Global Certificate in Urban Tree Conservation and Preservation

• Urban Forestry Fundamentals: Understanding the importance and benefits of urban trees, their ecological roles, and the basics of urban forestry.
• Tree Biology and Physiology: Exploring the structure, function, and growth of trees, including photosynthesis, transpiration, and nutrient uptake.
• Tree Risk Assessment: Identifying, analyzing, and managing potential risks associated with urban trees, focusing on hazard tree identification and mitigation strategies.
• Urban Tree Selection and Planting: Selecting appropriate tree species based on local climate, soil, and infrastructure conditions, and planting techniques to ensure successful establishment.
• Tree Pruning and Maintenance: Techniques for pruning, trimming, and maintaining urban trees to promote health, structure, and longevity, including best practices for wound management and cabling.
• Urban Tree Soil Management: Understanding the importance of soil quality for urban trees, including soil composition, structure, and nutrient management, and strategies to improve urban soil conditions.
• Integrated Pest Management: Identifying, monitoring, and managing pests, diseases, and invasive species affecting urban trees, emphasizing sustainable and environmentally friendly approaches.
• Community Engagement and Advocacy: Techniques for engaging and educating the public on the importance of urban tree conservation and preservation, and strategies for advocating for urban forestry policies and programs.
• Urban Tree Inventory and Management Planning: Methods and tools for conducting urban tree inventories, collecting data, and developing management plans to ensure sustainable urban forestry practices.