Description:
Description
What Is the TPAQ Certificate Program?
The TPAQ credential program is an interactive training experience that delves into the concepts contained in the 10th edition of the Guide for Plant Appraisal. Using instructor-led discussions and case scenarios to illustrate concepts, you will become proficient in conducting appraisals using the various approaches contained in the 10th edition.
The training culminates with an open-book exam that tests attendees on their comprehension of the material and concepts. Successful candidates will receive a certificate and be entitled to list TPAQ as a credential.
This qualification has been modeled on the Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ). Like TRAQ, it will be Socratic instruction and will have a written test and practicum at the end of the second day. The cost and requalification will be similar to TRAQ. Registration will be limited to an absolute maximum of 20 people, no exceptions. Tree Risk Assessment (TRAQ) and /or ISA Certified Arborist credentials along with prior experience in plant or other appraisal techniques (assigning dollar values) are strongly encouraged by the instructor but are not expected to be a requirement. A study manual (10thed. of Guide to Plant Appraisal) should be thoroughly reviewed by the student prior to attending the class.
**Deadline for registration and cancellation is Monday, July 15, 2019. There will be no course refunds issued after the registration deadline.
(*ISA RMC observes the right to cancel TPAQ Course due to low attendance and reschedule participants if necessary)
TPAQ Agenda*
Day 1: Educational Session (8:00am – 5:00pm)
Registration at 7:45 am*
Course Opening
Day 2: Educational Session & Exam (8:00am – 5:00pm)
Written exam Performance-based exam
*Times are subject to change
This course carries 14 CEUs for ISA certified arborists (S=4, P=4, M=6).
Registration includes:
Lunches and breaks are included both days.
Come prepared for the weather-of-the-day.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, you will:
Describe the economic principles that underlay plant appraisal.
Describe the types of field data needed to inform plant appraisal methods and techniques.
Define the cost compounding techniques within the cost and income approach and understand its relationship to the i-Tree suite of urban forestry management and assessment tools.
Define the research about the contribution of trees and landscape to real estate market value, and its application to plant appraisal.
Discuss the methods and techniques within the cost approach, particularly the direct, reproduction, and functional replacement methods.
Define reasoned judgments about the value of trees and landscape plants.
What are the Benefits of Becoming Tree and Plant Appraisal Qualified?
Increased credibility. Having the TPAQ designation boosts your credibility. It demonstrates that you understand and can apply the approaches, methods, and techniques of appraisal into your work product.
Standing out. Including information about your TPAQ credential on your website, on business cards, and in promotional materials will help you stand out from your competition.
Required Text:
Attendees are required to purchase and thoroughly read the 10thEdition of theGuide for Plant Appraisal before taking the course. Here is a link to purchase the required text: Guide for Plant Appraisal
Fees:
ASCA member $625
ISA and ISA Chapter member $625
Qualified non-member $725
Maintaining Your Credential:
The TPAQ credential is valid for five years from the date it is earned. To maintain the credential, TPAQ holders must retake the TPAQ course and pass the exam every five years, or when the Guide for Plant Appraisals updated--whichever comes first.
Eligibility:
Attendees must have a minimum of three years of experience in arboriculture, horticulture, forestry, landscape contracting, or landscape architecture/design.
Registration:
https://isarmc.org/meetinginfo.php?id=107