CAT Certified Arborist Training Course (6 weeks)

@ Washington Activity Center
on Friday, Feb 17-Mar 24, 2023
in Phoenix, AZ

Registration

Training Class Dates:

• Friday, February 17, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm (6 CEUs)
• Friday, February 24, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm (6 CEUs)
• Friday, March 3, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm (6 CEUs)
• Friday, March 10, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm (6 CEUs)
• Friday, March 17, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm (6 CEUs)
• Friday, March 24, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm (6 CEUs)

 Exam Date:

March 25, 2023

Agenda: 

2023 Arizona Certified Arborist Training (CAT) Class: 6 Fridays, 8:00am – 3:00pm

2023 CAT Schedule.pdf

What is Certified Arborist Training (CAT)?
The Certified Arborist Training Course is a series of classes designed to prepare students to take the ISA Certified Arborist exam. It is also an excellent introduction to the field of arboriculture, as well as a great review for industry professions. The course is open to all students. CEU's are offered for Certified Arborists.

What will I learn?
Classes cover all chapters in the ISA Arborists' Certification Study Guide.

What materials do I need?

The ISA Arborists' Certification Study Guide is included with your Full Registration. (All Daily Registrants are required to provide their own ISA Arborists' Certification Study Guide, and may purchase with from ACTC for $98.95.)

What is the cost of the CAT Program series?

Full Registration fee for the 6-week CAT program is $450.
Non-members pay the annual membership fee in addition to the registration fee.

What if I am unable to attend all 6 classes?  Daily Registration is available.  Non-members pay the annual membership fee in addition to the registration fee. The ISA Arborists' Certification Study Guide is not included in the daily registration.  Daily registrants are required to provide their own ISA Arborists' Certification Study Guide. The ISA Arborists' Certification Study Guide may be purchased through your CAT Registration, or from the ISA Online Store.

More Info on the ISA CAT Exam: 

Call ISA for more details at 217-355-9411

It is recommended to begin the registration process as early as possible. It can take time to submit the paperwork and receive approval to register.

• To take the exam, individuals must be registered directly with the ISA at least 3 weeks prior to the exam to be eligible for testing.
• The ISA requires a minimum of 3 years documented field experience before taking the Certified Arborist exam.
• The ACTC/CAT Program series does not include the exam registration and exam fee.
• ACTC is not responsible for your CAT exam registration.
• The Certified Arborist Exam is proctored by the ISA. 
• The ISA Certified Arborist Exam also requires a fee to be paid directly to the ISA. 
• Please review the qualifications for taking the exam at  http://www.isa-arbor.com/certification/becomeCertified/index.aspx
• Call ISA for more details at 217-355-9411.

Location

Washington Activity Center
2240 W Citrus Way
Phoenix, AZ 85015