In the very broad field of landscape design, there are multiple credentials you will come across. At the end of someone's signature line on their email you will see many different acronyms- Some of them are assigned as being part of an association like APLD or ASLA, and others are for the various credentials, licenses, or certifications they hold. Anyone can call themselves a landscape designer. There is no requirement of experience, education, or aptitude to call yourself a designer or to deliver those services in the residential sector. But boy is there a difference in the range of experience and knowledge amongst landscape designers. I think that the primary reason any of us seek out certification is to distinguish ourselves from the crowd and be able to put a name to the level of experience and skill that we have.

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Relevant Links:

CLARB: Landscape Architects Registration Exam

APLD: Association of Professional Landscape Designers

WSNLA: Washington State Nursery and Landscape Association

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