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Introduction to Arborist Apprenticeship for Tree Care Businesses

When
May 14, 2024
6:15 PM - 7:30 PM
Location
ZOOM
Registered
46 registrants

Registration

GAA Members & Business Supporters
Non-Members – $20.00

Bi-monthly Virtual Training:

Introduction to Arborist Apprenticeship for Tree Care Businesses

This webinar aims to provide valuable insights into the benefits and processes of incorporating Registered Arborist Apprenticeship programs into the tree care industry. Apprenticeships offer a structured pathway for individuals to acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to be successful in tree care careers and proves to be a successful recruitment and retention tool for employers.

Presented by:

Erin Demers -- TCIA

Erin Demers has a background in education and is currently the Manager of Workforce Recruitment & Retention with the Tree Care Industry Association. In her role, Erin supports tree care companies and educational organizations with registering Arborist Apprenticeship programs, facilitates Student Career Day and Women in Tree Care events, and oversees the Arborist Safety Training Institute. Erin supports workforce development in the tree care industry in an effort to recruit new workers and provide resources to positively impact training and retention.

In this session we will learn about:

This session will cover the benefits of apprenticeships for business, program components, and success stories. Tree care business owners, managers, tree care professionals, and other attendees will gain an understanding into the implementation of apprenticeship programs, fostering a stronger connection between tree care businesses and the next generation of arborists.

Location/Format: Virtual via ZOOM - upon registration via the GAA Website you will receive a confirmation and instructions to register your email via ZOOM. Please be sure to complete this step to ensure you receive the log in instructions ahead of the event.

Time: 6:15 pm - 7:30 pm

Agenda:

6:15 pm-6:30 pm: Introduction & settle in, Q&A rules, & CEU sign in instructions

6:30 pm-7:30 pm: Training Session

Cost: FREE to all GAA Members and Business Supporters. $20 for non-members

ISA CEUS: 1

Questions?

Please email us at info@georgiaarborist.org

***This training is recorded and will be sent by email to all registrants within a week of the event***

Georgia Arborist Association

Email: info@georgiaarborist.org
Phone: (404) 913-1422
Address: GAA ~ P.O. Box 2516, Decatur GA 30031