Certification Fees

Certified Forester:

Renewal Fee:
SAF members - $35
non-SAF members - $60

Recertification Fee:
SAF members - $50
non-SAF members - $75

Certified Forester/Forest Certification Auditor

Application Fee:
SAF members - $160
non-SAF members - $210
The application fee include a one-time CF Forest Certification Auditor exam and one copy of the Certified Forester/Forest Certification Auditor Study Guide

The annual renewal fee and recertification fee for the CF/FCA are the same as Certified Forester fees.

Candidate Certified Forester:

Application Fee:
SAF members - $260
non-SAF members - $335
The application fee includes a one-time CF exam; one-time online practice exam; and one copy of the Certified Forester Study Guide

Candidate Certified Forester Annual Renewal Fee:
SAF members - $35
non-SAF members - $60

Reexamination Fee (for all CF credentials):
SAF members - $150
Non-SAF members - $200

Fees are subject to change without notice.

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