PLNA online coursesPennsylvania Landscape & Nursery Association CEU Requirements
PCH recertification occurs every two years and within that two year time frame you must obtain 24 (twenty-four) Continuing Education Units (CEUs). CEUs can be earned in Education and Service Categories; should you choose to earn/report both types, the total Service CEUs cannot exceed 8 of the 24 CEUs. A recertification fee of $70.00 for PLNA members and $200.00 for non-PLNA members will also be required. Recertification fees will be invoiced at least 45 days prior to your recertification date.
PCH ID Card
In order to keep track of your recertification period, you are issued an official PCH ID card. The card identifies you as a PCH professional in good standing along with your Certificate Number and Certified Through (recertification) date. Carry this card with you to document proof of your certification.
Reporting CEUs
CEUs can be submitted at any time online through the Online Certification Center. To ensure accurate reporting, please refer to the CEU Guideline Grid. The online reporting system requires less documentation to be passed along, however, PLNA suggests that you keep documentation of attendance if any question arises regarding your submissions. Online submissions will be reviewed within one week of submission and you will receive email notification when they are approved. Failure to meet the required number of CEUs or payment of the recertification fee could result in the revocation of your PCH designation. You will be notified if there are any questions regarding your CEU reporting.
Updating your Contact Information
It is imperative that you keep your contact information updated with PLNA. Notices of new and exciting CEU opportunities, recertification reminders and other pertinent PLNA information will be sent periodically. Much of the correspondence will be sent via email so keeping us notified of changes in your contact information allows you to stay informed.
These guidelines along with all the CEU reporting documents can be found on PLNA’s website at www.PLNA.com/page/PCH_Program. Check it out periodically for any updates.
Dual Certification (PCH-SLC)
If you are dual certified (PCH-SLC), the certification renewal date for PCH and SLC will be the same and 12 CEUs of the 24 CEU requirement will need to be toward your Sustainable Landscape Certification. Please refer to each certification for CEU reporting guidelines. Recertification fees will be $70.00 for PLNA members and $200.00 for non-PLNA members.
Questions? Contact Tiffany Carpenter, Certification Coordinator, at 717.283.1673 or tcarpenter@wannerassoc.com.