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Certification Program

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The IIABC offers a variety of certifications.  Please note that exam costs are separate and in addition to course costs.

General Outline of Certifications

For further information go to linked pages on each Certification Type.

Certified Irrigation Technician (CIT)

This certification is for irrigation installers and maintenance workers. A minimum of one year field experience is recommended prior to taking the CIT - Level 1 exam. Level one must be completed before advancing to Level 2. The course and exam are both required to be certified. Course and exam are separate costs. Each CIT exam is $100.00. There is a $25.00 rewrite fee. See Courses for the next CIT course.

• CIT - Level 1 Requires a 1 day IIABC course and passing the CIT - 1 exam.
• CIT - Level 2 Requires a 2 day IIABC course and passing the CIT - 2 exam.

Certified Irrigation Designer (CID)

The Certified Irrigation Designer (CID) Program is available to IIABC members and requires that a person passes the CID exam of the specialty he or she applies for. A minimum one (1) year of irrigation experience is required to be eligible to write a CID exam. Irrigation Design courses are optional but highly recommended and are priced in addition to the CID Exam Registration fee.

The objective of the program is to establish design standards and criteria throughout the industry and to promote individuals who have achieved a level of competence. A certified designer must pass a rigorous IIABC written examination.

Once certified, the irrigation designer is expected to subscribe to a code of ethics which includes promoting water, soil and energy conservation practices through the development of cost effective and efficient irrigation system designs. A CID will endeavor to design plans for clients that are cost effective, efficient and designed according to the standards and guidelines put forth by the IIABC.

Through this program the IIABC accredits that a successful applicant has achieved a high level of knowledge and expertise regarding irrigation system design and operation. Certified designers, following the code of ethics and design standards, are responsible for their own workmanship to ensure program integrity is maintained.

Certified Irrigation Contractor (CIC)

Certified Irrigation Contractor (CIC) status is available to IIABC member companies upon obtaining the credentials established by the IIABC. Certification is determined in two designations: Turf-Residential and Turf-Commercial.

Certified Irrigation Professionals

To view lists of Certified Irrigation Professionals click on Certified Professionals