33 credential programs ladder toward this occupation. Median wage on completion: $43,680. See full occupation profile →
Certificate
Basic Forestry
South Arkansas College
Certification
Certified Forester
Society of American Foresters
$280 cost
Conduct forest resource assessments by reviewing existing maps, biological data, soils, site quality, and rare species information to characterize forest conditionsIdentify property boundaries using GPS, GIS, land surveying concepts, legal records, and map reading to determine the scope of the management areaDesign field data collection methods using forest inventory, statistical methodology, remote sensing, and stand delineation techniquesImplement field data collection procedures applying dendrology, mensuration, site quality assessment, invasive species identification, and geospatial technologiesAnalyze field data to assess forest conditions including stand dynamics, growth and yield modeling, forest health, and ecological interactionsIdentify and engage stakeholders using culturally appropriate communication methods to incorporate landowner and collaborator input into management planning
Course
Dendrology
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Explain the binomial system of naming plantsIdentify major forestry species with and without a dichotomous key, based upon distinguishing featuresDescribe the differences among trees, shrubs, and vinesExplain the functions of the major parts of woody plants, including roots, trunks/stems, branches, and leavesDescribe the type of fruit of major forestry speciesIdentify common forest tree pests and diseases and methods of control
Associate's Degree
FORESTRY
Coastal Alabama Community College
AL
Associate's Degree
FORESTRY
Lurleen B. Wallace Community College
Bachelor's Degree
FORESTRY
Alabama A&M University
Doctoral Research
FORESTRY & WILDLIFE SCIENCES
Auburn University
AL
Master's Degree
FORESTRY & WILDLIFE SCIENCES
Auburn University
AL
Master's Degree
Forest Business & Investment — MS
Auburn University
AL
Associate's Degree
Forest Production & Processing, Other
Mountain Gateway Community College
Long Certificate
Forest Production & Processing, Other
Mountain Gateway Community College
Short-Term Certificate
Forest Technology
Lurleen B. Wallace Community College
Bachelor's Degree
Forestry
Alabama A&M University
AL
Long Certificate
Forestry
Columbia College (CA)
Associate's Degree
Forestry
Columbia College (CA)
Course
Forestry
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Identify potential hazards to individuals working in Alabama forestsDescribe historical events that have influenced forestry in Alabama and the United StatesDescribe the parts of a tree and their functionsIdentify common tree species of Alabama by their common and scientific namesCompare and contrast artificial and natural reforestation methodsObtain and share information on the importance of prescribed burning
Diploma
Forestry And Ag Technology
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Hohenwald
$4,461 cost
Certificate
Forestry Technology
South Arkansas College
Associate's Degree
Forestry Technology
University of West Alabama
AL
Certificate
Forestry Worker Certification
Forestry Association/ Forestry Workforce Training Institute (FWTI)
AL
Master's Degree
Forestry — MS
Auburn University
AL
Doctoral Degree
Forestry — PhD
Auburn University
AL
Certificate
Management & Restoration of Fire-Adapted Ecosystems
Columbia College (CA)
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
One Health
Auburn University
AL
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
One Health — Graduate Certificate
Auburn University
AL
Certificate
Plant Production
Southwestern College (CA)
Course
Pre-Agriscience
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Define and utilize terminology related to animal scienceIdentify requirements for optimal animal healthDescribe signs of poor health in animalsExplain the proper methods for handling and restraining large and small animalsIdentify the proper foods to meet the nutritional needs of livestockEvaluate desirable characteristics based on breed standards of specific companion animals and/or livestock
Bachelor's Degree
SUSTAINABLE BIOMATERIALS AND PACKAGING
Auburn University
AL
Bachelor's Degree
Sustainable Packaging
Auburn University
AL
Course
Urban Forestry
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Explain key provisions of arborist safety standards, including International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) regulationsAnalyze tree-climbing techniques, and indicate which techniques should be used in specific applicationsDescribe and explain the purpose of climbing equipment used by arborists, including saddles, lanyards, snaps, ropesDemonstrate rigging techniques used by arboristsCompare and contrast management issues, concerns, and strategies in urban and rural forestryObtain and share information about tree removal methods
Course
Wildland Firefighting and Controlled Fire
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Define the basic terminology pertaining to wildland firefightingIdentify the parts of a wildfireDefine and explain the parts of the Fire TriangleDemonstrate the ability to read and interpret a topographical mapDescribe the effects of various types of topography on wildland fire behaviorIdentify the basic types and characteristics of fuel and describe how they influence fire behavior
Master's Degree
Wildlife Sciences — MS
Auburn University
AL
Doctoral Degree
Wildlife Sciences — PhD
Auburn University
AL