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Course Description

Forest Conservation Qualified Professional Training | Complete state-approved training leading to the Maryland Forest Conservation Qualified Professional license. Study forest stand delineation, tree inventories and how changes in land use affects trees. CEUs issued. $427 includes $14 fee. Note: Students must meet Maryland Department of Natural Resources' requirements to apply for "Qualified Professional" status. Go to http://dnr.maryland.gov/ click on Trees and then FCA SP Qualified Professionals for information on requirements.

Learner Outcomes

Conduct quantitative and qualitative measurements of forest characteristics including size, composition and structure; Develop a site map and a sample scheme demonstrating forest sampling techniques and tools of the trade; Identify native MD plants and forest types in an effort to develop a forestation and reforestation plans; Assess forest and specimen tree quality; Design reforestation plans and integrate forest conservation values into new development.
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Section Title
Forest Conserv Qual Prof Trng
Section Schedule
Sep 24, 2024 to Oct 29, 2024
Type
Synchronous Online
Days
T, Th
Time
6:00PM to 8:00PM
Dates
Sep 24, 2024 to Oct 29, 2024
Type
In Person
Days
Sa
Time
8:00AM to 1:20PM
Dates
Oct 05, 2024
Type
In Person
Days
Sa
Time
8:00AM to 1:20PM
Dates
Oct 12, 2024
Type
In Person
Days
Sa
Time
8:00AM to 1:20PM
Dates
Oct 26, 2024
Schedule
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Contact Hours
37.0
Location
  • Main Campus
  • Off Campus
Delivery Options
Hybrid Synchronous  
Course Costs
Open Enrollment non-credit $417.00 Click here to get more information
Seniors (60+) non-credit $4.00 Click here to get more information
Registration Fee
CEUs
3.7 CEUs
Drop Request Deadline
Sep 23, 2024
Section Transfer Request Deadline
Sep 23, 2024
Instructors
  • Earl Reaves
Section Notes
Note: Section 901 is hybrid with mandatory face-to-face meetings from 8 a.m.-1:20 p.m. on Saturdays Oct 5 and Oct 26 at Broadneck Park and Oct 12 at Arnold campus forest. Attendance in online class sessions from 6-8 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays is mandatory for section 901.  
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