{"id":2009,"date":"2016-07-20T21:21:55","date_gmt":"2016-07-20T21:21:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/timberworksva.com\/?p=587"},"modified":"2016-07-20T21:21:55","modified_gmt":"2016-07-20T21:21:55","slug":"what-is-a-certified-arborist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/timberworksva.com\/what-is-a-certified-arborist\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is A Certified Arborist?"},"content":{"rendered":"
The regulations for being a certified arborist vary from place to place but the basic elements all stay the same. In this article, we define what it is to be a certified arborist locally\u00a0and also what it means to be a certified arborist according to national organizations.<\/p>\n
We’ll also tell you how you could become a certified arborist and why it is a smart business decision to become certified.<\/p>\n
1. “Certified Arborist”<\/strong> – A tree professional certified by the International Society of Arboriculture. Certified Arborists have achieved a level of knowledge in the art and science of tree care through at least three years of experience and have passed a comprehensive examination to provide proper tree care. “<\/p>\n 2. An arborist<\/strong>, by definition, is an individual trained in the art and science of planting, caring for, and maintaining individual trees. Arborists are knowledgeable about the needs of trees and are trained and equipped to provide proper care. \u2014Definition from International Society of Arboriculture<\/a><\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n The type of degree you have, and the field you studied<\/a>, will\u00a0determine\u00a0the level of experience you need to become a certified arborist. If you are looking to become certified with a high school diploma, then three years of experience will be required. If you have an associates degree, two years are required. If you have a bachelors degree, you may only need one year of experience.<\/p>\n Many employers prefer arborists who are certified by the International Society of Arboriculture. You can enroll in their program here<\/a>. Although is may seem like a bit of a process to become a certified arborist, it will be well worth your time if this is the career path you want to pursue. Becoming certified is one of the best ways to\u00a0prove your expertise and credibility to customers.<\/p>\n