Create a customizable training progression with modernized training practices utilizing our TCIA Career Pathways.

Your TCIA Online Education Experience

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How it Works

CAN BE USED FOR…

  • Onboarding
  • Annual Training Requirements
  • Rainy Day Training
  • Workshops
  • Apprenticeships

CAN BE USED FOR…

  • Onboarding
  • Annual Training Requirements
  • Rainy Day Training
  • Workshops
  • Apprenticeships

TELL, SHOW, DO

All courses are designed with this method. TELL the student how, SHOW the student how, and an assessment tool is included to observe the student DO.

TELL, SHOW, DO

All courses are designed with this method. TELL the student how, SHOW the student how, and an assessment tool is included to observe the student DO.

EASY ACCESS

Down time? Grab your phone with mobile access to courses on our app. Flexibility to start and stop as needed. Just pick up where you left off.

EASY ACCESS

Down time? Grab your phone with mobile access to courses on our app. Flexibility to start and stop as needed. Just pick up where you left off.

KEY FEATURES

  • Short, well-organized sections
  • Fully narrated
  • Engaging content with interactive feedback
  • Accurate material designed by educators
  • Test results in real-time

KEY FEATURES

  • Short, well-organized sections
  • Fully narrated
  • Engaging content with interactive feedback
  • Accurate material designed by educators
  • Test results in real-time

ALL IN ONE PLACE

TCIA uses the Brightspace learning management system. Interactive content, videos, assessments and certificates are all within an easy-to-use interface.

ALL IN ONE PLACE

TCIA uses the Brightspace learning management system. Interactive content, videos, assessments and certificates are all within an easy-to-use interface.

CUSTOM PORTALS

Member companies can get their own FREE customized LMS portal to monitor, track and report employee progression within the courses.

Book an LMS Portal Consultation
with Bryan

CUSTOM PORTALS

Member companies can get their own FREE customized LMS portal to monitor, track and report employee progression within the courses.

Book an LMS Portal Consultation
with Bryan

Available Education Programs

FREE Online Course

Intro to Arboriculture Safety

Intro to Arboriculture Safety – Also

Tree Care Academy

Ground Operations

  • Ground Operations 1: Fundamentals – Also
  • Ground Operations 2: Chipper Specialist – Also
  • Ground Operations 3: Chain Saw Specialist – Also
  • Ground Operations 4: Tree Rigging and Removal – Also

Tree Climber Specialist

  • Tree Climber Specialist 1: Fundamentals – Also
  • Tree Climber Specialist 2: Aerial Work – Also
  • Tree Climber Specialist 3: Climbing Aerial Rescue – Also
  • Tree Climber Specialist 4: Rigging Operations Aloft

Aerial Lift Operations

  • Aerial Lift Operations 1: Fundamentals – Also
  • Aerial Lift Operations 2: Aerial Lift Rescue – Also

Tree Care Specialist

  • Tree Care Specialist

Plant Health Care Technician

  • Plant Health Care Technician

Crew Leader Specialist

  • Crew Leader Specialist – Also
Electrical Hazards Awareness Program

Electrical Hazards Awareness Program (EHAP)

Electrical Hazards Awareness Online (EHAP) – Also

CTSP and Qualifications

Crew Leader Qualification

Crew Leader Qualification

Certified Treecare Safety Professional (CTSP)

Arborist Apprenticeship Program

There are two options to introduce a new apprentice/trainee to the tree care industry. To help you determine which option is best for your current business and company culture check out the Arborist Apprenticeship Program.

Additional Paper Manual Programs

TCIA Qualified Trainers

TCIA Trainer Qualification course was designed to qualify trainers to teach TCIA’s Tree Care Academy: Career Pathway courses and the Electrical Hazards Awareness Program (EHAP). There is a prerequisite to this course which is TCIA’s Certified Tree care Safety Professional (CTSP) certification.

The CTSP provides the fundamentals of adult learning theory and the practical experience of creating and delivering a quality training program. This Trainer Qualification course extends beyond the basics and explores the dynamics of a blended learning approach using a flipped classroom model and the added benefit of online learning resources.

Webinars

Visit this page monthly for a new webinar on business-related and arboriculture/safety-related topics. * TCIA is dedicated to helping your business grow by offering ways to stay safe and up-to-date on your education in an online training environment. These free webinars are a diverse selection to support the growth of knowledge and improve the standard of practice within the tree care industry.**

* CEUs available for arboriculture/safety-related topics
** Free to TCIA members

Available CEUs

Many arborists are required to earn continuing education units (CEUs) to maintain their credentials. Click to find a list of TCIA programs, events, and training suggestions for CEU sources.