A Board Certified Master Arborist (BCMA) is an arborist who has reached the pinnacle of his or her profession. It is a higher level than Certified Arborist. So far the  year old BCMA program has certified 100 arborists in the United States.

BCMA credential holders must be an active ISA Certified Arborist with a minimum of seven years experience as an ISA Certified Arborist. To qualify to sit for the BCMA exam, the applicant must earn eight “points” from categories that include measurable experience, formal education, related credentials, and professional experience. The computer-based exam covers science, practice, and management.