The following credentials have been accepted as prerequisites for taking the Tree Risk Assessment Qualification.
We have included sample certificates for you to determine if a candidate meets the minimum specified requirements to sit for the exam.
Important information before you register for a Full TRAQ Course:
If you do not have the exact same credential that is listed you will need to complete an ISA appeal form, this can take up to 3-6 weeks for a response. If you are travelling from out of town, we recommend that you do not book accommodation/travel until your credential has been vetted and approved by the ISA.
If you are unsure your credential meets the criteria to register and be accepted onto the TRAQ course, please email us in advance to admin@nzarb.org.nz
· Sample certificates here
· TRAQ application guide here
· TRAQ appeal form here
PRE-APPROVED CREDENTIAL LIST
• New Zealand National Certificate in Horticulture (Arboriculture) (Level 4)
• AHC30810 Certificate III in Arboriculture (Australia) – important: check your quals code is actually AHC30810, if it is not, please email your credential certificate and transcript to traq@trees.org.au as soon as possible, we will check with the ISA for vetting which can take 3-6 weeks, Arb Aus can’t guarantee you will be accepted onto the course.
• ASCA Registered Consulting Arborist (RCA) status
• Connecticut Arborist License
• European Tree Technician
• European Tree Worker
• Fachagrarwirt Baumpflege
• Louisiana Arborist License
• Manitoba Arborist Training and Licensing Program
• Maryland Tree Expert
• Massachusetts Certified Arborist
• New Hampshire Arborists Association Certified Arborist
• New Jersey Certified Tree Expert
• Rhode Island Arborist License
• Society of American Foresters Certified Forester
• United Kingdom Qualifications and Credit Framework Level 2 Certificate or Diploma in Arboriculture
If you hold a credential or have completed a program of study that is not listed above and you're unsure your credentials meet the criteria to register and be accepted onto the TRAQ course, go to TRAQ Eligibility Appeal for information on submitting an appeal. You're also welcome to email us in advance to admin@nzarb.org.nz
Please be aware that the appeals process could take 3-6 weeks.