Nov
19

[español] Category 24 Ornamental and Turf Pesticide Applicator Training

Category 24 Ornamental and Turf Pesticide Applicator Training en Espanol 

Categoría 24 Formación de aplicadores de plaguicidas para césped y plantas ornamentales

19 de noviembre

8am-3pm

Sandy Springs City Hall

1 Galambos Way Sandy Springs, Ga 30328

lonche incluydo 

$25 para miembros de GAA

$50 para el publico 

$500 patrocino de libros para el curso

UGA Extension Gwinnett está ofreciendo un taller para ayudar a preparar a aquellos que están planeando tomar el Examen de Licencia de Aplicador de Pesticidas de Georgia en la Categoría 24 Ornamental y Césped para pasarlo. El taller cubrirá la sección de normas generales en primer lugar, y luego la sección de ornamentales y césped. Este curso se recomienda para trabajadores que usan pesticidios en sus trabajos, para los que buscan tomar el examen de pesticide applicator, o para los que ya tienen su licensia y buscan renovar o revisar su conociemiento. 

La primera parte: Manual Nacional Básico para la Certificación de Aplicadores de Plaguicidas (normas generales). (General Standards Core Manual) (Duracion 3:30 Hrs).

La segunda parte: Manejo de plagas en Plantas Ornamentales y Césped CATEGORIA 24 (Ornamental and Turf Grass Pest Management). (Duracion 2:30 Hrs).

El examen en sí no se ofrecerá después de la clase. Se trata sólo de un curso de estudio. El examen se ofrece en varios colegios técnicos en todo el estado y tiene un costo de $45. La certificacion de este examen es valido en los estados de georgia, north carolina, y south carolina. 

para mas informacion sobre el examen por favor de visitar: https://www.gapestexam.com/examInfo.cfm 

 MATERIALES: Antes de la clase, se recomienda encarecidamente la compra de los siguientes libros: Applying Pesticides Correctly por $30.00 y Ornamental and Turfgrass Pest Management por $25.00. Ambos están disponibles en la Oficina de Extensión del Condado de Gwinnett - (efectivo, cheque o tarjeta de crédito) o puede pedirlos a través de www.gapestexam.com. Se aconseja pedirlos por lo menos 2 semanas antes del entrenamiento.

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Category 24 Ornamental and Turf Pesticide Applicator Training in Spanish

 November 19th, 2025

8am-3pm

Sandy Springs City Hall

1 Galambos Way Sandy Springs, Ga 30328

lunch included

$25 for GAA members

$50 for the public

$500 book sponsorship for the course

UGA Extension Gwinnett is offering a workshop to help prepare those who are planning to take the Georgia Pesticide Applicator's License Examination in Category 24 Ornamental and Turf to pass. The workshop will cover the general standards section first, and then the ornamentals and turf section. This course is recommended for workers who use pesticides in their jobs, for those looking to take the pesticide applicator exam, or for those who already have their license and are looking to renew or review their knowledge.

The first part: National Core Manual for Pesticide Applicator Certification (General Standards Core Manual) (Duration 3:30 Hrs).

The second part: Ornamental and Turf Grass Pest Management CATEGORY 24 (Duration 2:30 Hrs.).

The exam itself will not be offered after the class. This is only a study course. The exam is offered at various technical colleges throughout the state and costs $45. Certification for this exam is valid in the states of Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina.

for more information about the exam please visit: https://www.gapestexam.com/examInfo.cfm

MATERIALS: Prior to class, purchase of the following books is strongly recommended: Applying Pesticides Correctly for $30.00 and Ornamental and Turfgrass Pest Management for $25.00. Both are available at the Gwinnett County Extension Office - (cash, check or credit card) or you can order them through www.gapestexam.com. It is advised to order them at least 2 weeks prior to training.


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Nov
22

Rescate Aereo

El entrenamiento de rescate aéreo prepara a los escaladores para los escenarios más probables en los que pueden tener que responder a una emergencia mientras trabajan en altura.

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Dec
3
to Dec 5

ISA Certified Arborist® Exam Prep Course (SANDY SPRINGS, GA)

Over two and a half full day sessions, experienced 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.

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Dec
10
to Dec 12

ISA TRAQ Full Course (Marietta)

December 10-12th, 2025

COURSE LOCATION: 

Vermeer Southeast
1320 Gresham Rd NE
Marietta GA 30062

Instructor:

Jimmy Walters 

14.5 CEUs Available

Registration Deadline:

November 1st, 2025

(Slots fill up fast!  Register now!)

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(Spanish chainsaw training) Motosierras: tecnicas y seguridad en espanol
Dec
13

(Spanish chainsaw training) Motosierras: tecnicas y seguridad en espanol

Motosierras: tecnicas y seguridad en espanol

sabado 13 de diciembre, 2025

8am-3pm

3241 Jonesboro Rd SE, Atlanta, GA 30354

CEUs disponible

GRATIS para miembros de la GAA

$35 para miembros del publico 

En esta capacitacion vas aprender sobre el uso correcto, mantenimiento, seguridad, y techniquas practicas para el uso de motosierras en la arboricultura y el campo.  

Los objetivos del curso de capacitación son:

- Capacitar al personal de cuidado de árboles sobre los peligros asociados con el uso de motosierras.

- Operaciones básicas de motosierras (tronzado, desrame, tala básica).

- Peligros y procedimientos para trabajos en tormentas y árboles peligrosos.

- Capacitar en técnicas adecuadas y buenas prácticas aceptadas.

- Cuidado y mantenimiento básico de la motosierra

- Incrementar la participación en el cumplimiento general de las normas de seguridad de OSHA y la autovigilancia.

EPI OBLIGATORIO

TRAIGA SU PROPIA MOTOSIERRA

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This Course is in SPANISH

Chainsaws: Techniques and Safety in Spanish

Saturday December 13, 2025

8am-3pm

3241 Jonesboro Rd SE, Atlanta, GA 30354

CEUs available

FREE for GAA members

$35 for members of the public

In this training, you will learn about the proper use, maintenance, safety, and practical techniques for using chainsaws in arboriculture and the field.

The objectives of the training course are:

- To train tree care personnel on the hazards associated with chainsaw use.

- Basic chainsaw operations (bucking, limbing, basic felling).

- Hazards and procedures for working in storms and hazardous trees.

- To train in proper techniques and accepted best practices.

- Basic chainsaw care and maintenance

- Increase participation in general OSHA safety compliance and self-monitoring.

PPE MANDATORY

BRING YOUR OWN CHAINSAW

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ISA Certified Arborist: Curso de preparacion para el examen de arborista certificado por la ISA®  ISA Certified Arborist®  Exam Review Course in SPANISH
Jan
15
to Jan 16

ISA Certified Arborist: Curso de preparacion para el examen de arborista certificado por la ISA® ISA Certified Arborist® Exam Review Course in SPANISH

    

Curso de preparacion para el examen de arborista certificado por la ISA®

ISA Certified Arborist®  Exam Review Course

Ubicación: 

Alpharetta City Hall Community Room

2 Park Plaza
Alpharetta, GA 30009

15 y 16 de enero, 2026

8am-5pm

Fecha límite de inscripción: 10 de enero, 2026


Costo:

$100 - Miembros de la GAA

$175 - No miembros (incluye 1 año de membresía a GAA)

$175 - Patrocinio de una reservacion 

***Oportunidades de becas disponibles: consulte la sección Notas importantes para conocer el proceso y la elegibilidad***

Presentado por:  

Miguel Sarabia, CA

About our speakers: 

Durante dos sesiones de día completo, el instructor y arborista certificado Miguel Sarabia ayudará a los asistentes a prepararse para el examen con charlas que cubrirán la biología de los árboles, la identificación de los árboles, la ciencia del suelo, el manejo del agua, la nutrición y fertilización de los árboles, la selección, instalación y establecimiento de árboles, la poda, el soporte de los árboles y la protección contra rayos, el diagnóstico y los trastornos de las plantas, el cuidado de la salud de las plantas, la evaluación de los árboles y la gestión de riesgos, los árboles y la construcción, la silvicultura urbana, la seguridad de los trabajadores de los árboles y la escalada y el trabajo en los árboles. Los asistentes también aprenderán sobre la elegibilidad para el examen y sobre cómo rendirlo.

 NOTAS IMPORTANTES::

Los asistentes deben combinar esta clase con el estudio de la Guía de estudio para arboristas certificados por la ISA (no incluida en la inscripción al curso). Los primeros 5 registrantes recibiran una copia de la guia gratis. 

Los asistentes son responsables de completar su propia solicitud para el examen a través de la ISA. Este es un proceso de 2 pasos que comienza con una solicitud y, una vez aprobada por la ISA, puede registrarse para la fecha y el lugar del examen que elija. Las tarifas del examen las maneja la ISA y no están incluidas en la inscripción para este curso. Puede encontrar una copia de la Guía de solicitud para arboristas certificados de la ISA AQUI. Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre el proceso, ¡la GAA puede ayudarte!


Solicitantes

Hay becas disponibles para trabajadores de cuidado de árboles con un mínimo de 3 años de experiencia en la industria y que vivan o trabajen dentro del área del mapa CJEST 

Los solicitantes deben estar empleados dentro del estado de Georgia. La beca cubre el costo del curso y el libro de estudio, pero no incluye la membresía gratuita. Puede solicitar una beca aquí. Si solicita una beca, asegúrese de registrarse para mantener su lugar; en lugar de pagar, simplemente elija "facturarme". La fecha límite para solicitar la beca es el 15 de Mayo de 2025.

10 CEUS DISPONIBLES

***Para aquellos que quieran inscribirse en el curso como actualización y ya sean arboristas certificados, pueden recibir 10 CEU.******

 INFORMACIÓN DEL HOTEL 

 

¿Tiene preguntas? Comuníquese con un administrador de GAA al 470-768-8530 o al correo electrónico maria@georgiaarborist.org

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ISA Certified Arborist®  Exam Review Course

Location:

Alpharetta City Hall Community Room

2 Park Plaza
Alpharetta, GA 30009

January 15 & 16, 2026

8am-5pm

Register by: January 10, 2026

Cost:

$100 - GAA Members

$175 - Non-Members (includes 1 year of GAA membership)

$175 - Ticket Sponsorship

***Scholarship Opportunities Available - See Important Notes section for process and eligibility***

Presented by:

Miguel Sarabia, CA

About our speakers:

During two full-day sessions, instructor and certified arborist Miguel Sarabia 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, plant diagnosis and disorders, plant health care, tree assessment and risk management, trees and construction, urban forestry, tree worker safety, and climbing and working in trees. Attendees will also learn about exam eligibility and how to take the exam.

IMPORTANT NOTES::

Attendees must combine this class with studying the ISA Certified Arborist Study Guide (not included in course registration). The first 5 registrants will receive a free copy of the guide.

Attendees are responsible for completing their own exam application through ISA. This is a 2-step process that begins with an application and once approved by ISA, you can register for the exam date and location of your choice. Exam fees are handled by ISA and are not included in registration for this course. A copy of the ISA Certified Arborist Application Guide can be found HERE. If you have any questions about the process, GAA can help!

Applicants

Scholarships are available for tree care workers with a minimum of 3 years of industry experience and who live or work within the CJEST map area.

Applicants must be employed within the state of Georgia. The scholarship covers the cost of the course and the study book, but does not include the free membership. You can apply for a scholarship here. If you apply for a scholarship, be sure to register to hold your spot - instead of paying, simply choose "bill me." The deadline to apply for the scholarship is May 16, 2025.

10 CEUS AVAILABLE

***For those who want to enroll in the course as a refresher and are already certified arborists, they can receive 10 CEUs.******

HOTEL INFORMATION

Have questions? Contact a GAA administrator at 470-768-8530 or email maria@georgiaarborist.org

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Jan
21
to Jan 22

Wildfire Risk Reduction Qualification (WRRQ)

The Wildfire Risk Reduction Qualification (WRRQ), developed by Texas A&M Forest Service and Texas Chapter ISA, expands the reach of the state forestry agency’s wildfire prevention messaging while equipping certified arborists with another tool in their tool box to meet client needs.

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GAA Gives back: Tree Planting Day at Elementary School
Oct
24

GAA Gives back: Tree Planting Day at Elementary School

Community Tree Planting Day at Asa G. Hilliard Elementary School

3353 Mt Olive Rd, Atlanta, GA 30344

career day: 8am-9am

Tree planting: 9am-12pm 

Friday October 24th, 2025

Join GAA and friends for a community give back day! We will join the teachers at Asa G. Hilliard Elementary school for a morning of arboriculture education. Whether you want to talk about your green collar career, or you want to help kids get shade on their playground, this event has a spot for you to come be with the community and inspire future arborists. 

If you would like to be a sponsor for this event, please reach out to Maria@georgiaabrorist.org 

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Trees & Technology Day
Sep
18

Trees & Technology Day

Join us for Trees & Technology Day—a hands-on exploration of the tools of our trade. 

You will learn about new technology in advanced tree imaging, 3d biomechanics, sonic tomography, tree injection, project management and more.

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Webinar: Invasive Insects of Concern for Trees in Georgia
Sep
9

Webinar: Invasive Insects of Concern for Trees in Georgia

In this presentation spotted lanternfly, Asian longhorned beetle, and other invasive tree insects will be highlighted.  Insect appearance, lifecycle, and damage will be covered.  The role of arborists as often the detector of invasive pests and the process of how invasive insects are confirmed in EDDMapS when people report a pest will be covered.

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Sep
8
to Sep 29

ISA Certified Arborist® Exam Virtual Review Course

Over seven sessions, experienced 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.

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Oak Tree Health Workshop
Sep
5

Oak Tree Health Workshop

Join representatives from Clemson University, the City of Aiken, and the South Carolina Forestry Commission to learn more about the oak species found in the Carolina Sandhills Region, their biology and growth habits, and common oak stressors and pests. 

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Summer Workshop: Preparing for the Upcoming Storm Season – Safety and Organization in Tree Care | Taller: Preparación para la próxima temporada de tormentas - Seguridad y organización
Aug
14
to Aug 15

Summer Workshop: Preparing for the Upcoming Storm Season – Safety and Organization in Tree Care | Taller: Preparación para la próxima temporada de tormentas - Seguridad y organización

Preparing for the Upcoming Storm Season – Safety and Organization in Tree Care 

Sessions geared for the production and management arborists in both Spanish and English.

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Jul
30
to Jul 31

Tree and Plant Appraisal Qualification (TPAQ)

This event will utilize both instructor-led discussions and case scenarios to illustrate concepts allowing participants to become familiar with the relevant methods and techniques used to approach plant appraisals and the ability to make reasoned judgement about the value of trees and landscape plants.

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Jul
16
to Jul 17

Wildfire Risk Reduction Qualification (WRRQ)

  • Georgia Forestry Commission (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

The Wildfire Risk Reduction Qualification (WRRQ), developed by Texas A&M Forest Service and Texas Chapter ISA, expands the reach of the state forestry agency’s wildfire prevention messaging while equipping certified arborists with another tool in their tool box to meet client needs.

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May
20
to May 22

ISA Certified Arborist® Exam Prep Course (AUGUSTA, GA)

Over two full day sessions, experienced 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.

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Curso de preparacion para el examen de arborista certificado por la ISA®  ISA Certified Arborist®  Exam Review Course in SPANISH
May
19
to May 21

Curso de preparacion para el examen de arborista certificado por la ISA® ISA Certified Arborist® Exam Review Course in SPANISH

  • 1 Galambos Way Sandy Springs, GA, 30328 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs GA 30328

19, 20, 21 de mayo, 2025

8am-4pm

Costo:

$100 - Miembros de la GAA

$175 - No miembros (incluye 1 año de membresía a GAA) 

Presentado por:  

Miguel Sarabia, CA

Durante dos sesiones de día completo, el instructor y arborista certificado Miguel Sarabia ayudará a los asistentes a prepararse para el examen con charlas que cubrirán la biología de los árboles, la identificación de los árboles, la ciencia del suelo, el manejo del agua, la nutrición y fertilización de los árboles, la selección, instalación y establecimiento de árboles, la poda, el soporte de los árboles y la protección contra rayos, el diagnóstico y los trastornos de las plantas, el cuidado de la salud de las plantas, la evaluación de los árboles y la gestión de riesgos, los árboles y la construcción, la silvicultura urbana, la seguridad de los trabajadores de los árboles y la escalada y el trabajo en los árboles. Los asistentes también aprenderán sobre la elegibilidad para el examen y sobre cómo rendirlo.

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May
14

Electrical Hazard Awareness Program (EHAP) Training

EHAP helps you meet the OSHA 1910.269 safety standard, which requires:

  • Employer-certified training
    Employers must certify that employees who work 10 feet or closer to energized conductors are trained in the special hazards involved in such work.

  • On-the-job training and verification
    Employers must verify through documented, on-the-job training and verification that these employees have the skills necessary to perform line-clearance job tasks safely.

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Apr
24

Business of Arboriculture Webinar: Managing A Productive Workforce

This webinar is part of the webinar series called the Business of Arboriculture presented by the Georgia Arborist Association, the University of Georgia Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources, and Auburn University with generous support from the United States Forest Service. The series will be presented between October 2024 and June 2025. 

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Mar
27

Business of Arboriculture Webinar: Taxes and Business Set Up

This webinar is part of the webinar series called the Business of Arboriculture presented by the Georgia Arborist Association, the University of Georgia Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources, and Auburn University with generous support from the United States Forest Service. The series will be presented between October 2024 and June 2025. 

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