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An overall grade of 70% is required to pass the examination and earn the TMCNP credential.  If an applicant does not achieve a score of 70%, the entire examination must be repeated for certification.  
  • General Section - 100 Questions, 1 1/2 hour to take exam

 Texas Master Certified Nursery Professional (TMCNP)

This Certification is designed for nursery professionals who have already earned their TCNP credentials. It shows a true passion and dedication to maintaining the highest level of professional knowledge. Requires 16 hours of CEU credits every two years completed before the Certification renewal date. Must take the TMCNP exam within 90 days of the date of purchase.

TMCNP Exam Requirements

*NOTE You Must fill out the TMCNP Requirement Form prior to being eligible to take exam, visit here.

Requirements to be eligible for the TMCNP exam are as follows:
  • Must have maintained the TCNP for a full year prior to taking the TMCNP exam and be in good standing
  • Must be Engaged in the Industry
  • Must be 18 years of age or older
QUESTIONS? Contact Certification@tnlaonline.org.

Exam Retest

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​If an applicant fails any section of the exam he/she may be retested up to two times, within 12 months of the original exam date, on the section(s) failed.  If all retest sections are not passed within the 12-month period, the entire exam must be retaken at full price.

Purchase the Study Course

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The exam may be harder than you think, be sure to study up by purchasing the TNLA TMCNP Study Course, Click Here. The TMCNP Study Manual consists of a series of videos and quizzes.

Renewals

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Each certificate holder will be notified sixty days prior to the expiration date that their certification will expire unless an enclosed renewal form is returned to the TNLA office accompanied by the proper renewal fee and proof of required 16 hours of CEUs on or before the expiration date.  Failure to respond will result in revocation of certification.  
TMCNP Study Course Learning Objectives Include In-Depth Videos and Quizzes on the following:
  • Soil Substrate & Chemistry
  • Plant Nomenclature
  • Plant Diseases
  • Integrated Pest Management
  • Marketing is Not Just Selling
  • Developing a Business Plan
  • Plant Materials