Tree Identification
Course information
This hybrid short course offers in-depth information and instruction on Manitoba's common tree species, covering naming, classification, and identification of both deciduous and coniferous trees
The intended audience is for International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Certified Arborists; Non-certified Arborists (tree care workers); Landscaping & Horticultural Professionals and Master Gardeners.
This short course qualifies for ISA Continuing Education Credits (CEUs).
Format
- Thursday, May 15:
- Virtual evening session
- 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
- Thursday, May 22:
- Virtual evening session
- 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
- Saturday, May 24:
- In-person field and classroom session. Hosted at the UM Fort Garry campus.
- 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
- Thursday, May 29:
- Test (online via UM Learn platform)
- 6:30 pm to 7:00 pm
- Participants that are successful in passing a short test will receive a Letter of Accomplishment.
Fee
$400.00 (includes GST)
Registration will close @ 4:00 pm on Thursday, May 8, 2025.
Instructors
Carla Antonation:
Carla is a practicing Arborist in Winnipeg, MB. Carla graduated from the Greenspace Management program at Red River College where she studied the environment through the streams of arboriculture and horticulture. While working in the industry, Carla went on to achieve her Arborist Certification and Tree Risk Assessment Qualification from the International Society of Arboriculture, and the Tree and Plant Appraisal Qualification through the American Society of Consulting Arborists. Carla co-owns and operates a tree care practice called Trilogy Tree Services Ltd., where she divides her time between consulting and managing the business.
Stacey Auld:
Stacey is currently employed with the City of Winnipeg Urban Forestry & DED Operations, and is an experienced instructor in teaching Forest and Natural Areas Management.
Frequently asked questions
Are there prerequisites required for taking the Tree Identification course?
There are no required prerequisites needed in order to register for the course.
Do I need to be a student of the University of Manitoba in order to register for the course?
No. You do not need to apply to the University of Manitoba in order to register and take the course. The course is open to the public.
I have registered for the Tree Identification course. Will I receive a University of Manitoba of student number?
No. The School of Agriculture Tree Identification course is a non-degree/non-credit “short course” which does not require an individual to apply to the university to become a student in order to take the course.
I have registered for the Tree Identification course. Will I receive university course credits?
No. The School of Agriculture Tree Identification course is a non-degree/non-credit “short course”.
I am a current or former U of M student. Can I take the course for credit or audit the course?
No. The School of Agriculture Tree Identification course is a non-degree/non-credit “short course”.
Will I receive a tax receipt for personal income tax purposes?
No. The School of Agriculture Tree Identification course is a non-degree/non-credit “short course” and therefore a T2202 (Tuition and Enrolment Certificate) will not be issued by the University of Manitoba.
Are academic course fees waived for those aged 65+?
No. The School of Agriculture Tree Identification course is a non-degree/non-credit "short course" and is not subject to the waiving of academic fees for Canadian citizens or permanent residents who are age 65 and over.
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School of Agriculture
236 Agriculture Building
66 Dafoe Road
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Canada
204-474-8473