To be eligible for the exams, you will need to fulfil one of the following criteria:

• Minimum of three-years full-time experience in arboriculture (as at application submission); OR

• Two-year degree in arboriculture and two years of practical experience; OR

• Four-year degree in a related field and one year of practical experience; OR

• Assessment-based Certificate Program (Diplomas, Certificates)

Acceptable experience includes the practical use of knowledge involved in pruning, fertilization, installation and establishment, diagnosis and treatment of tree problems, cabling and bracing, climbing, or other services that directly relate to arboriculture. For any experience to count towards a candidate's eligibility, ISA will need to receive accompanying documentation. Accompanying documents to be submitted with application: For educational experience, a transcript from the completed degree program.

For employment experience, letters of reference from employer(s), including the number of years of applicable experience. For self-employment experience: Letters of reference from customer (minimum one year per of applicable experience) or dated invoices (minimum one per year of applicable experience).