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ACTC 2026 CAT Certified Arborist Training Course (6 Classes)

  • January 30, 2026
  • 8:00 AM
  • March 06, 2026
  • 3:00 PM
  • Mesa, Arizona
  • 125

Arizona Community Tree Council  Presents 

2026 Certified Arborist Training and Review 

a 6-Class Course designed to prepare tree-care industry workers for the ISA Certified Arborist Exam

Location:  Mesa, Arizona


Registration Opens December 1, 2025


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Training Class Dates:

  • Friday, January 30, 2026; 8:00 am - 3:00 pm (6 CEUs)
  • Friday, February 6, 2026; 8:00 am - 3:00 pm (6 CEUs)
  • Friday, February 13, 2026; 8:00 am - 3:00 pm (6 CEUs)
  • Friday, February 20, 2026; 8:00 am - 3:00 pm (6 CEUs)
  • Friday, February 27, 2026; 8:00 am - 3:00 pm (6 CEUs)
  • Friday, March 6, 2026; 8:00 am - 3:00 pm (6 CEUs)


Exam Date:

Saturday, March 7, 2026

What is Certified Arborist Training (CAT)?
The Certified Arborist Training Course is a series of classes designed to prepare students to take the ISA Certified Arborist exam. It is also an excellent introduction to the field of arboriculture, as well as a great review for industry professions. The course is open to all students. CEU's are offered for Certified Arborists.

What will I learn?
Classes cover all chapters in the ISA Arborists' Certification Study Guide.

What materials do I need?

The ISA Arborists' Certification Study Guide is included with your Full Registration. (All Daily Registrants are required to provide their own ISA Arborists' Certification Study Guide, and may purchase from ACTC or ISA)


What if I am unable to attend all 6 classes? 

Daily Registration is available. The ISA Arborists' Certification Study Guide is not included in the daily registration.  Daily registrants are required to provide their own ISA Arborists' Certification Study Guide. The ISA Arborists' Certification Study Guide may be purchased through your CAT Registration, or from the ISA Online Store.


 More Info on the ISA Certified Arborist Exam: 

Call ISA for more questions and details at 678-367-0981

  •  There are limited seats for the exam.
  •  It is recommended to begin the Exam Application process as early as possible.
  •  It can take time to submit the paperwork and receive approval to register to take the exam.
  • To take the exam, individuals must apply directly with the ISA approximately 4 weeks prior to the exam to be eligible for testing.  Please follow up with ISA regarding the deadline for the scheduled exam of your preference.
  • The ISA requires a minimum of 3 years documented field experience before taking the Certified Arborist exam. If you are a self-employed business owner, a minimum of 36 months of invoicing is required.
  • The ACTC/CAT Program series does not include the exam application and exam fee.
  • ACTC is not responsible for your Certified Arborist Exam Application.
  • The Certified Arborist Exam is proctored by the ISA. 
  • The ISA Certified Arborist Exam requires an Exam Application and Exam Fee to be paid directly to the ISA. 

Call ISA for more details at 678-367-0981


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70 S. Val Vista Drive, Suite A3-186

Gilbert, AZ 85296

(602) 354-3023

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