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    Webinar: Tree and Plant Appraisal Practices for Professionals

    • July 09, 2024
    • 6:15 PM - 7:30 PM
    • ZOOM

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    Tree and Plant Appraisal Practices for Professionals 

    July 9th 6:15-7:30 pm.
    with John Snow and John Harris

    1 ISA CEU (applied for)

    This webinar is designed to highlight the importance and benefits of obtaining professional credentials in the green industry. Our instructors are John A. Harris, an experienced Landscape Economist, Consulting Arborist and Tree and Plant Appraiser, who is an SME (Subject Matter Expert) for the ASCA TPAQ Program, and John Snow, BCMA and Certified Arborist with decades of experience in assessing and valuing trees. This webinar will delve into the ASCA Tree and Plant Appraisal Qualification (TPAQ) program, and the basics of Tree and Plant Appraisal as a Specialty Practice Area in Arboriculture.

    Importance of Professional Credentials: Understand the value of professional credentials and why they are crucial for career advancement and industry recognition.

    1. Overview of ASCA TPAQ: Learn about the ASCA Tree and Plant Appraisal Qualification, its significance, and how it aligns with ASTM standards for professional credentials.

    2. Benefits of TPAQ: Discover how TPAQ can enhance your appraisal skills, improve your professional credibility, and open new career opportunities in tree and plant appraisal.

    3. Expert Guidance: Gain insights from John A. Harris and John Snow, seasoned experts with extensive experience in assessing and valuing trees, landscapes, and natural areas across North America and the Caribbean.

    4. Professional Standards and Practices: Explore the principles of the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) and learn how to apply these standards to ensure high-quality, ethical appraisals.

    Who Should Attend?

    • Arborists

    • Urban foresters

    • Landscape professionals

    • Environmental consultants

    • Anyone interested in advancing their career in the green industry

    Don't miss this opportunity to learn about professional credentials, what value you gain from the ASCA TPAQ credential, and about Tree and Plant Appraisal basics from knowledgeable instructors. Register now to secure your spot in this valuable webinar.

    John Harris is a Landscape Economist, Urban Forester, Consulting Arborist, and Landscape Designer, with over 40 years of experience in the Green Industry across North America and the Caribbean. Currently, John is the Principal of LANDSCAPE ECONOMICS LLC, an Expert Services company for assessing and valuing Damage Claims involving trees or landscapes or natural areas. He is also an Expert for personal injury or wrongful death cases involving trees or landscapes, Utility Line Clearance, Arboriculture, Landscaping, and Green Industry practices. John is also President of EARTH ADVISORS, INC., an independent Green Industry Consulting and Project Management company for Urban Forestry, Arboriculture, Landscape, and Environmental Consulting Services.


    John Snow is a passionate Arborist who has spent over three decades addressing the delicate balance between urban development and preserving our precious natural resources. His career spans more than tree care; he is a seasoned urban forestry policymaker, educator, and environmental steward. When he’s not performing site and tree risk assessments and working on permitting and preservation plans, his focus is on Arboricultural Education and Mentorship, connecting busy Arborists With Next-Level Success. John is an ISA Board Certified Master Arborist and qualified Tree Risk Assessor. Additionally, he has played active roles in the Florida Urban Forestry Council and ISA's Florida Chapter Government Affairs Committee. He advocates for trees at all community and government levels.





    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***


    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

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