Louisiana Irrigation Association upcoming events

Online Irrigation Basics for Irrigation Contractor Exam Prep (Friday, February 14, 2025)

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 14:30:00 GMT

Get Licensed with Confidence: Louisiana Irrigation Exam Prep

Ready to advance your career in irrigation? The Louisiana Irrigation Association (LIA) is here to help with a self-paced online course designed to give you a solid foundation in landscape irrigation and prepare you for the Louisiana Irrigation Contractor Licensing Exam.

This course is structured for flexibility—study at your own pace with 90-day online access to expert-led instruction and essential resources. Plus, you’ll receive a comprehensive printed course binder, shipped directly to you, providing a valuable reference tool both during your studies and throughout your career.

What You’ll Learn:

✔ Core principles of irrigation design, installation, and maintenance

✔ Louisiana state regulations and licensing requirements

✔ Essential hydraulics, backflow prevention, and water efficiency best practices

✔ Practical insights to help you confidently tackle the licensing exam

Whether you’re an aspiring contractor, a landscaping professional expanding your skill set, or simply looking to strengthen your irrigation knowledge, this course is your roadmap to success.

Reserve your spot today and start learning on your schedule!

LIA Virtual (ONLY) Recertification (Wednesday, April 15, 2026)

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 13:30:00 GMT

This virtual only recertification class will be held on April 15, 2026 in the comfort of your home or office on your computer.

You will need a computer with a camera and a strong internet connection. A link for the class will be emailed out a few days before the class to those registered.

A laptop or desktop running windows is preferred. Using an ipad can be done, however, we won't be able to offer IT support for those not using windows if trouble is encountered.

We will view previous presentations from LSU AgCenter specialists, industry professionals and others.

This all-day virtual only class will satisfy the LDAF recertification requirements for maintaining the Irrigation Contractor license.

Please register using the attendee's name that is listed on his or her license.

Proof of attendance will be submitted directly to the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry.

LIA Virtual (ONLY) Recertification (Wednesday, May 06, 2026)

Wed, 06 May 2026 13:30:00 GMT

This virtual only recertification class will be held on May 6, 2026 in the comfort of your home or office on your computer.

You will need a computer with a camera and a strong internet connection. A link for the class will be emailed out a few days before the class to those registered.

A laptop or desktop running windows is preferred. Using an ipad can be done, however, we won't be able to offer IT support for those not using windows if trouble is encountered.

We will view previous presentations from LSU AgCenter specialists, industry professionals and others.

This all-day virtual only class will satisfy the LDAF recertification requirements for maintaining the Irrigation Contractor license.

Please register using the attendee's name that is listed on his or her license.

Proof of attendance will be submitted directly to the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry.

LIA Virtual (ONLY) Recertification (Wednesday, July 15, 2026)

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:30:00 GMT

This virtual only recertification class will be held on July 15, 2026 in the comfort of your home or office on your computer.

You will need a computer with a camera and a strong internet connection. A link for the class will be emailed out a few days before the class to those registered.

A laptop or desktop running windows is preferred. Using an ipad can be done, however, we won't be able to offer IT support for those not using windows if trouble is encountered.

We will view previous presentations from LSU AgCenter specialists, industry professionals and others.

This all-day virtual only class will satisfy the LDAF recertification requirements for maintaining the Irrigation Contractor license.

Please register using the attendee's name that is listed on his or her license.

Proof of attendance will be submitted directly to the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry.

LIA Virtual (ONLY) Recertification (Wednesday, August 05, 2026)

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:30:00 GMT

This virtual only recertification class will be held on August 5, 2026 in the comfort of your home or office on your computer.

You will need a computer with a camera and a strong internet connection. A link for the class will be emailed out a few days before the class to those registered.

A laptop or desktop running windows is preferred. Using an ipad can be done, however, we won't be able to offer IT support for those not using windows if trouble is encountered.

We will view previous presentations from LSU AgCenter specialists, industry professionals and others.

This all-day virtual only class will satisfy the LDAF recertification requirements for maintaining the Irrigation Contractor license.

Please register using the attendee's name that is listed on his or her license.

Proof of attendance will be submitted directly to the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry.

LIA Virtual (ONLY) Recertification (Wednesday, October 14, 2026)

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:30:00 GMT

This virtual only recertification class will be held on October 14, 2026 in the comfort of your home or office on your computer.

You will need a computer with a camera and a strong internet connection. A link for the class will be emailed out a few days before the class to those registered.

A laptop or desktop running windows is preferred. Using an ipad can be done, however, we won't be able to offer IT support for those not using windows if trouble is encountered.

We will view previous presentations from LSU AgCenter specialists, industry professionals and others.

This all-day virtual only class will satisfy the LDAF recertification requirements for maintaining the Irrigation Contractor license.

Please register using the attendee's name that is listed on his or her license.

Proof of attendance will be submitted directly to the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry.

LIA Virtual (ONLY) Recertification (Wednesday, November 18, 2026)

Wed, 18 Nov 2026 14:30:00 GMT

This virtual only recertification class will be held on November 18, 2026 in the comfort of your home or office on your computer.

You will need a computer with a camera and a strong internet connection. A link for the class will be emailed out a few days before the class to those registered.

A laptop or desktop running windows is preferred. Using an ipad can be done, however, we won't be able to offer IT support for those not using windows if trouble is encountered.

We will view previous presentations from LSU AgCenter specialists, industry professionals and others.

This all-day virtual only class will satisfy the LDAF recertification requirements for maintaining the Irrigation Contractor license.

Please register using the attendee's name that is listed on his or her license.

Proof of attendance will be submitted directly to the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry.

LIA Virtual (ONLY) Recertification (Wednesday, December 09, 2026)

Wed, 09 Dec 2026 14:30:00 GMT

This virtual only recertification class will be held on December 9, 2026 in the comfort of your home or office on your computer.

You will need a computer with a camera and a strong internet connection. A link for the class will be emailed out a few days before the class to those registered.

A laptop or desktop running windows is preferred. Using an ipad can be done, however, we won't be able to offer IT support for those not using windows if trouble is encountered.

We will view previous presentations from LSU AgCenter specialists, industry professionals and others.

This all-day virtual only class will satisfy the LDAF recertification requirements for maintaining the Irrigation Contractor license.

Please register using the attendee's name that is listed on his or her license.

Proof of attendance will be submitted directly to the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry.