Certified Urban and Community Forester Credential
SAF’s partnership with the California Urban Forests Council sprouted the future of this credential for professionals across the map. Together we had a vision for professionals in the urban and community forestry space, and now we are making strides to offer this certification to the workforce. This credential promotes the holistic nature of urban and community forestry that’s focused on resource conservation across the canopy intersected with the complex and dynamic infrastructure and stakeholder ecosystem.
Review the eligibility pathways, knowledge areas of the exam for the CCUCF and CUCF AND the new SAF Certification Handbook to prepare your journey today. We've want to make the application process simple, and we're always happy to assist or answer any questions. Please feel free to contact us at [email protected].
SAF Certified Urban and Community Forester program FAQs:
Why would I earn the Candidate Certified Urban and Community Forester (CCUCF) designation instead of waiting until I’m eligible for the full designation of CUCF?
Earning the CCUCF is a terrific way to showcase your commitment to excellence as you work towards the full designation. SAF’s offering of this opportunity allows those who may not otherwise qualify for a professional designation the chance to prove they are serious about their
continued career growth and trajectory through recertification of continuing education requirements.
I currently hold another comparable certification. Why would I choose to earn my CUCF, too?
The CUCF is intended to be a comprehensive program that complements any comparable certification. Other certifications don’t lose value, but earning the CUCF alongside them is another tool in your resume toolkit to validate your skills.
No need to double up on your continuing education. SAF will accept your ISA and ESA Continuing Forestry Education (CFEs) or Continuing Education Units (CEUs) on a one-for-one basis during recertification periods.
How long is the examination, and where can I take it?
Approved candidates of the CUCF and CCUCF program typically have up to a year to sit for the exam and can test at one of the nationwide Prometric exam testing centers throughout the United States at a time and location of their convenience.
The exam consists of 150 multiple-choice questions, and candidates have up to three hours to complete it.
For a limited time, SAF is inviting qualified professionals to participate as early exam testers.
Why Participate as a Tester?
- Updated eligibility pathways may open new opportunities to qualify
- Receive a $50 tester discount
- Help support the continued evolution of CUCF certification
Tester Pricing:
SAF Members — $230
Non-Members — $350
If certification has been on your radar, now is a great time to take the next step.
Get started today!
Go to CUCF Application
Eligibility Pathways
