Forestry and Arboriculture - Level 2

Modern forestry and arboriculture encompass far more than growing trees for timber, and this course will provide you with the basic skills needed to pursue one of many careers in the field. From futures in large forest management to overseeing trees in urban landscapes, a mix of practical experience and theory will equip you for a wide range of roles or further training.

This course aims to provide a basic understanding of the practical and theoretical elements of arboriculture, the care and management of trees, forestry, and the care and management of woodlands. The course covers the following modules:

Working in forestry or arboriculture-related business

Introduction to the forestry and arboriculture sectors

Health and safety for the land-based industries

Tools and equipment

Environment and conservation

Introduction to pant science

Tree classification and identification

Tree establishment

Tree and woodland management

Students’ work is assessed by multiple choice exams and a synoptic assessment such as a multiple-part simulated business exercise. Further details will be provided at interviews.

Why choose us?

Excellent college resources including a stunning arboretum, woodland, orchard and temperate glasshouse.

An additional certificate of competence (known as a ‘ticket’ in the industry) from the college’s commercial courses department, such as Woodchipper use, Brushcutter, or Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross-Cutting.

The course is a mixture of theory and practical work.

Students' work is assessed via multiple choice exams and a synoptic assessment – a multiple-part simulated business exercise. Further details will be provided at interviews.

4 GCSEs at grading level 3 (Old GCSE grade E) or above including Maths and English with Science desirable. Alternatively a suitable Level 1 vocational qualification with English and Maths at Level 1.

Students’ work is assessed by multiple choice exams and a synoptic assessment such as a multiple-part simulated business exercise. Further details will be provided at interviews.