Certified Arborist Prep Course
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REGISTRATION IS OPEN
CERTIFIED ARBORIST PREP COURSE
June 9th-11th, 2026
This is a 3 day course. Testing is not included in the course. Testing will take place the day following the course on June 12th and requires a separate registration and approval through ISA Global.
ISA Testing - June 12th (This is NOT included in Course Registration)
To take the exam, all attendees must APPLY and ENROLL with a separate application through the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA). Here is the link to access the application and enrollment details. Attendees must be enrolled in a test by May 5th, 2026!
This course is beneficial to the following people:
- Experienced tree care professionals taking the exam for the first time. Note: Exam eligibility requirements: 3 yrs. experience in arboriculture, or a 2 yr. degree in arboriculture and 2 yrs. of experience, or a 4 yr. degree in a related field and 1-year practical experience.
- Other professionals wishing to become a Certified Arborist
- Anyone re-taking the certified arborist exam.
- Those desiring CEU credits toward maintaining certification and to expand their knowledge.
The Value of an ISA Credential - ISA credentials are valued and trusted because they let consumers know that you possess a high degree of knowledge about caring for and maintaining trees. When developing an exam, a panel of subject matter experts from around the world completes a job task analysis, and then writes an exam that encompasses the defined skills. ISA credentials build expert knowledge and reflect the professional skills sought by leaders from the public and private sectors, including training, academia and government organizations.
- The course will run each day from 8am-5pm.
- Registration/Check-in begins at 7:30am each day.
- Morning snacks/beverages and lunch are provided each day.
- All registrants must be prepaid – Walk-Ins will not be accepted.
- LIMIT: 30 attendees
TOPICS COVERED
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Soil Science
Tree Id
Tree Selection
Tree Support and Lightning Protection
Tree Worker Safety
Climbing and Working in Trees
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Tree Nutrition & Fertilization
Plant Health Care
Tree Pruning
Trees and Construction
Tree Installation and Establishment |
Tree Biology
Water Management
Tree Assessment/Risk Assessment
Diagnosis and Plant Disorders
Urban Forestry |
- $345 ISA Michigan Member Full Course
- $370 Non Member Full Course
Refund requests for event registration fees must be submitted in writing via email or mail no later than May 15th, 2026 to receive a refund. A $50.00 administration fee will be assessed for all cancellations.
Event registration serves as a contract between the registrant and ISA Michigan. Payment for event registration is the responsibility of the registrant. The registrant agrees to these terms and the contract becomes active upon ISA Michigan receiving the completed registration via email or mail.
This Prep Course is approved for 24 CEUS from ISA for the full course. There are 8 CEUs offered each day.
Registration Info
Registration is required before Saturday, June 6, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Payment In Full In Advance Only
Registration cancellations will be accepted until Friday, May 15, 2026 at 12:00 AM
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