The University of Nevada, Reno Extension will host local green industry professionals, including landscapers, groundskeepers and nursery workers, to attend its Qualified Water Efficient Landscaper (QWEL) training Nov. 13-15. The free training series will prepare participants to take the certification exam offered on Nov. 16 to become certified QWEL professionals.
“This training provides the opportunity for green-industry professionals to step up their education, making them more competitive in the industry and training them to help Nevadans become more water efficient,” Heidi Kratsch, Extension horticulture specialist, said.
Participants will learn about:
- Local water, soil and plants.
- Basic and advanced irrigation principles.
- Hands-on water audit skills to use in the field.
Anyone is eligible to take the training for personal knowledge and industry professionals are encouraged to take the exam following the training at 9 a.m. on Nov. 16, to become certified.
Workshops will be held:
- Nov. 13, 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
- Nov. 14, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Nov. 15, 9 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.
The training and exam are free for participants. Register online by Nov. 6.
