The California Certified Nursery Professional (CCN Pro) is required to earn a total of 10 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) within their 24-month renewal period to maintain their CCN Pro status. (Note: CCN Pros who have been certified for a minimum of 20 years or are 60 years of age, are exempt from accumulating CEUs.)

Email ddoty@cangc.org or call 800-748-6214 [x19] to request an update on your current CEU accrual or dues status.

Below is a list of CEU opportunities that are available to all CCN Pros to earn units during their 24-month renewal period.

• The Nursery Pro Quarterly Quizzes (2 CEUs)
• Pass a CCN Pro Advanced Exam (5 CEUs)
• Attempt a CCN Pro Advanced Exam (no pass) (2 CEUs)
• Pre-approved College Horticulture Classes (2+ CEUs)
• CANGC Trade Show Educational Seminars (2+ CEUs)
• Attending an approved Chapter Educational Meeting (1 CEU)
• Serving as a CANGC Chapter Officer

CEU Applications

Chapters are encouraged to submit CEU applications for all educational meetings that are at a minimum of 45 minutes in length and that might enhance the knowledge of the CCN Pro in the areas of plant material and related products, controls, pests and diseases, etc. A few good guidelines are:

• Extension Service and County Ag. Commissioner speakers are excellent opportunities for CEU approved events.
• Tours of a botanical garden or a behind the scenes tour of an unusual or large garden are also excellent opportunities.
• A speaker on horticulture from a local college or university.
• A CANGC supplier or grower member reporting on new varieties or on products are topics that enhance the knowledge of the CCN Pro.