Introduction to Plant Identification

November 5 and 6, 2009
9:00am - 3:30pm

Learn the basics of plant classification and biology to help you better understand how plants and trees are grouped and identified in this highly-rated two-day course. Certified Tree Expert and professor of plant science and biology at Bergen County Technical School, Ted Szczawinski, brings the subject to life with his energy, passion and enthusiasm. You'll not only get plenty of tips and examples from Ted in the classroom, but you will also get a chance to apply the lessons out in the field. The combination of instructional demonstrations and hands-on exercises will give you the know-how and the confidence you need to identify, key out, and speak intelligently about landscape plants and trees.

Find out why 100% of attendees since 2007 would recommend this course to a friend or colleague! Click here to read their actual comments.

Click here to see what past attendees said about the "passionate" "outstanding" "gem" of a teacher.

This class is recommended for anyone planning to attend the Basics of Plant Material for Landscape Use and is also a core class in the Landscape Management Certificate Program and the Public Grounds Management Certificate Program.

ISA Credits:

Day 1: Certified Arborist-5; BCMA-Science-3; BCMA-Practice-2
Day 2: Certified Arborist-4.5; BCMA-Science-2; BCMA-Practice-2.5

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Attention U.S. Veterans:

This course was approved by the New Jersey State Approving Agency for Veterans Training

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Actual Comments About the Class From Attendees (2007-2009)

"[The most useful aspect of the class was] Hands on identification of plants, not just in the classroom .... outdoor ID, seeing it firsthand"

"I learned the tools needed to go out in the field and identify trees/shrubs. Learning how to 'key it out!'"

"I now have enough know how to at least start identifying trees and shrubs"

"Great ways to remember particular details ... [and] what your looking for"

"Very easy to understand what to do to get ID of plant"

"Learned so much! Thank you!"

"An emphatic yes! I can't wait to take more!" (in answer to this question: "Did this course stimulate your interest in the topic?")

"Can't wait to use it everyday."

"Packed full of non-stop info"

"I really feel this course will help day to day in my work."

Past Attendees Comments About the Instructor, Ted Szczawinski

"Ted is outstanding, He did a super job.  Everyone was engaged."

"Great teacher, very passionate"

"The best, a true gem and asset for Rutgers."

"Very knowledgeable and can modify his teaching style for varying knowledge levels of students. Highly recommend."

"Excellent instructor who encouraged questions and participation."

"Ted is enthusiastic and extremely knowledgeable. He answers and encourages all questions. He presents all info in an "understandable" manner."

"Wonderful teacher, makes it fun."

"Ted is an enthusiastic instructor who is extremely knowledgeable on the topic. He explains everything thoroughly."

"Very passionate, well done, a master!"

"Kept it lively and interesting. Very knowledgeable."

"Knows so much about plant ID. Great teacher on the subject."

"Wonderful teacher - makes it fun."

"Great instructor, learned a lot, very engaging!"

"Very interesting and informative. Personally inviting, makes for easy interaction."

"Very passionate about plants and what he teaches."

"Ted does a great job of getting whole group involved in activity."