ISA Tree worker

[Mike Stannard]

Hi all,

 

Only been in arbor the last 12 months, and in my 2nd year of an ND. However looking at doing the ISA tree worker exam?

 

Just seeing what the general view of this qualification is? who's got it?

 

An does it help towards employment?

 

cheers

[raafbeard]

It will help Mike, undoubtedly. But at the moment I would say tool time is of more value to yourself!!

[sihart100]

i did my isa cert arborist a few years ago and it wasn't that hard imo just read the book cover to cover a few times and swatted up on tree id, pests and diseases the tpos.

 

the tree worker 1 was only half the exam i think and only covered the basics. dont think it covers soils, biology etc just h&s, climbing and every day things like felling cuts ets

 

the exam is mult choice and i think anyone whos in the trade who has the ability to learn from self study should be ok, i failed the exam 1st time but as i got over 70% total only had the do the module i failed on. and the 1st retest is free if i rember right

[Mike Stannard]

It will help Mike, undoubtedly. But at the moment I would say tool time is of more value to yourself!!

 

Ha i agree, so the college in its wisdom have not provided us with any practical sessions! never mind got the tickets an have some work experience going on.

[raafbeard]

Sounds about right! Although College practicals will always be just that!

Work experience is much more useful for showing and teaching you about the job!

Sounds like you are off to a good start mate...ISA certification will always be there in some form, and easier once you know more. Good Luck!!