{"id":307,"date":"2020-06-09T21:31:38","date_gmt":"2020-06-09T21:31:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.eastsidetreeworks.com\/blog\/?p=307"},"modified":"2026-04-06T17:48:37","modified_gmt":"2026-04-06T17:48:37","slug":"seattle-certified-arborists","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.eastsidetreeworks.com\/blog\/seattle-certified-arborists\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Use Seattle Certified Arborists?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You have many choices when it comes to hiring a tree company to perform work at your Seattle home or business.\u00a0 Choosing a company with ISA Seattle Certified Arborists on staff guarantee you receive quality tree services using only proper procedures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Why is this important?&nbsp; Because improper pruning techniques can cause damage that lasts the lifetime of the tree or allow insects and disease to take hold.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition, tree work can be dangerous (especially removals), which is why it&#8217;s important to use approved techniques to safely complete work so no one gets hurt.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Seattle Certified Arborists on staff<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Eastside Tree Works takes great pride in delivering quality tree services and to that end, have multiple ISA Certified Arborists on staff. \u00a0ISA Certification is a voluntary program that tests and certifies someone\u2019s professional and practical knowledge in the field of arboriculture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Being an ISA Certified Arborist shows our customers that these specific employees have attained a high level of knowledge in tree biology, diagnosis, maintenance practices, safety, and related tree industry areas.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Value of Certified Arborist<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Eastside employees who work under the supervision of our arborists and customers alike can be reassured that the information they receive is accurate.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Professional recommendations are based on their vast pool of knowledge, which is a combination of textbook studies, on-going training and years of field work putting learned practices to work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A valuable part of any Certified Arborists job is to educate the public about general tree care, approved techniques for said care and the role trees play in the environment.&nbsp; This also includes the consequences of using incorrect methods and potential threats from diseases and insects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What does the exam cover?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The written exam is made up of 200 multiple choice questions covering a wide range of arboriculture topics divided into these 10 areas.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Soil management 12%<\/li><li>Identification &amp; selection 8%<\/li><li>Installation &amp; establishment 5%<\/li><li>Safe Work Practices 15%<\/li><li>Tree biology 8%<\/li><li>Pruning 16%<\/li><li>Diagnosis &amp; treatment 12%<\/li><li>Urban forestry 7%<\/li><li>Tree protection 4%<\/li><li>Tree risk management 13%<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The number reflects the percentage of questions dedicated to that subject area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Purpose of ISA Certification program<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The main purpose is to provide a way for the public and government to identify professionals who have demonstrated (by passing an exam) that they possess an in-depth knowledge and skill in tree care practices.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The ISA also sees the program as a way to improve competency in the industry by increasing on-going education and the adoption of safe working practices while generating incentives for tree care workers to expand their credentials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Certified Arborist exam<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No just anyone is eligible to apply for the exam.&nbsp; The ISA Credentialing Council require candidates to have a minimum of 3 years of full-time experience in arboriculture or a combination of education and practical experience.&nbsp; Note:&nbsp; 1-year FT experience equals 2,080 hours of work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Acceptable experience includes practical knowledge of arboriculture topics (pruning\/treatment, etc.) obtained by working at a tree care or landscape company, nursery, state forestry agency or other related jobs.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A 2-year associate degree with a minimum of 2 courses related to arboriculture plus 2 years (or equivalent) of FT experience.&nbsp; A 4-year bachelor\u2019s degree with a minimum of 4 courses plus 1 year of practical FT experience in arboriculture also qualifies.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Other combinations of certification programs and\/or work experience may satisfy the requirements.&nbsp; Written documentation must be submitted and approved before permission is granted to take the exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the process to apply?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To become a candidate, you must first apply online or submit a completed application.&nbsp; You must pay an exam fee and review\/accept the ISA Certified Arborist Code of Ethics as well as the Certification Agreement and Release Authorization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you receive notice your application has been approved, you can enroll to take the exam, which must be done within 90 days.&nbsp; Exams are either paper-based or computer-based and candidates can choose which works best for them.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Certification and Recertification<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The passing score is 76%.  If you do not pass on the first try, you can retake the exam.&nbsp; When you pass, you receive the title of ISA Certified Arborist along with a congratulatory letter, score sheet, certificate, identification card, decal, and patch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Certification is valid for 3 years after which, you must recertify.&nbsp; To do that, you can retake the exam or accumulate at least 30 continuing education units (CEUs) over the 3-year period related to the 10 test areas and pay the recertification fee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Eastside Tree Works has many <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eastsidetreeworks.com\/seattle-arborist.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Seattle Certified Arborists<\/a> who are dedicated to the tree industry. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Choose a company with ISA Seattle Certified Arborists to guarantee you&#8217;ll receive quality tree 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