ISA Certified Arborist®  Exam Course

Presented by:  

Rob Swanson and Kay Evanovich

Certified Arborist

About: Over seven sessions, instructors and certified arborists Rob Swanson and Kay Evanovich will help attendees prepare for the exam with talks covering Tree Biology, Tree Identification, Soil Science, Water Management, Tree Nutrition and Fertilization, Tree Selection, Installation and Establishment, Pruning, Tree Support and Lightning Protection, Diagnosis and Plant Disorders, Plant Health Care, Tree Assessment and Risk Management, Trees and Construction, Urban Forestry, Tree Worker Safety, and Climbing & Working in Trees.  Attendees will also learn about eligibility for the exam and taking the exam.

STUDY GUIDE: Attendees should read through the ISA Arborist Certification Study Guide (not included) to prepare for the review and the exam. The Arborist Certification Study Guide is available at www.isa-arbor.com and www.amazon.com. Attendees will be responsible for completing their own application for the exam.

Location: Zoom Call, Instructions will be sent out to all registered 7, 3, & 1 day(s) before.

Time: This course will meet seven times:

Tue, January 11, 2022 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM EDT

Thu, January 13, 2022  9:00 AM - 11:00 AM EDT

Tue, January 18, 2022  9:00 AM - 12:00 PM EDT

Thu, January 20, 2022 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM EDT

Tue, January 25, 2022 9:00 AM - 12:00 AM EDT

Thu, January 27, 2022  9:00 AM - 11:00 PM EDT

Tue, February 1, 2022 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM EDT

All registrants will also be sent a link to each class recording.

Cost: GAA members $100, Non-Members $160 (includes 1 year membership to GAA)

SCHOLARSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE SPONSORED BY GEORGIA FORESTRY COMMISSION, AVAILABLE to tree board members and tree care workers employed by a city, county, school or university who are not ISA Certified Arborists.

Download application: Download Here
Email info@georgiaarborist.org to submit scholarship document and/or questions.

ISA CEUs: 15       

Questions? Contact GAA Administrator at 404-913-1422 or at 

GAA Training

The 411 on Wood Decay in Living Trees

Presented by:  

Andrew Loyd

About: Andrew Loyd is a leader in research and technical support in the areas of plant pathology and mycology. He is currently a Plant Pathology researcher with the Bartlett Tree Research Laboratory in Charlotte, NC. He is a wealth of knowledge with a PhD in Forest Resources and Conservation, a Master's in Science of Plant Pathology, and obtained his Bachelor's degree in Plant and Soil Systems.

In this session, Andrew will be covering decay fungi in living trees and how it relates to understanding tree risk. The audience will gain information on fungal identification, decay mechanism, and best practices for managing risk in urban trees. 

Location: Zoom Webinar: Additional Registration Steps Required.  Zoom registration link to be provided upon GAA Event Registration (7, 3, and 1 days in advance of event)

Time: 6:15-7:30pm

Agenda:

6:15-6:30: Introduction

6:30-7:30: Training Session

Cost: Free to all CAA and GAA members and business supporters. $20 for all others.

ISA CEUs: 1       

Questions?

Please email us info@georgiaarborist.org

GAA Training

Soil Fracturing & Organic Treatments

Presented by:  

TBD

More Information coming soon!

Location: IN PERSON - Legacy Park: 500 S Columbia Dr, Decatur, GA, USA

Time: 6:15-7:30pm

Cost: Free to all CAA and GAA members and business supporters. $20 for all others.

ISA CEUs: 1       

Questions?

Please email us info@georgiaarborist.org