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

March 4, 2026
Webinar: NC Community Trees - Caring for NC Birds During Tree Work
Join the NC Urban Forest Council for this one-hour webinar. Tree work increases the likelihood of encountering our feathered friends. Learn about what to do in common situations such as protocols when encountering an injured bird, active nest sites, and even territorial birds. With your help, we can minimize the risk to people and birds. More information HERE.

March 7, 2026
5th Annual Soda City Aerial Rescue Workshop
Lexington, SC
New Heights Tree Care is hosting a full-day aerial rescue workshop. More information HERE.

March 7, 2026
Canopy Class: Work Plan - Rigging - Communication
Morganton, NC
Ever had a job go sideways because of a simple misunderstanding? In this class, we’re breaking down the climbing & rigging components of the job AND the necessary teamwork for an efficient day in the trees. More information HERE.

March 11, 2026
Hemlock Treatment Workshop
Highlands, NC
Join the Hemlock Restoration Initiative for a one-day workshop. More information HERE.

March 11, 2026
Reading the Leaves: Common Hardwood Tree Diseases with Foliar Symptoms
Join Clemson Extension for a one-hour webinar. In this webinar, Ben Powell will discuss the biology of the yellow-legged hornet and its potential impacts. More information HERE.

March 16, 2026 - Danville, AL
March 17, 2026 - Russellville, AL
Trees, Trucks, and Powerlines
Join Gary Ickes of Ickes Tree Service and Alabama Cooperative Extension for a one-day event (two locations. Sessions will cover electrical hazards, proper chainsaw operation technique, jobsite setup, and safety. 3/16 registration HERE. 3/17 registration HERE.

March 19-20, 2026
ASCA TPAQ® Training Workshop and Certificate Exam
Raleigh, NC
The North Carolina Urban Forest Council is hosting the two-day ASCA Tree and Plant Appraisal Qualification (TPAQ®) workshop and certificate exam. Become trained through an introductory course in the theory and application of current tree and plant appraisal approaches, methods, and techniques. 
14 ISA CEUs available.
More information HERE.

March 23-24, 2026
Certified Arborist Review Course
Cullman, AL
Alabama Cooperative Extension is hosting a two-day review course. More information HERE.

March 31, 2026
Webinar: Pest Monitoring Tools, Resources, and Safety - Insect Focus
Dean Bennett with Hort Life is hosting a Zoom workshop on six different dates (3/3, 3/31, 5/6, 6/3, 6/23, and 6/25). More information HERE.

March 31 - April 1, 2026
TreeStrong Alabama Forest Health Short Course
Auburn University is hosting this two-day course. Topics include tree stress, invasive plants, insects, soil, tree autopsy, and climate-smart tree mgmt. More information HERE.

April 2, 2026
Trees and the Law
Monroe, NC
The Charlotte Arborists Association is pleased to be hosting Trees and the Law, a one-day learning symposium. We will hear from expert arborists and attorneys on navigating legal and regulatory challenges, learn how to ensure compliance, and learn how to protect your organization. Thank you to our supporters, ISA Southern, Union County, NC Cooperative Extension, and North Carolina Urban Forestry Council. More information HERE.

April 10, 2026      12:30pm-4:30pm Eastern ISA CERTIFIED ARBORIST, UTILITY SPECIALIST, MUNICIPAL SPECIALIST EXAM Faulkner County Extension Office 844 Faulkner St Conway, AR 72034

ISA Certified Arborist, Utility Arborist, and Municipal Specialist written exams are scheduled for Friday, April 10, 2026. Applicants for each exam must register by March 19, 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.

April 13-15, 2026                TRAQ 3-DAY COURSE REGISTRATION IS CLOSED - CLASS IS FULL Prisma Health Welcome Center at Unity Park 111 Welborn Street Greenville, SC 29601 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 

April 27-29, 2026   (Local Hosts: Tennessee Division of Forestry and Tennessee Urban Forestry Council ) TRAQ 3-DAY COURSE Ed Jones Auditorium at Ellington Agricultural Center 416 Hogan Road Nashville, TN 37220 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 HERE for April 27-29 TRAQ Course (Closes March 23 or when capacity of 20 is reached)

April 29, 2026
Reading the Leaves: Common Hardwood Tree Diseases with Foliar Symptoms
Join Clemson Extension for a one-hour webinar. Dr. Ellen Crocker will discuss the biology, symptoms, impacts, and management strategies for several common hardwood tree diseases with foliar symptoms. More information HERE.

May 6, 2026
Webinar: Pest Monitoring Tools, Resources, and Safety - Insect Focus
Dean Bennett with Hort Life is hosting a Zoom workshop on six different dates (3/3, 3/31, 5/6, 6/3, 6/23, and 6/25). More information HERE.

May 30, 2026
Canopy Class: Mobility in Your Body - Chainsaw Deep Dive - Ground Rigging
Morganton, NC
To survive a career in the canopy, you need more than just skill—you need a system. This course breaks down the three essential components of a high-performance arborist. More information HERE.

June 3, 2026
Webinar: Pest Monitoring Tools, Resources, and Safety - Insect Focus
Dean Bennett with Hort Life is hosting a Zoom workshop on six different dates (3/3, 3/31, 5/6, 6/3, 6/23, and 6/25). More information HERE.

June 23, 2026
Webinar: Pest Monitoring Tools, Resources, and Safety - Insect Focus
Dean Bennett with Hort Life is hosting a Zoom workshop on six different dates (3/3, 3/31, 5/6, 6/3, 6/23, and 6/25). More information HERE.

June 25, 2026
Webinar: Pest Monitoring Tools, Resources, and Safety - Insect Focus
Dean Bennett with Hort Life is hosting a Zoom workshop on six different dates (3/3, 3/31, 5/6, 6/3, 6/23, and 6/25). More information HERE.

August 4-6, 2026                TRAQ 3-DAY COURSE City of Charlotte - General Services 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 

Register HERE for August 4-6 TRAQ Course (Closes July 2 or when capacity of 20 is reached)

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.