So You Want to be an Arborist?

Join UF/IFAS Extension Urban Forestry Agent, Alyssa Vinson to learn the foundational concepts for the certified arborist exam.
Are you curious about a career in arboriculture or looking to deepen your understanding of tree care and urban forestry? Join us for a comprehensive three-day course designed to introduce you to the science, skills, and professional pathways of arboriculture.
Led by industry experts and seasoned instructors, this course covers everything from tree biology and soil management to pruning, risk assessment, and safe climbing practices. This course provides foundational knowledge based on the required modules for arborist certification. *This course is intended for preparation and knowledge building only and will not include the option to take the arborist certification exam.
A limited number of ISA Exam Prep books are available for rent for use during the duration of the class. Please select the appropriate ticket during registration if you are interested.
**Three-day course**
6/24:
9:00-9:30 Introduction to Arboriculture & Certification
9:30-11:30 Tree Biology
11:30-12:15 Lunch (Provided)
12:15-2:15 Identification and Selection
2:15-4:15 Soil and Water Management
6/25:
9:00-11:00 Installation and Establishment
11:00-12:00 Hear from the Pros: Panel of Arborists
12:00-12:45 Lunch (Provided)
12:45-2:15 Pruning and Maintenance
2:15-4:15 Tree Health: Diagnosis and Treatment
6/26:
9:00-11:00 Trees and Construction
11:00-12:00 Urban Forestry
12:00-12:45 Lunch (provided)
12:45-2:15 Tree Risk Assessment
2:15-4:15 Safe Work Practices and Climbing
4:15-4:45 Review
If you have any questions, please contact the UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County at (813) 744-5519.
***The University of Florida is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. For disability accommodations such as sign language interpreters and listening devices, please contact: VinsonA@HCFL.gov, 813-744-5519 Ext. 54106, at least 1 week in advance. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.