Austin Certified Arborist Prep Course - Summer 2023

• When: July 11, 18, 25, & August 1, 2023 with half hour bonus sessions on July 14, 21, 28 & August 4, 2023.

• Time:  8:45 to 5:00 (times may vary by day, enrolled participants will receive a detailed agenda prior to the class)

• Where: in-person, City of Austin Permitting & Development Center

  • 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr, Austin, TX 78752

• Cost:   $350, which includes the ISA study guide and supplemental materials plus access to the virtual recordings for a limited time.  People who live or work within the Austin MSA qualify for a discount. With this discount, the price of the class is $0-$100. 

• Registration: Registration is by approval. To be approved to register, complete the application here.

• Refund policy: The deadline to cancel and receive a registration refund (minus $20 cancellation fee) is June 27th. 

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. Learn more on the ISA website. Students planning to take the exam are encouraged to apply for the exam as soon as possible.     

Recognizing the importance of good tree care for our urban forest, the City of Austin has partnered with Arborholic, LLC and the Texas A&M Forest Service to provide training to help green industry workers prepare to take the ISA Certified Arborist exam.  The course is available to anyone who is interested in learning more about proper tree care.  Thanks to funding from the Development Services Department a discount and scholarships are available for individuals who live or work within the Austin MSA.