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BE THE BEST...Did you know that statistics show the more you pride yourself on having industry knowledgeable staff, the more loyal consumers are to your business?

The Competitive Advantage
Knowledgeable staff is a competitive advantage.  So, why not become a member of an exclusive group of California garden centers and become a California Certified Garden Center.

Certified Garden Centers demonstrated a commitment to training and education to provide professional excellence in customer service.

Like your garden center, many promote and support certificatio for their staff along with hiring CCN Pros for their credentials and training. The CCN Pro employee as an asset to your business and an achievement to be proud of. Advertise these credentials to the public. Member companies are alsoencouraged to advance their commitment to professionalism and apply to become a CCN Pro Certified Garden Center.

As a member of this special group, you will be provided with materials that will further enhance your reputation in your community and remind your customers of your dedication to outstanding service. These materials include a large metal outdoor sign promoting your Certified Garden Center status, promotional indoor poster, certificate/wooden plaque, logo slicks, recognition in the California Association of Nurseries and Garden Centers Membership Directory, a news release and letter of commendation.

See a sample ad the association promotes to the public about CCNPRO.COM

Exclusive Certified Garden Center Benefits

  • 10% discount on any CCN Pro study materials which includes workbooks and manuals.
  • 10% discount on any advanced exam
  • 20% discount on HR kit
  • 10% discount on any education seminar produced by the association
  • Recognition in Nurseryscape Magazine and on the www.ccnpro.com website and the www.bettergardener.com
  • Recognition on www.bettergardener.com -- a website for the gardening public
  • News Release to be distributed to local newspapers with public statement as to why important to the gardening public

Code of Ethics
CCN Pro™ Certified Garden Centers will provide:

  • Clean and inviting premises
  • Signage displaying the CCN Pro Certified Garden Center Designation
  • Plants free of pests and diseases
  • Clear product signage
  • Broad selection of plant material
  • Consideration for handicapped customers
  • Seasonal displays
  • A safe environment for customers and their children
  • A CCN Pro badge to clearly identify those staff who are certified

 

Click here to see the list of Certified Garden Centers

Click here for a Certified Garden Center application form