Highest standards. The American Society of Consulting Arborists (ASCA) is a non-profit professional society created to develop and preserve the highest standards of performance in the field of arboricultural consulting. ASCA is the only professional or trade organization dedicated solely to the advancement of the arboricultural consulting industry and its members, and is the preeminent authority on the issues and practice of those who are Consulting Arborists.

Ultimate achievement. ASCA Membership, and even further the designation of Registered Consulting Arborist (RCA) earned through successful completion of the ASCA Consulting Academy requirements, is the ultimate achievement for those whose careers are dedicated to the practice of arboriculture and who seek additional status and expertise as consultants in the industry.

Wide range of resources. ASCA members enjoy a wide range of resources and benefits, including informative and collaborative conferences and workshops, online educational programs, a member listserve, a Web site referral section, a quarterly newsletter, and special discounts on industry publications and conferences.

No better value. No other professional or trade association in the arboricultural industry offers a better value for Consulting Arborists than ASCA, providing the best return on membership investment in the form of educational and professional development opportunities, conference offerings, opportunities for collaboration among fellow consultants, and print and online resources.

Industry's only true designation. ASCA offers its members the prestige and status that come with the industry's only true designation for those engaged in professional arboricultural consulting — the title of Registered Consulting Arborist (RCA).