BASIC Tree Trimmer Certification - ENGLISH

Basic Tree Trimming Certification Class

Topics covered will be:

The goals of pruning, good versus poor cuts, understanding why tree abuse hurts trees, canopy elevation, thinning/reduction cuts, correcting structural defects, and more.

There will be an on-site pruning demonstration. Please be prepared to go outdoors.

This is an in-person class.

- All businesses or governmental agencies that advertise, offer or perform tree trimming services in Broward County are required to obtain a Tree Trimmer License.

- Tree trimmers employed by these agencies are REQUIRED to have a Tree Trimmer Certification. These certifications are valid for a maximum of two years.

- A CERTIFICATION and a LICENSE are two different things - both are required to trim trees.

- This class will teach the BASICS of proper tree pruning according to American National Standards Institute [ANSI].

- This class is open to industry professionals AND the general public.

- More questions? Please e-mail ggiacinto@ufl.edu

The University of Florida is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. For disability accommodations such as sign language interpreters and listening devices, please contact Michael Orfanedes, morf@ufl.edu at least one week in advance. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.

The University of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Institution.