" Thanks for the great boost your organization gives to the Arboriculture industry. Since retirement from Springville City, Utah, my time has been devoted primarily to consulting. I still climb and have been teaching my grandson the art and science of arboriculture. Perhaps he will carry on the work and be involved, as I have, in promoting excellence in craftsmanship and sound science. ArborMaster has filled a void that has existed in the tree care industry in the US since well before the Second World War. My training started in 1955 under a graduate of arboriculture who tutored me on a personal basis for two years. What a tremendous difference your company would have made back then! Again, many thanks and best wishes for a great future.

Dick O'Hallsey, Tree and Landscaping Consulting "

Fast Facts & FAQs
Is there any homework prior to coming to the class?
Yes, if you are enrolled in the Level 1 Tree Climbing Methods module, you will be receiving a knot workbook prior to the start of the program. There will be a list of knots you will be required to know and a list of knots we would like you to at least be familiar with.

As you advance through the ArborMaster courses, our best advice is to practice, practice, practice and then practice some more. This will help to prepare you to learn and employ the skills taught in the more advanced modules.

What equipment will I need for the class?
It depends on which course(s) you have enrolled in. Select the course you are attending below for information on equipment to bring.


Do I need any prior experience to take your courses?
No and Yes.

Some of our courses do not require any prior experience however we do require that you hold full time employment in the green industry as an arborist, in a hands-on role supporting arborists, or other related role in which you use arborist equipment on a regular basis. Courses are not offered to private homeowners or for recreational tree climbing purposes.

Select the course you are attending below for information regarding pre-requisites.
 

I already have 5 years of climbing and chainsaw experience.  Why do I need to take the pre-requisites before I can enroll in the Level 1 Rigging module?
While there is a short answer to this question, we feel the answer and our reasons are important enough to create this lengthy answer.  More information...

I am an ISA Certified Arborist.  How many CEU’s will I receive?
8 CEU’s are awarded for completion of each day of training. A certificate will be provided for you to submit to the ISA for credit for the classes.

I hold my CTSP Certification. Will I receive CEU’s for taking the ArborMaster modules?
Yes, the same holds true for CTSP Certifications. 8 CEU’s are awarded for completion of each day of training.

What’s included in the price of a module?
  • 8 hours of instruction each day
  • Arborist Equipment & Chain Saw Discounts
    Upon completion of both the Level 1 Climbing and Level 1 Precision Felling modules, each participant receives a one time Discount Purchase Certificate good for a 15% savings on one Husqvarna chain saw and/or Husqvarna personal protective equipment; one time 10% discount on arborist equipment through Sherrill Tree; an ArborMaster tee shirt 
  • Gear valued at $65 to include:
    150' of Zing It Throw Line; Two Throw Bags (10 0z & 14 oz) and Prusick cord (courtesy of Samson Rope and Sherrill Tree)
  • Gear for the students to share during the classes
  • 16 ISA CEU's for each 2 day module and 24 CEU's for each 3 day module
  • Course Workbooks
  • Knot workbook for both the Level 1 Climbing and Level 1 Rigging courses

*Meals and accommodations are additional

Can you provide suggestions for local places to stay and directions to the training site?
Local accommodations options are listed here. Directions and a map to the actual training site will be sent to you approximately 1-2 weeks prior to the start of the course.


Lunch arrangements
We suggest that you bring a cooler packed with water and your lunch to the class each day.  As lunch break is typically for 45 minutes, this will save time having to leave the site to purchase lunch.

Is the course available?
Space is available on a first come, first serve basis.  As we only offer a limited number of courses each year, they tend to fill quickly.  However, you may request to be placed on a waiting list.

Am I confirmed for the program?  I sent my registration in by mail but have not heard back yet.
Courses are on a first come, first served basis. Upon receipt of a signed registration form and full payment, we will be communicating with you as follows:

You will be receiving two notices:
  • If the course is available when we receive your registration, you will receive a 'confirmation of registration' notice*
  • A final course confirmation, which will include the directions to the site and any final program details will be sent 1-2 weeks prior to the course.

Classes are expected to fill, however if we do not have the minimum number of participants 30-21 days prior, the course(s) may be rescheduled or cancelled. If this is to occur, we will advise you at that time and a full refund will be applicable.

*If the course is sold out upon receipt of your registration, we will contact you to discuss if you would like to be placed on wait list or consider another location.