To become a certified arborist, you will need to take the ISA certified arborist exam. The ISA requires three years of experience before taking the exam, of which up to two years can be replaced by a degree in a relevant field. Read the section on ISA certification in the previous article for more information on how to obtain arborist certification. The ISA certification provides higher levels of achievement to strive for in your career.
The highest level of certification, ISA Board Certified Master Arborist, rewards those who have reached the pinnacle of their profession.