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MANITOBA
ARBORISTS TRAINING AND EXAMINATION PROGRAM
WINTER 2008-2009
Photograph
© Bill Remphrey
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Course
Dates:
Classroom
Instruction (Option A)
Monday evenings (total of 12 evenings)
January 12, 2009 - April 6, 2009
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
(No class Monday - March 30, 2009
Workshop
(Option A participants only)
Saturday, April 11, 2009
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Examination
Centres:
University
of Manitoba, Winnipeg
Assiniboine Community College, Brandon
Saturday - May 24, 2008
9:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon
Winnipeg)
Saturday
- November 28, 2008
9:30 a.m. - 12:00
noon
(Winnipeg & Brandon)
Saturday,
February 28, 2009
9:30 a.m. - 12:00
noon
(Winnipeg)
Saturday - April 25, 2009
9:30 a.m. - 12:00
noon
(Winnipeg & Brandon)
Saturday - May 30, 2009
9:30 a.m. - 12:00
noon
(Winnipeg)
Manitoba
standards require individuals who provide tree and shrub care
services for compensation to obtain accreditation from the
Manitoba Arborists Training and Examination Program or
the International Society of Arboriculture Arborist Certification
Program (ISA).
Please Note: The Manitoba Arborists Training Program does not issue your Manitoba Arborists License. To acquire this license, apply to Manitoba
Conservation, Licensing Section, Financial Services Branch (945-4683).
Proof of either the University of Manitoba (U of M) accreditation
or ISA Certification along with proof of insurability is required
to make an application. The fee for this license is $20.00.
The Manitoba
Arborists Training and Examination Program, which replaces
the Manitoba Tree Pruner’s Program, is offered jointly
by the U of M in cooperation with Assiniboine Community College
(ACC). The U of M’s School of Agriculture offers the
training and examinations in eastern Manitoba. ACC has been
designated to offer training and examination opportunities
in western Manitoba, phone: (204) 725-8700, ext. 6683.
People
who have a professional or amateur interest in tree care will
benefit from this program. It is recommended that participants
have the ability to work at a Grade 12 literacy level to best
read and comprehend the course material.
The
Pesticide Applicator’s Certification and Licence
is required for individuals who apply pesticides in private
and public industries. This is a separate program available
through Assiniboine Community College. Information regarding
the Pesticide
Applicators/Dispenser Certification is available on
their website.
Course
Topics:
- Tree
Biology
- Plant
Identification and Selection
- Soil
and Water Relations
- Plant
Nutrition and Fertilization
- Installation
and Establishment
- Pruning
- Cabling
and Bracing / Lightning Protection
- Construction
Management
- Safety
and Climbing
- Problem
Diagnosis and Management (including Dutch Elm Disease Management)
Instructor:
Roy St. Lawrence, ISA Certified Arborist.
Roy St.
Lawrence is the managing arborist and owner of Heartwood Arboriculture
in Oakville, MB which provides arboricultural and consultation
services. Roy studied forestry at Lakehead University and
subsequently worked in the areas of silviculture, landscaping,
plant propagation, and nursery crop production. He is a Certified
Arborist with the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA)
and has taught various plant and tree related courses at several
post secondary institutions and to community groups.
Program
Options:
A.
Classroom Instruction and Exam: The
course consists of 24 hours of classroom instruction and a
6-hour practical pruning, safety and climbing session. This
training will prepare you to write a timed, 2.5-hour, multiple-choice
(150 questions) exam. Exam dates are scheduled
for Saturdays, 9:30-12:00: November 28, 2008, February 28,
2009, April 25, 2009, and May 30, 2009. You will
have the opportunity to register for the initial exam with
the course. If you are unsuccessful in your initial attempt
at the exam, you will have the opportunity for up to two re-writes
within the next 12 months. The minimum overall passing grade
is 70% and the minimum passing grade in each subject is 60%.
Cost:
$450.00 (includes G.S.T.)
B.
Home Study Guide and Exam: The study guide is also available
from the U of M for individuals interested in registering
for a home study option. Four standard dates per year will
be scheduled for the opportunity to write the exam without
participating in the classroom training. Exam
dates are scheduled for Saturdays, 9:30-12:00: November 28,
2008, February 28, 2009, April 25, 2009, and May 30, 2009.
Cost:
$250 (includes G.S.T.)
C.
Examination Rewrites: Cost: $75
(includes G.S.T.)
To apply, print and complete this FORM
and mail to:
School
of Agriculture
Room 248 Agriculture Building
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2
Enclose
a cheque/money order payable to the University of Manitoba
to cover the fees. The fees are payable before the short course
begins. Registration deadline is no later than one week prior
to the beginning of each course. All courses will be taught
in the Agriculture Building at the University of Manitoba,
Fort Garry Campus. Information about exact room locations
will be sent with confirmation letters.
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