Arborists help make the grounds of public facilities look pleasing.
An arborist is another name for grounds maintenance workers. They perform a variety of tasks in order to make the outdoor environment look pleasant and functional. Duties include raking leaves, mowing the lawn, trimming the hedges and trees and planting flowers. Arborists may also care for indoor plants and gardens in commercial and public facilities such as hotels, green houses, and malls. There are no minimal education requirements, yet certification is required. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, those with certification can earn up to $31.33 an hour. Requirements for certification do apply.
ISA Certified Arborist
Arborists will have to pass a rigorous test with the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA). Once they pass the exam, they will become an ISA Certified Arborist. One who is interested in becoming certified can seek employment with an arborist or grounds maintenance facility. In order to test for the ISA certified arborist (or CA), he must have 3 years work experience and make sure to have the 3 years of experience documented and verified for proof. The certification covers a broad area of topics, which helps give candidates flexibility in the field of arboriculture.
Grounds Certification
Candidates can seek certification as a manager or technician with the Professional Grounds Management Society. They must meet at least one of the three listed criteria. A candidate must have a bachelor of science degree in a recognized green field such as arborist or horticulture and 4 years in a grounds maintenance field. Candidates can also have a 2-year degree from a nationally recognized college or junior college, 6 years in the ground maintenance field and 3 years of supervisor experience. Lastly, they can have 8 years in the ground maintenance field, including 4 years of supervisor experience. The exam covers two parts. One part is a proctored exam and consists of 100 true and false and multiple choice questions. Part two of the exam is an open book exam that candidates take at home and complete in a year or less.
Landscape Certification
There are different types of certification with the Professional LandCare Network. These include the landscape industry certified interior certification, landscape industry certified technician, landscape industry certified manager, landscape industry certified horticultural technician, landscape industry certified lawn care manager and landscape industry certified lawn care technician. The Professional LandCare Network doesn't list any requirements for these exams, although candidates must register for the exam, receive the study materials and pay any testing fees.
Certified Treecare Safety Professional
There is a certification as a certified treecare safety professional (CTSP) with the Tree Care Industry Association. There are certain eligibility requirements such as 3 years in a technical tree care field or industry, 6 months of technical field experience or a 2- or 4-year degree in forestry, arboriculture and environmental horticulture. An internship with relative experience is acceptable as well. Applicants must fill out a CTSP form, study from the CTSP Core Competencies study guide and attend the training workshop.
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