The tree care profession has experienced rapid growth over the past decade and there is a significant amount of knowledge required to perform at the highest level. International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) credentials help customers identify qualified, knowledgeable tree care professionals.

This course will help prepare professionals to take the ISA Certified Arborist examination. Others are invited to attend to gain a better understanding of the benefits of trees and develop their tree identification and tree care skills. Topics include: Tree Biology, Identification, Water Management, Tree Nutrition, Tree Selection and Pruning, Plant Health Care, Tree Assessment, Trees and Construction, Urban Forestry, & more!

Visit the West Texas Urban Forestry Council website: www.wtufc.org (registration deadline – Aug. 8)

Cost: $250 per person (limited to 25 attendees) Special student price: $199 Certified Arborists seeking CEUs: $150 Attendees who have previously participated in the course & already have the book but would like a refresher: $150 Call (832) 260-5866 if you have any questions

16 hours of focused training from experts + Divided into four sessions Fridays from 8:30 am to 1 pm Aug. 30, Sept. 6, Sept. 13, Sept. 20

Location: Texas A&M AgriLife Ext. Office

301 Manny Martinez Sr. Drive, El Paso, TX 79905

•          Cost includes a full ISA Arborist study guide

•          ISA continuing education credits available