This course could be free for adult learners as part of the government National Skills Fund.* Arboriculture is the study of tree management. An arborist usually works with individual trees in the environment to make sure they are healthy, safe and well managed. They may be self employed tree surgeons or work for large companies like Amey who employ teams of arborists to maintain trees on construction sites, around the road and rail network and around electricity pylons. This industry is much bigger than most people think! Did you know.... In 2018, there were around 20,900 workers engaged in arboricultural activities and made £709 million in contributions to UK GDP! (RHS) As part of their course, our learners get the opportunity to compete in national pole climbing competitions. We have trained many a champion pole climber! Topics: ➢ Principles of Health and Safety ➢ Land-based industry machinery operations ➢ Plant and soil science ➢ Estate skills ➢ Tree felling and chainsaw use ➢ Identification, planting, establishment, and aftercare of trees and arboriculture ➢ Principles and identification of pests, diseases, and disorders of trees ➢ Urban and community forestry projects ➢ Woodland habitat management ➢ Principles of tree science
4 x GCSEs at grade 4 or above which must include either maths or English. OR Level 2 Diploma in a land-based subject achieved at Merit AND either maths or English at GCSE grade (4) with the other GCSE at grade 3.
To achieve this qualification you must study for 2 years. To gain this qualification, candidates will successfully achieve the following assessments: - Three externally set, externally moderated assignments. - Two externally set, externally marked exams, sat under examination conditions. - 150 hours of Industry Placement. - Specialist unit assignments.
About Education Provider
| Region | North East |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Willerby Grove, Peterlee, SR8 2RN |
This course could be free for adult learners as part of the government National Skills Fund.* Arboriculture is the study of tree management. An arborist usually works with individual trees in the environment to make sure they are healthy, safe and well managed. They may be self employed tree surgeons or work for large companies like Amey who employ teams of arborists to maintain trees on construction sites, around the road and rail network and around electricity pylons. This industry is much bigger than most people think! Did you know.... In 2018, there were around 20,900 workers engaged in arboricultural activities and made £709 million in contributions to UK GDP! (RHS) As part of their course, our learners get the opportunity to compete in national pole climbing competitions. We have trained many a champion pole climber! Topics: ➢ Principles of Health and Safety ➢ Land-based industry machinery operations ➢ Plant and soil science ➢ Estate skills ➢ Tree felling and chainsaw use ➢ Identification, planting, establishment, and aftercare of trees and arboriculture ➢ Principles and identification of pests, diseases, and disorders of trees ➢ Urban and community forestry projects ➢ Woodland habitat management ➢ Principles of tree science
4 x GCSEs at grade 4 or above which must include either maths or English. OR Level 2 Diploma in a land-based subject achieved at Merit AND either maths or English at GCSE grade (4) with the other GCSE at grade 3.
To achieve this qualification you must study for 2 years. To gain this qualification, candidates will successfully achieve the following assessments: - Three externally set, externally moderated assignments. - Two externally set, externally marked exams, sat under examination conditions. - 150 hours of Industry Placement. - Specialist unit assignments.
