Join Us for the KAA Certified Arborist Preparation Course!
Led by Dr. Bill Fountain, Professor Emeritus of Arboriculture & Landscape Management, University of Kentucky Department of Horticulture

Course Details:

Dates:

Monday, September 15, 2025: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Lunch provided)
(Registration opens at 8:15 AM – please do not arrive early.)
Tuesday, September 16, 2025: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Lunch provided)
Wednesday, September 17, 2025: Arrive at 8:00 AM and test starts 8:30 AM

Location:
Kentucky Community and Technical College System, 300 N. Main St, Versailles, KY 40383
Organizer: Kentucky Arborists' Association (KAA)
Registration Deadline: Monday, July 28, 2025
To pay by check with no processing fees, contact Bonnie Burnick at info@ky-isa.org.

ISA Certification Exam:

Date: Wednesday, September 17, 2025
Exam Start Time: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Location: Same as the course
Exam Registration Deadline: Monday, July 28, 2025
Minimum Participants Required: 5
Specialties Offered:

ISA Certified Arborist
Utility Specialist
Municipal Specialist

Important Notes:

Separate registration with ISA is required for the Certification Exam.
Application for the exam must be submitted directly to ISA.

To register for the exam, visit ISA Exam Information or contact ISA:

Phone: +1 (217) 355-9411
Email: isa@isa-arbor.com

Hotel Recommendation:
Holiday Inn Express & Suites – Lexington W
365 Commerce Drive, Versailles, KY 40383
Phone: (859) 873-5501
Holiday Inn Express Website

For any questions about the KAA Certified Arborist Preparation Course, please contact:
Bonnie Burnick
Email: info@ky-isa.org

For questions about the Certification Exam, contact ISA directly.

ISA Certified Arborist Prep-Course & Exam Sept 2025

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