Preparation Course for the VETcert
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Preparation Course for the Veteran Tree Certification Exam 22.-24.9.2025
Invitation to the Preparation Course for the VETcert
We are pleased to invite you to a three-day training course in preparation for the Veteran Tree Certification exam, which will take place from 22–24 September 2025 in Slavkov u Brna, Czech Republic. The course will be held at Hotel Golf. (Google maps link: https://shorturl.at/
Programme:
• Monday, 22 September 2025 – Theoretical preparation (course begins at 9:00; please arrive with sufficient time in advance for registration).
• Tuesday, 23 September 2025 – Theoretical preparation continues.
• Wednesday, 24 September 2025 – Practical field excursion.
Practical information:
• Participants are responsible for arranging their own accommodation. Hotel Golf offers lodging options at the venue.
• All course materials will be provided on site.
We look forward to welcoming you in Slavkov u Brna!
We are pleased to invite you to a three-day training course in preparation for the Veteran Tree Certification exam, which will take place from 22–24 September 2025 in Slavkov u Brna, Czech Republic. The course will be held at Hotel Golf. (Google maps link: https://shorturl.at/
Programme:
• Monday, 22 September 2025 – Theoretical preparation (course begins at 9:00; please arrive with sufficient time in advance for registration).
• Tuesday, 23 September 2025 – Theoretical preparation continues.
• Wednesday, 24 September 2025 – Practical field excursion.
Practical information:
• Participants are responsible for arranging their own accommodation. Hotel Golf offers lodging options at the venue.
• All course materials will be provided on site.
We look forward to welcoming you in Slavkov u Brna!
Course Content:
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Tree development (aging)
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Wood-decay fungi
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Soil and roots
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Habitat modification around the tree
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Natural processes, tree assessment: reaction to pruning, functional units, biomechanics, and use of instrumental methods
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Tree physiology and species differences
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Tree pruning
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Long-term care for trees with high cultural value or in an urban environment; bracing, graft unions, safety evaluation
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Biodiversity and associated organisms
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Outdoor session focused on cultivation measures
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Population, veteranization, and monitoring
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Value assessment, legislation, pests, and diseases
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Discussion on VETcert standards
Accommodation:
- Not included in the course fee. Each participant must book their own accommodation.
Catering:
- Refreshments (coffee breaks) will be available during breaks and are included in the course fee.
- Lunches and dinners are individual and are not included in the course fee.
Course Supervisor:
- Ing. Barbora Vojáčková, Ph.D., DiS.
Lecturers:
- Ing. Barbora Vojáčková, Ph.D., DiS.
- Ing. Jaroslav Kolařík, Ph.D.