Foresters License Details


Foresters License

General Info - Statewide License

A Foresters License enables an individual to legally practice forestry in the state of Maryland. 

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    Approval time

  • $100.00

    Application cost

Obtaining the License

Ready to get your license? - Steps, Requirements, and Documents

  1. Graduation from a four-year curriculum in forestry from a college or university accredited by the Society of American Foresters or from a college or university approved by the Board.

  2. Two years of experience in forestry that indicates to the Board that the applicant is competent to practice forestry.

  3. Provide transcripts that show that the individual has completed four-year curriculum in forestry from a college or university accredited by the Society of American Foresters or from a college or university approved by the Board.

  4. Demonstrate competence in the practice of forestry by showing at least two years of experience in forestry after graduation.

  5. Provide at least five references, three of which must be foresters who have a personal and professional knowledge of the applicant's experience in practicing forestry.

Apply for the License

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Maintaining Your License

Renewal and maintenance -

Maintaining your License (aka Related forms/requirements to maintain License/stay in good standing)

  1. Licensees must earn a minimum of eight hours of continuing education in forestry to qualify for a license each renewal period. The State Board of Foresters has approved the continuing education credits in courses in technical forestry and forestry subjects by the following sponsors:

Agency/Contact

License Issuer - Information

Who issues the license?

Department of Labor, Licensing & Regulation

Contact Information

Shanai R. Jordan

Email: DLOPLForester-DLLR@maryland.gov

Tel: (410) 230-6257 / Fax: (410) 962-8482

Work hours:

Address

Address: 500 N Calvert Street, 3rd floor, Baltimore, MD, 21202

Purpose

Why the License is required?

The mission of the Board of Foresters to ensure that Maryland’s forest resources are protected and managed in a professional and competent manner. The Board fulfills this mission by establishing standards for forestry education, experience, and continuing education for foresters. This results in a high level of competence in planting, conservation, protection, and management of trees and related resources for their continuing benefit to Maryland citizens.

Legal Authority

What laws and regulations give Department of Labor, Licensing & Regulation the legal authority to issue this approval?

COMAR 09.29.01 General Regulations - 44:01 Md. R. 126 (1-20-17)