Track your CEUs.
Keep your certification current.
One app to log your arborist continuing education units, watch your certification dates, and know what ISA and your state board require. Free for one credential, forever.
No credit card needed. Free plan includes unlimited CEU logging.
What is ArborCE?
ArborCE is a free CEU tracker built for ISA Certified Arborists, TRAQ holders, and tree care pros across all 50 US states plus DC. In 2026, demand for arborist credentials is at an all-time high. Cities are growing urban forestry budgets. Emerald ash borer has put 8 billion ash trees at risk. TRAQ assessments are now standard for municipal contracts. And ISA still requires 30 CEUs every 3 years, spread across science, management, and practice categories. ArborCE helps you log CEUs from ISA chapter events, webinars, conferences, and employer training. It tracks your 3-year ISA cycle, sends push reminders before your deadline, and shows state licensing rules for your area. The app runs on iPhone and Android. The free plan covers one credential with unlimited CEU logging. A Pro plan adds unlimited credentials for TRAQ, Municipal Specialist, Utility Specialist, BCMA, and state pesticide licenses, plus PDF export, certificate storage, and six reminders per credential.
Sound familiar?
CEUs scattered everywhere
You earned 3 CEUs at your ISA chapter meeting, 2 from a webinar, and 4 at the annual conference. The certificates are in your truck, your inbox, and a folder you made last year. Which ones count toward science? Which go under management? Good luck sorting that out at renewal time.
The 3-year cycle sneaks up
ISA gives you 3 years to hit 30 CEUs. That feels like plenty of time until you are climbing 60 hours a week in storm season. Suddenly your window closes, you are short on CEUs, and the $220 recertification fee is due. Panic sets in.
Too many credentials to juggle
ISA Certified Arborist. TRAQ. Municipal Specialist. State pesticide applicator license. Maybe a BCMA or Utility Specialist on top. Each one has its own CEU rules, its own cycle, and its own categories. One spreadsheet cannot handle all of that.
All your CEUs, one screen
ArborCE handles the tracking. You handle the trees.
Log your CEUs
Add a course in seconds. Provider, category, CEUs, certificate. Done. You can search it all later.
See your countdown
A big number tells you how many days until your certification expires. Green means you are good. Red means move.
Get reminders
We ping you at 30 days and 7 days before your credential expires. Pro users get six reminders starting at 90 days out.
Know your state rules
We have the CE breakdown for all 50 states plus DC. ISA requirements, state licenses, pesticide credits, and board links.
ArborCE vs other ways to track CEUs
Most arborists track CEUs with spreadsheets, paper, or the ISA portal. Here is how ArborCE compares.
| Feature | ArborCE | Spreadsheet | ISA Portal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free | Included with ISA dues |
| State rules built in | All 50 + DC | Manual lookup | ISA rules only |
| Push reminders | Yes | No | Email only |
| Category tracking | Automatic | Manual | ISA categories only |
| Mobile app | iPhone + Android | No | Web only |
| Tracks non-ISA credits too | Yes | Yes | No |
What arborists are saying
“I am working toward my ISA cert while climbing full time. I take CEU webinars between jobs and log them right from my phone in the truck. ArborCE shows me how many I still need in each category so I know where to focus.”
Marcus D.
Tree Climber / ISA Cert Candidate, TX
“I hold ISA Certified Arborist, Municipal Specialist, and a state pesticide license. Before ArborCE, I tracked all three on a spreadsheet that was always out of date. Now I see every credential, every deadline, and every CEU gap on one screen.”
Keisha R.
Municipal Arborist, IL
“Between my TRAQ qualification and BCMA, I need CEUs across a lot of categories. ArborCE breaks it all out for me. I logged my ISA conference CEUs in two minutes and knew exactly where I stood for recertification.”
Brian T.
Consulting Arborist / BCMA, CT
Simple pricing
Free for one credential. Upgrade when you are ready.
Free
- 1 credential tracked
- Unlimited CEU logging
- Expiry countdown
- Progress bar
- 30 + 7 day reminders
- State requirements lookup
Pro
- Unlimited credentials
- 6 reminders per credential (90, 60, 30, 14, 7, 1 day)
- Renewal checklist
- CEUs broken down by category
- PDF & CSV export
- Cost tracking
- Store all your certificates
Common questions about arborist CEU tracking
Does ArborCE track ISA CEU categories?
Yes. When you log a course, you pick the ISA category it falls under. ArborCE groups your CEUs into the ISA knowledge domains so you can see gaps at a glance. You need at least 1 CEU in each domain to recertify. The app shows which ones you have covered and which still need work.
Can I log TRAQ-specific CEUs?
Yes. TRAQ holders can add their Tree Risk Assessment Qualification as a separate credential in ArborCE. Log TRAQ CEUs with the provider, date, and category. The app tracks your TRAQ renewal cycle alongside your ISA Certified Arborist cycle so you never mix them up. Pro users can track both at the same time.
Does it handle the 3-year ISA cycle?
That is exactly what it was built for. Enter your ISA certification date and ArborCE counts down to your 3-year deadline. It shows how many of your 30 required CEUs you have earned so far, how many days you have left, and sends push reminders as the deadline gets close. Green means you are on track. Red means it is time to book some courses.
Can I track Municipal Specialist and Utility Specialist CEUs?
Yes. ISA offers six credential types, and ArborCE supports all of them. Add your Municipal Specialist, Utility Specialist, BCMA, or any ISA credential as a separate entry. Each one gets its own countdown, its own CEU log, and its own reminders. Pro users can track as many credentials as they hold.
What happens if my ISA certification expires?
You lose the right to use the ISA Certified Arborist title. Municipalities and utility companies that require ISA credentials will not hire you. ISA gives a short grace period after expiry. If you miss that too, you have to retake the exam. The best move is to track your deadline early and submit CEUs well before your window closes.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many CEUs does ISA require for recertification?
ISA Certified Arborists need 30 CEUs in a 3-year cycle. You must earn at least 1 CEU in each ISA knowledge domain. Some domains cover tree biology and science. Others cover management and business practices. ArborCE breaks this down so you see exactly where you stand in each category.
How do I maintain my TRAQ qualification?
TRAQ holders must stay current with their ISA Certified Arborist credential and complete TRAQ-specific continuing education. ArborCE lets you track TRAQ as a separate credential with its own cycle and CEU log, so nothing falls through the cracks.
What are the ISA CEU categories?
ISA groups CEUs into knowledge domains that cover tree biology, soil science, pruning, risk assessment, safety, pest management, urban forestry, and business practices. You need a spread across these areas. ArborCE labels every course you log by category and shows gaps you still need to fill.
Can I log CEUs from ISA chapter events?
Yes. Many arborists earn the bulk of their CEUs at ISA chapter meetings, field days, and regional conferences. Log them in ArborCE the same day. Add the provider, category, and number of CEUs. Your running total updates right away.
Does ArborCE cover state licensing too?
Yes. Seven states require a license to do tree work, and many others have pesticide applicator or tree care registration rules. ArborCE has the requirements for all 50 states plus DC with links to your state board.
Can I use ArborCE on my phone between jobs?
That is how most arborists use it. ArborCE is a native app on iPhone and Android. Log a webinar from your truck. Check your CEU total on a lunch break. No laptop needed.
Stop guessing where you stand on CEUs
Know your CEUs. Know your deadline. Recertify on time.
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