The Florida Master Naturalist Program (FMNP) is an adult education extension program developed by the
University of Florida (UF) and provided by participating organizations. FMNP training will benefit persons
interested in learning more about Florida’s environment, seeking educational contact hours, or wishing to
increase their knowledge for use in education programs as volunteers, employees, and ecotourism guides.

The FMNP includes courses in 3 subject areas – Freshwater Wetlands, Coastal Systems, and Upland Habitats.
Students receive 40 educational contact hours including classroom learning, field trips, and
practical experience in interpretation. Cost per course is $225. Students receive detailed course manuals and,
upon completion, UF certificates, patches, and pins denoting their area of expertise (e.g., Wetlands Naturalist)
and are registered in the UF database of Florida Master Naturalists.

The FMNP does not provide university credit toward a degree-seeking program.

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