Value and Benefits of a Virginia Certified Horticulturist Credential

• Recognition as a trained horticulture professional with knowledge of the science, art, cultivation, care and use of plants.
• Recognition as a trained horticulture professional with knowledge the overall green industry.
• A VCH credential is recognized and accepted throughout the State of Virginia. You will be qualified to stamp and approve engineer, landscape architect or design plans requiring plants. This is now a requirement by most Virginia municipality planning boards.
• Pride and confidence in yourself, your work and the industry you represent.
• A VCH credential means you are qualified to offer sound, scientific horticultural advice to clients, retail customers, nursery sales, landscape installation (residential or commercial) or lawn maintenance projects.
• Career advancement | Increased teamwork | Enhanced employability.
• Demonstrates commitment to your profession and the overall industry.
• Offers opportunities to network with other like-minded professionals.
• Gain exposure to a wider range of educational programs, events and other engaged professionals.

The Virginia Nursery & Landscape Association owns the Virginia Certified Horticulturist credential. The Virginia Nursery & Landscape Association is a 501c6 nonprofit and is a statewide trade association for nursery, landscape and green industry professionals.