Which Certification is for Me?
The IAL certifies 7 occupations within the irrigation industry. The following chart will help you to find the best program for you.
Click on the name of the certification to find out more.
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As an irrigator?
Applying irrigation water to crops of any kind.
For example, you may be working in an orchard or public open space, on a farm or golf course
If you have 3 years experience running an irrigation system and are responsible for start-up, shut down, maintenance and troubleshooting you may be eligible to become a...
If you have 3 years experience being responsible for how water is applied to a crop or plant, how much and when, you may be eligible to become a...
As an installer?
Installing or overseeing installation of irrigation systems
You would be earning a living installing systems and contracting labour in rural and/or urban environments
If you have 3 years experience making a living out of installing systems or system upgrades, troubleshooting, and possibly carrying out repairs and maintenance you may be eligible to become a...
If you have 3 years experience actively working in an irrigation contracting business managing the installation process post-design with teams of installers you may be eligible to become a...
As a consultant agronomist?
Providing advice on best practice in irrigation to internal or external clients. You will most likely have a qualification in another discipline such as agriculture, horticulture or agronomy.
If you have 3 years experience providing advice to end-users on system design, purchase and use, troubleshooting, evaluating and auditing irrigation systems and produce irrigation schedules, then you may be eligible to become a...
Selling products in a retail setting
Actively working in an irrigation retail business, using your knowledge of irrigation hydraulics, pumps and components to understand and meet the needs of your customers.
If you have 2 years experience in selling irrigation products for an IAL member and have completed either the IWG, NWG or IAL irrigation sales course since 2005 you could become a...
Designing irrigation systems