
SLM®
Sustainable Landscape Management®
The Arizona Landscape Contractors’ Association (ALCA) developed the Sustainable Landscape Management® (SLM®) program to provide education in sustainability and industry best practices. This certification equips landscape professionals with the knowledge and tools to implement environmentally responsible methods that improve both the ecological health and visual appeal of our landscapes.
Through comprehensive training, SLM® covers the full scope of landscape care—including design, construction, maintenance, plant health, turf management, irrigation systems, and long-term sustainability practices—ensuring landscapes thrive for years to come.
Benefits of Sustainable Landscape Management®
The practices learned through the SLM® certificate help reduce negative environmental impacts, conserve water, and promote biodiversity. The efficient resource management and sustainable practices you learn with this training can lead to significant cost savings on water and maintenance.
SLM® Certification
$200 per Member / $400 per Non-Member
All registrations include an SLM® Book
Ready to get certified? Register for a class in-person or online via Zoom. Pass the exam with 80% or higher. Recertification is required every two years. 3.75 ISA CEUs available
Interested in Private SLM® Classes?
ALCA will come to your office to teach an SLM® Certification class to your employees or community. Minimum 10+ attendees.
Contact Frances@ALCA.org for pricing and details!