Advanced Arborist

5-Day Workshop

No less than 40 hours, 40 ISA CEUs*

This workshop is designed for individuals who have taken ACRT’s Basic Arborist course or who have had two years or more on-the-job experience and some formal training. Class size is limited to 12. Instruction is both hands-on and in classroom.

Prerequisites:

• Ability to climb to 20’ with rope and saddle
• Ability to tie at least 4 basic knots
• Know and practice safe chain saw techniques
• Some tree removal experience
• Some limb walking experience
• Basic knowledge of current ANSI Standards

Participants will learn:

• Current ANSI Standards
• Compartmentalization Theory of Decay in Trees
• To develop and present safety meetings
• How to select appropriate tree species
• Proper planting techniques
• Roping, rigging, and zip lining
• How to handle storm damage recovery
• How to use a tree crane for removal
• How to conduct safe aerial rescue training
• How to create a tree appraisal report
• How to complete a hazard tree rating
• Basic supervisory and interpersonal skills
• The basics of pest and disease diagnosis
• How to use ascenders, split-tail climbing system, cambium savers, and false crotches

Cost: $720**

* All of our classes are available in both English and Spanish. Classes also qualify for ISA Continuing Education Units, if requested - ask us for details.

** All classes require a $50 registration fee. Full tuition for the class is due 10 days prior to start of the class. Cash , MasterCard, Visa, Purchase Order accepted. An enrollment may be cancelled provided ACRT is notified in writing of the cancellation. Refunds are made no later than 30 days after cancellation.