PDC in Ardèche, France, in a Permaculture Demonstration and Training Center created by Steve Read - course inspired by Bill Mollison's approach, under the supervision of Sarah Weber and Robin Thouilleux and given directly by them and their team.
Permaculture Design Certificate (PDC)
A Permaculture Design Certificate (PDC) is the internationally recognized foundation training in permaculture. It introduces the ethics, principles, and design methods used to create sustainable systems for living and working — from gardens and farms to communities and organizations.
The usual 72-hour Permaculture Design Course combines theory and practice. Participants learn how to observe natural patterns, design resilient landscapes, and apply permaculture thinking to real-life situations. Most courses include hands-on activities, group work, and a final design project that brings all elements together.
Many permaculture teachers in Europe base their PDC on the Core Curriculum (PDF) developed by the teachers of the Permaculture Association Britain. This shared framework ensures that courses across Europe provide a solid foundation in permaculture design while allowing local adaptation to climate, culture, and context.
After completing a Permaculture Design Course, participants receive an internationally recognized certificate. This certification opens the path toward the Permaculture Diploma and supports participants in applying regenerative design in their personal, professional, and community projects.
Find below a list of Permaculture Design Courses.
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Ferme du bout du monde , Arlon, Belgium
This 2026 residential Permaculture Design Certificate (PDC) course offers a comprehensive learning experience adapted from the Permaculture Association UK.
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Keela Permaculture Farm, Fundao, Portugal
The course follows the full 72-hour Permaculture Design Certificate (PDC) curriculum, with a strong focus on integrated systems, hands-on practice, and real-world design skills.
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Afrinoon Permaculture, PRIZIAC, France
Permaculture Design Course – Summer 2026 Certified by the Permaculture Association UK
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Learn Permaculture, Bude, United Kingdom
A two-week residential course at a permaculture project in North Cornwall that focuses on smallholding-scale permaculture and provides an overview of its application in many other aspects of our li
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12 Tage Permakultur-Designzertifikatskurs
9. bis 14. August und 17. bis 22. August 2026 mit Möglichkeit zur Exkursionsteilnahme am 15. August.
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Keela Permaculture Farm, Fundao, Portugal
The course follows the full 72-hour Permaculture Design Certificate (PDC) curriculum, with a strong focus on integrated systems, hands-on practice, and real-world design skills.
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CDFP La Messicole, Montpezat sous Bauzon, France
PDC in Ardèche, France, inspired by Mollison and organized by and for women and non-binary only. Men are most welcome in the July session. We will cover the same topics and activities in the two sessions. In September, we just want to create a safe place for people who need it to dare discover permaculture and design.
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Keela Permaculture Farm, Fundao, Portugal
The course follows the full 72-hour Permaculture Design Certificate (PDC) curriculum, with a strong focus on integrated systems, hands-on practice, and real-world design skills.
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High Heathercombe Centre, Newton Abbot, United Kingdom
A two-week residential course at the High Heathercombe Centre, situated 1250 feet (380 metres) high in the Dartmoor National Park, backing onto the open moor and adjoining Heathercombe woodlands.