# Illinois Arborist Association

> A non-profit professional association advancing the practice of arboriculture in Illinois through education, ISA certification preparation, training events, advocacy, and community for tree care professionals.

The Illinois Arborist Association (IAA) is the Illinois chapter of the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA). The IAA serves commercial arborists, municipal foresters, utility arborists, consultants, educators, and students across Illinois. Programs include the annual IAA Conference, TRAQ courses, ISA Certified Arborist prep, climbing competitions (ITCC), Urban & Community Forestry Forums (UCFF), workforce development, scholarships, and a public Find-an-Arborist directory.

## Pages

- [Home](/): Overview of the IAA mission, membership, and upcoming events.
- [About](/about): About the Illinois Arborist Association.
- [Board of Directors](/about/board): IAA board leadership.
- [Committees](/about/committees): IAA committees and how to get involved.
- [Awards](/about/awards): Recognition programs honoring Illinois arborists.
- [Careers at IAA](/about/careers): Open positions at the association.
- [Membership](/membership): Join the IAA — benefits and how to apply.
- [Membership Tiers](/membership/tiers): Compare professional, commercial, student, and other membership levels.
- [Member Benefits](/membership/benefits): What members receive.
- [Apply for Membership](/membership/apply): Membership application.
- [Training & Education](/training): Continuing education, courses, and certifications.
- [ISA Certification](/training/isa-certification): Become an ISA Certified Arborist.
- [TRAQ Course](/training/traq): Tree Risk Assessment Qualification training.
- [Arborist Training Programs](/training/arborist): Arborist Training Programs — domain-based modules for working arborists.
- [Online Learning](/training/online): Self-paced online courses.
- [Events Calendar](/events): All IAA events, training, and competitions.
- [Annual Conference](/events/conference): The IAA Annual Conference.
- [Conferences](/events/conferences): All IAA conferences.
- [Community Events](/events/community): Community-facing events.
- [Student Career Fair](/events/student-career): Annual student career fair.
- [Climber Meetings](/events/climber-meetings): Regional climber meetups.
- [Tree Climbing Events](/events/tree-climbing): Tree climbing competitions and events.
- [ITCC](/events/itcc): Illinois Tree Climbing Championship.
- [WACA](/events/waca): Wisconsin Arborists Climbing Association events.
- [UCFF](/events/ucff): Urban & Community Forestry Forums.
- [Golf Outing](/events/golf): Annual golf outing fundraiser.
- [Membership Picnic](/events/membership-picnic): Annual membership picnic.
- [TreeBiz Social](/events/treebiz-social): TreeBiz networking socials.
- [SIU Field Days](/events/siu-field-days): SIU Field Days events.
- [Careers Demo](/events/careers-demo): Career exploration demos.
- [Day of Service](/events/day-of-service): Annual community Day of Service.
- [Find an Arborist](/resources/find-arborist): Directory of ISA Certified Arborists in Illinois.
- [Publications](/resources/publications): Educational books and resources.
- [Tree Appraisals](/resources/appraisals): Guidance on tree appraisal methods.

- [Workforce Development](/workforce-development): IAA Workforce Development committee.
- [Job Board](/workforce-development/jobs): Arboriculture careers in Illinois.
- [Scholarship Fund](/workforce-development/scholarship): IAA scholarships for students.
- [Partners](/workforce-development/partners): Industry partners and supporters.
- [Contact](/contact): Contact the IAA.

## Optional

- [Login](/login): Member login (external — Go High Level).