Choose your certification

The IA Select Certified program offers certifications across the landscape/turf and agriculture sectors — covering everything from installation and contracting to auditing and design. Choose the path that fits your goals below.

Landscape certifications

CIT

Certified Irrigation Technician

Installs, maintains and services landscape irrigation systems.

Level: Entry

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CGIA

Certified Golf Irrigation Auditor

Specialized auditing for golf course irrigation systems.

Level: Intermediate

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CIC

Certified Irrigation Contractor

Manages irrigation projects across residential and commercial sites.

Level: Intermediate

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CID - Landscape

Certified Irrigation Designer - Landscape

Designs efficient, code-compliant landscape irrigation systems.

Level: Advanced

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CLIA

Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor

Evaluates landscape irrigation system performance and water use.

Level: Intermediate

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About EPA WaterSense Recognition

Certain landscape/turf IA certifications are recognized by the EPA WaterSense program, demonstrating that they meet the program’s standards for professional certification. Learn more about the program and its benefits here.


Agriculture certifications

CAIS

Certified Agricultural Irrigation Specialist

Manages irrigation in agricultural production environments.

Level: Intermediate

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✓ USDA Technical Service Provider pathway

CID - Agriculture

Certified Irrigation Designer - Agriculture

Designs irrigation systems for farms, orchards and row crops.

Level: Advanced

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✓ USDA Technical Service Provider pathway

About NRCS Technical Service Providers

Eligible IA certifications can help streamline the qualification process to become an NRCS Technical Service Provider (TSP), opening the door to new paid service opportunities. Learn more about the program, eligibility requirements and qualifying certifications here.