What is it like being an arborist?

Arborists will prune, hedge, and remove trees. They do not just cut down trees, though. Arborists work to plant trees, and help trees grow in the right areas, as well as maintain trees. Certified arborists can diagnose tree disease, as well as insect or pest problems too.

What would a career as an arborist involve?

An arborist is a professional who cares for trees and other woody plants by pruning, fertilizing, monitoring for insects and diseases, consulting on tree related issues, and occasionally planting, transplanting and removing trees.

What does an arborist know?

Professional, trained arborists know how to properly maintain trees for the safety of the public and the health of the tree. Trees are an investment that require proper tree care; however, pruning or removing trees, especially large trees, can be dangerous work. Learn more about why you should hire an arborist.

Is being an arborist hard?

Becoming an efficient climbing arborist definitely takes time, commitment and dedication, also listening and learning from others around you. This position will vary greatly from day to day.

Do Arborists make good money?

Arborists working for the federal government earned the most salary, averaging $53,510 a year, reports the BLS. Those working for local governments were a far second, making $41,770 a year, while state governments pay arborists $41,200 a year.

How long is the ISA test?

3.5 hours
The examination is made up of 200 multiple-choice questions. Each question has four possible answers listed, only one of which is correct. You will have 3.5 hours (210 minutes) to complete the written exam. You must pass the exam to obtain the certification.

What are the levels of arborist?

ISA Certification and Credentials

• ISA Certified Arborist® #0847.
• ISA Certified Arborist Utility Specialist™
• ISA Certified Arborist Municipal Specialist®
• ISA Certified Tree Worker Climber Specialist®
• ISA Certified Tree Worker Aerial Lift Specialist®
• ISA Board Certified Master Arborist®
• Learn More.

What do you call someone who studies wood?

An arborist, tree surgeon, or (less commonly) arboriculturist, is a professional in the practice of arboriculture, which is the cultivation, management, and study of individual trees, shrubs, vines, and other perennial woody plants in dendrology and horticulture.