Transition to (Level 2)
in Forestry and Arboriculture
This is an introductory qualification that’s great for those who have a passion for the Forestry and Arboriculture industry and want to gain specialist skills working outdoors. The course is designed to offer you a broad base of knowledge and practical skills which you can use to progress onto a further course within our Land and Environment Academy.
Course includes
What will I study?
- Health and safety for the land-based industries
- Introduction to the forestry and arboriculture sector
- Environment and conservation
- Tree classification and identification
- Introduction to plant science
- Tree establishment
- Tree and woodland management
- Tools and equipment
- Additional qualifications
- Functional Skills or GCSE in English and Maths depending on previous qualifications
How long will it take?
- 1 year, full-time
What qualifications do I need to start?
- Typically 4 GCSEs at grade 3, including a 2/3 combination in Maths and English or
- Level 1 Land and Environmental Studies Diploma
What qualifications will I gain?
- Level 2 Technical Certificate in Forestry and Arboriculture
- Functional Skills or GCSE in English and Maths depending on previous qualifications
Course options after this programme
- You can progress on to a T Level in Tree and Woodland Management With (Arboriculture) Pathway
Career options
- Forestry ranger
- Tree surgeon
- Countryside ranger
- Conservation worker
- Country estate worker
- Countryside/conservation contractor
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