PDC

Validated by the Swiss Permaculture Academy, this internationally recognised 72-hour course represents the highest level of permaculture training available in Switzerland.

Upon successful completion of the entire course, participants receive the International Permaculture Designer Certificate—a globally acknowledged qualification that opens the door to the Active Learning Pathway toward the Diploma in Applied Permaculture Design.

Whether you're an architect, landscape designer, horticulturist, educator, or simply passionate about sustainable living, this course equips you with the essential tools to design and implement regenerative, energy-efficient projects grounded in permaculture principles, while optimising energy efficiency.

Qualified and experienced trainers

Our trainers are highly regarded both in Switzerland and internationally, combining deep theoretical knowledge with extensive hands-on experience in the field. Their teaching is rooted in a systemic and holistic approach, focused on designing ecosystems that are sustainable, balanced, and resilient.

Comprehensive and diversified training

Spanning approximately 98 hours of intensive learning, this course covers over 14 key topics, combining blending theory with hands-on practice. Participants will develop essential skills in agroecological system design, sustainable natural resource management, regenerative agriculture, and resilience strategies to address today’s pressing environmental challenges.

In this course you will find:

• "The Permaculture Goggles", a unique and original concept created by Barbara Garofoli. This innovative approach encourages us to observe both ourselves and the world around us through a new lens—one that transforms our perception, shift our perspective, reveals new possibilities in the present moment, uncovers simple yet effective solutions, and guides us toward a clear and meaningful path for the future.
• the design of agroecological systems;
• the sustainable management of natural resources;
• urban agriculture;
• agroforestry and the management of edible forests;
• biodiversity and the protection of ecosystems;
• resilience strategies;
• the ecological transition;
• the understanding that permaculture goes far beyond vegetable gardening, encompassing a holistic approach to sustainability
• passionate, experienced trainers, skilled in creative, dynamic, and effective facilitation methods;
• access to an alternative, supportive network of like-minded practitioners and change-makers

This rich, interdisciplinary training empowers participants to design and implement projects that are not only sustainable, but truly regenerative—socially, ecologically, and economically.

A Course Designed for Professionals

This training is primarily intended for professionals who wish to:

• Develop personalised solutions that meet the specific needs of each client
• Deepen and refine their expertise in applied permaculture
• Acquire new knowledge in key areas of sustainability
• Stay ahead of emerging trends in permaculture and sustainable development

Whether you're looking to enhance your current practice or expand into new areas, this course offers a solid foundation and advanced tools for designing impactful, future-ready solutions.