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ISA Board-Certified Master Arborist

This credential is designed for arborists who have reached the pinnacle of their profession. To sit for the exam, individuals must be a Certified Arborist in good standing and have obtained other prerequisites, or "points" defined by ISA. A minimum of eight points are required, obtained through measurable experience, formal education, related credentials, or professional experience. The computer-based exam covers science, practice and management.

Click here to download a copy of the ISA Board Certified Master Arborist Application. (Requires Adobe Acrobat Reader)

Mail or fax application with payment to:
International Society of Arboriculture
Post Office Box 3129,
Champaign, IL 61826-3129
Phone (217) 355-9411,
Fax (217) 355-9516,

If you have any questions you may email us at cert@isa-arbor.com or you may call (217) 355-9411.

Click here to complete the Board Certified Master Arborist Application online. (1st time applicants only)
Once you have submitted your application successfully, you will receive a confirmation email stating your application was received by the Applications Coordinator.

Click here to see a list of recommended study materials for the exam
Click here to view the exam outline.
Click here to the Board Certified Master Arborist Code of Ethics.

Test Locations for ISA Board Certified Master Arborist (BCMA) exam

ISA Board Certified Master Arborist computer based exam available worldwide. To view testing locations please choose the link below. In order to schedule an exam, you MUST submit your application and/or retake form to ISA. The testing vendor will not allow you to schedule an exam directly through them.
Computer based testing locations

Interested in the ISA Membership?

Click here for information on becoming a member of the International Society of Arboriculture.

If you have any questions you may email us at cert@isa-arbor.com or call us at (217) 355-9411.

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