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Staining in sapwood of an American elm infected with the Dutch Elm Disease fungus.
Photo courtesy of Jennifer Hoffman
FAQ's about Tree Inspector Certification Program
The MN Certified Tree Inspector program was implemented in 1974 in response to Dutch elm disease and oak wilt. Since then, hundreds of communities, municipalities, and private tree care companies have staffed more than 800 certified tree inspectors in Minnesota. It is now administered by the Department of Natural Resources- Division of Forestry.
How to become certified?
In order to become a Certified Tree Inspector you need to pass a certification test that demonstrates proficiency in:
When are NEW Tree Inspector Training workshops offered in 2008?
The University of Minnesota will host NEW Tree Inspector Training workshops on January 29th and May 21st in St. Paul along with a workshop in Cloquet on May 19th. You can attend one of the trainings to help you prepare for the certification test.
Exams will be provided at the end of each training workshop. Once you submit a registration form and your payment a study packet will be mailed to you that includes information needed for examination. Study packets are NOT available online and are only available to individuals participating in the certification training!
The registration form can be found through the following link:
How to maintain certification with recertification credit hours?
In order to maintain Certified Tree Inspector status you will need to attend annual recertification workshops and then submit continuing education hours to the DNR. A total of 6 hours (4 hours at one event) are needed for recertification and need to be cleared through the University of Minnesota. For more information on recertification visit MN DNR. Recertification workshops will need to teach the latest information on any of the following:
- tree care
- exotic species management
- shade tree management
- tree selection
- insect and disease identification
- tree health care
- other timely topics
What workshops qualify for recertification in 2008-2009?
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Date |
Location |
Hours |
Host |
2009 |
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Jan. 16th- March 26th |
Roseville City Hall |
2 per session |
Rainbow Treecare |
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March 17 and 18 |
Bethel University, Arden Hills |
6 |
University of Minnesota |
NW Community Forestry Workshop
Recertification form |
March 26 |
Bede Ballroom-
UMN Crookston Campus |
6 |
University of Minnesota |
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March 26 |
Bede Ballroom-
UMN Crookston Campus |
6 |
MN Dept of Ag,
MN DNR,
UMN Extension |
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March 31 |
Hibbing Memorial Building, Hibbing MN |
6 |
MN Dept of Ag,
MN DNR,
UMN Extension |
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April 2 |
Dakota County Extension and Conservation Center, Farmington, MN |
6 |
MN Dept of Ag,
MN DNR,
UMN Extension |
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April 7 |
Lamberton Research and Outreach Center, Lamberton MN |
6 |
MN Dept of Ag,
MN DNR,
UMN Extension |
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May 19 |
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6 |
University of Minnesota |
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May 21 |
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6 |
University of Minnesota |
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Oct. 8th |
details coming soon... |
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Minnesota Society of Arboriculture |
How do I order a Tree Inspector Field Manual?
A Tree Inspector Field Manual (pdf) is available from the University of Minnesota for the cost of
$90 + shipping. This manual is NOT required for examination but is useful as a reference manual and identification guide for basic tree care of trees in Minnesota.
The Tree Inspector program is managed by the Department of Natural Resources- Division of Forestry as of 2007. Information on new certification and recertification along with update training sessions can be found at the Department of Natural Resources MN Certified Tree Inspector Program webpage.
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