HOW TO GET CEUs PRE-APPROVED FOR YOUR EVENT
CEU Pre-Approval Application for Your Event

EVENTS PROVIDING ISA CEUS

This list contains upcoming events that we are aware of and also includes courses that we know have been canceled as well. Nearly all of them provide opportunities to earn ISA CEUs that help you maintain your ISA certifications. While we may not have links for each event that direct you to specific registration information, we do try to provide contact information so you can learn more about the event. NOTE: Not all events listed are sponsored or co-sponsored by ISA Southern Chapter and the Chapter is not responsible for those events.

WEBINAR/EVENT OPPORTUNITIES Many of the event organizers and hosts listed below provide clear instruction for obtaining a CEU credit for attending a webinar. ISA policy currently provides that you must watch the content as a live webinar to earn a CEU through the pre-approval process established by the webinar developer and host. This typically means that you must pre-register for the webinar event, just like attending a workshop. Each webinar developer and host will have a different registration process. Read the instructions on their website carefully to insure that understand how to receive CEU credit.

If you are planning an event and want to get ISA CEUs pre-approved for the event, click the link below and complete the application.  Send the completed application with a copy of the agenda for the event to CEU@isasouthern.org.

If you know of opportunities we haven’t listed, you can email us and we’ll get it posted!

OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS

July 28-30, 2026
Certified Arborist Prep Course - hosted by MAC-ISA
Abingdon, VA
Whether you're preparing for the ISA Certified Arborist exam or looking to strengthen your arboriculture knowledge, this course is designed to help you succeed. Register to reserve your spot: https://www.mac-isa.org/events/cc-7-28-2026-abingdon.

July 29, 2026
Carolina Canopy: Tree Pests
Raleigh, NC
Join the NC Urban Forest Council for a one-day event. Tree pest topics include Forest Health, Elm Zigzag Sawfly, Hemlock Woolly Adelgid, Emerald Ash Borer, and Spotted Lanternfly. More information HERE.

July 29-31, 2026
Prescription Pruning Qualification (PPQ)
Chattanooga, TN
Join the Tennessee Urban Forestry Council for a two-day event. Day three is an exam. PPQ, developed by the Florida Chapter ISA, is a practical training program focused on planning, specifying, and implementing objective-based pruning. More information HERE.

July 31, 2026
ISA Certified Arborist Exam Prep & Tree Care Workshop
Fayetteville, Arkansas
Join the Arkansas Urban Forestry Council for an arborist exam prep course. Workshop topics include Safe Work Practices, Tree Biology, Tree ID, Soil Science and Management, Pruning, Diagnosis and Plant Disorders, and Tree Risk Assessment. More information HERE.

July 31, 2026
ISA CERTIFIED ARBORIST, UTILITY SPECIALIST, MUNICIPAL SPECIALIST EXAM
Washington County Extension Office 2536 W McConnell Avenue Fayetteville, AR 72701
ISA Certified Arborist, Utility Arborist, and Municipal Specialist written exams are scheduled for Friday, July 31, 2026. Applicants for each exam must register by July 9, 2026, at the ISA website. If you’re new to ISA, you’ll need to create an ISA profile at creating or logging in to your ISA account.

Registering for an exam includes 2 steps. First, you must complete an application for your selected credential. On your ISA profile, find the link “Apply for an ISA Certification” Complete the application for your selected credential. Second, once the application is submitted and approved by ISA, then you can register for an exam. Be sure to submit your application well in advance of registering for an exam as it can take several weeks to get a submitted application approved.

August 4-6, 2026                TRAQ 3-DAY COURSE REGISTRATION IS CLOSED - CLASS IS FULL City of Charlotte - General Services Local host - City of Charlotte 701 Tuckaseegee Road Charlotte NC 28208 ISA has launched TRAQ 3.0! This new version of TRAQ will require that you verify your eligibility before you register for a TRAQ course. Please read the “ISA TRAQ Application Guide” to be very clear about the full course prerequisites and details about the credential and the courses. Then, be prepared to follow the steps below….

IMPORTANT STEPS 1) If you hold a current ISA credential (Certified Arborist, etc) you can register directly for this class by using the registration link below. 2) If you are not certain about your eligibility to take a TRAQ courses, you need to compete an application with ISA to be sure you are eligible for the course. Download this guide to get approval to register for this class if you are not an ISA credential holder. Again, if you do not hold an ISA credential, you need to apply with ISA first, then come back to Southern Chapter to register for the class. Be sure that you submit your application to ISA well in advance of the class. 3) Once your application from ISA is approved, you can then register for the class with the link below.

Be sure you are prepared to register at least 30 days prior to the class.  Registration will close when class capacity is reached. Register early!! Additional information can be found on the ISA Southern Chapter website at https://www.isasouthern.org/traq-events 

August 22, 2026
Canopy Class: Pruning - Limbwalking - Delegation
Morganton, NC
Ethical arboriculture, body mechanics of limbwalking, and learn the "Divide and Conquer" strategy. More information HERE.

August 22, 2026
Canopy Class: Business Management - Gear Talk - Making Decisions Under Stress
Morganton, NC
Are you ready for the next level? Whether you're starting your own outfit or leading a crew, this class gives you the tools to succeed when the pressure is on. More information HERE.

August 26-28, 2026
Certified Arborist Exam Prep Course
Nashville, TN
This in-person course brings together top arboriculture professionals from across Tennessee to deliver 16 chapters of the ISA Certification Study Guide (4th Edition) in a focused, interactive format. You’ll leave with a better understanding of arboricultural principles and practices, plus valuable networking connections. More information HERE.

August 27, 2026
Trees SC Fall Arborist Workshop
Columbia, SC
This one-day event presented by Trees SC includes power equipment care & use; tree injection techniques; criteria for useful city tree inventory; oak wilt risk, recognition, treatment, and management; and building an urban forest management plan. More information HERE.

September 9, 2026
NC Community Trees Webinar: Claims, Insurance, and Tree Care
Learn how to confidently navigate the tree care claims process, from the moment an incident occurs through final resolution. We'll cover the critical first steps, common mistakes to avoid, and how to work effectively with your insurance partner to help minimize costs, reduce delays, and achieve the best possible outcome. More information HERE.

September 17-20, 2026
Tennessee Tree Climbing Championship
Nashville, TN
This four-day event at Centennial Park includes a workshop, rec climb, and Tree Climbing Championship. More information HERE.

September 17, 2026
Proper Plant Installation Demonstration Workshop
Asheville, NC
Join the Buncombe County Cooperative Extension for a half-day workshop. Topics include site selection & analysis, soil preparation & testing protocols, tools of the trade, and a live installation demo. More information HERE.

September 23, 2026
Invasive Grasses of the Southeast: Ecology and Management WEBINAR
This webinar will be presented by Christopher Evans – Forestry Extension and Research Specialist from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Discover the biology, impact, and management of some commonly found invasive grass species, including cogongrass, Johnsongrass, Japanese stiltgrass, and miscanthus. More information HERE.

October 5-7, 2026                REGISTRATION IS CLOSED - CLASS IS FULL TRAQ 3-DAY COURSE Local co-hosts - City of Durham and NC Cooperative Extension NC Cooperative Extension - Durham County 721 Foster Street Durham, NC 27701 ISA has launched TRAQ 3.0! This new version of TRAQ will require that you verify your eligibility before you register for a TRAQ course. Please read the “ISA TRAQ Application Guide” to be very clear about the full course prerequisites and details about the credential and the courses. Then, be prepared to follow the steps below….

IMPORTANT STEPS 1) If you hold a current ISA credential (Certified Arborist, etc) you can register directly for this class by using the registration link below. 2) If you are not certain about your eligibility to take a TRAQ courses, you need to compete an application with ISA to be sure you are eligible for the course. Download this guide to get approval to register for this class if you are not an ISA credential holder. Again, if you do not hold an ISA credential, you need to apply with ISA first, then come back to Southern Chapter to register for the class. Be sure that you submit your application to ISA well in advance of the class. 3) Once your application from ISA is approved, you can then register for the class with the link below.

Be sure you are prepared to register at least 30 days prior to the class.  Registration will close when class capacity is reached. Register early!! Additional information can be found on the ISA Southern Chapter website at https://www.isasouthern.org/traq-events 

October 8, 2026
SC Green Industry Association Fall Field Day
Columbia, SC
Join the SC Green Industry Association for its 23rd Annual Fall Field Day. Featuring educational presentations, hands-on courses, equipment demonstrations, and networking with exhibitors. More information HERE.

October 8-9, 2026
17th Annual Great NC Tree Conference
Hickory, NC
Join the NC Urban Forest Council for a two-day conference. This will be an amazing opportunity to learn from experts in tree care and management, network with 200+ members of the NC tree community, and meet with exhibitors and vendors. More information HERE.

October 14, 2026, 1pm EST
WEBINAR: Herbicide Symptomology in Forest Settings
Join Clemson University and Dr. Brady Self, Extension Professor and Extension Forestry Coordinator from Mississippi State University, for a one-hour webinar that will discuss herbicide damage in forest settings, including its impacts and ways to prevent it. More information HERE.

October 15-16, 2026
2026 Alabama Urban Forestry Association Annual Conference
Orange Beach, AL
Join AUFA for a two-day conference. Topics include IVM, tree risk, ANSI Z133 updates, OSHA, ethics, consultancy, mature tree care, natives and pollinators, chainsaw protection, and client requests. More information HERE.

October 26-28, 2026                TRAQ 3-DAY COURSE Gulf Coast Research and Extension Center Local co-host - Alabam Cooperative Extension 8300 Hwy 104 Fairhope, AL 36532 ISA has launched TRAQ 3.0! This new version of TRAQ will require that you verify your eligibility before you register for a TRAQ course. Please read the “ISA TRAQ Application Guide” to be very clear about the full course prerequisites and details about the credential and the courses. Then, be prepared to follow the steps below….

IMPORTANT STEPS 1) If you hold a current ISA credential (Certified Arborist, etc) you can register directly for this class by using the registration link below. 2) If you are not certain about your eligibility to take a TRAQ courses, you need to compete an application with ISA to be sure you are eligible for the course. Download this guide to get approval to register for this class if you are not an ISA credential holder. Again, if you do not hold an ISA credential, you need to apply with ISA first, then come back to Southern Chapter to register for the class. Be sure that you submit your application to ISA well in advance of the class. 3) Once your application from ISA is approved, you can then register for the class with the link below.

Be sure you are prepared to register at least 30 days prior to the class.  Registration will close when class capacity is reached. Register early!! Additional information can be found on the ISA Southern Chapter website at https://www.isasouthern.org/traq-events 

REGISTER for Oct 26-28 Fairhope AL TRAQ Course HERE

November 5, 2026
Proper Pruning: How to Avoid Common Pitfalls
Asheville, NC
Join the Buncombe County Cooperative Extension for a half-day workshop. Topics include the science of the cut, timing is everything, techniques & styles, and tools of the trade. More information HERE.

November 9, 2026, 1pm EST
WEBINAR: Phytophthora Diseases on Trees and Shrubs in Urban and Forest Environments
Join Dr. Steve Jeffers, Professor and Extension Specialist from Clemson University, for a one-hour webinar that will cover Phytophthora biology, its impacts, and potential management strategies. More information HERE.

November 9-11, 2026                TRAQ 3-DAY COURSE Greenway Farm Conference Center Local co-host - City of Chattanooga 4960 Gann Store Road Hixson, TN 37343 (Chattanooga) ISA has launched TRAQ 3.0! This new version of TRAQ will require that you verify your eligibility before you register for a TRAQ course. Please read the “ISA TRAQ Application Guide” to be very clear about the full course prerequisites and details about the credential and the courses. Then, be prepared to follow the steps below….

IMPORTANT STEPS 1) If you hold a current ISA credential (Certified Arborist, etc) you can register directly for this class by using the registration link below. 2) If you are not certain about your eligibility to take a TRAQ courses, you need to compete an application with ISA to be sure you are eligible for the course. Download this guide to get approval to register for this class if you are not an ISA credential holder. Again, if you do not hold an ISA credential, you need to apply with ISA first, then come back to Southern Chapter to register for the class. Be sure that you submit your application to ISA well in advance of the class. 3) Once your application from ISA is approved, you can then register for the class with the link below.

Be sure you are prepared to register at least 30 days prior to the class.  Registration will close when class capacity is reached. Register early!! Additional information can be found on the ISA Southern Chapter website at https://www.isasouthern.org/traq-events 

REGISTER for Nov 9-11 Chattanooga TRAQ Course HERE

December 2, 2026
NC Community Trees Webinar: Phosphite Usage in Tree Care
Learn how to utilize phosphites in tree care from Dr. Glynn Percival with Bartlett Tree Experts. We will discuss the benefits, best practices, potential drawbacks, and current as well as future technologies for phosphite usage on community trees. More information HERE.


February 18, 2027
29th Annual Eastern NC Landscape Conference & Trade Show
Rocky Mount, NC
This conference brings together landscape contractors, turfgrass managers, nursery and greenhouse professionals, arborists, and green industry business owners from across eastern North Carolina. Each year, leading researchers and industry experts address current challenges in landscape management, pest and disease control, plant selection, and business operations. More information HERE.

February 22-24, 2027
ISA Southern 85th Annual Conference and Trade Show
Winston-Salem, NC
Planning is underway for workshops, educational sessions, and green-industry networking. More information HERE.