conference
March 17, 2026 | Various Times | 6206 Oleander Drive, Wilmington, NC
This program provides pest management information concentrating on turfgrass management. We will focus on commercial and residential landscapes, but it is also applicable to other managed turfgrass areas. All presentations are made by NC State University faculty or extension associates.
Registration: Morning Conference Registration: Afternoon Conference
Certified Plant Professionals Review & Exam
April 6 – 7 | 9 a.m. | 6206 Oleander Drive, Wilmington, NC
The Certified Plant Professionals review and exam is ideal for professionals and for those looking to learn more about what knowledge is required to become a Certified Plant Professional. This review focuses on plant identification and questions from the CPP study manual, followed by the exam on April 7.
Registration: CPP Review Registration: CPP Exam
Pesticide Safety School
May 12 – 13, 2026 | 6206 Oleander Drive, Wilmington, NC
The spring 2026 Pesticide Safety Schools are designed for individuals seeking initial licensing in one or more pesticide subcategories. Whether you work in agriculture, landscaping, pest control, or other fields requiring pesticide application, this two-day training provides the foundational knowledge needed to obtain your license.
Information & Registration: Pesticide Safety School
Innovations in Plant Breeding for the Nursery and Landscape Industry by Dr. Tom Ranney
May 19 | Time TBD | 6206 Oleander Drive, Wilmington, NC
Presentation by NC State’s Dr. Tom Ranney. Please check back for more information.
SCM Maintenance and Inspection Certification
June 10 – 11 | 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. & 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. | 6206 Oleander Drive, Wilmington, NC
This certification program trains professionals in stormwater regulations, stormwater management devices used in NC, and inspection and maintenance requirements. This class is ideal for commercial landscapers, property managers, homeowner associations, professional engineers, as well as municipal and county landscape personnel.