Arboriculture Intermediate Apprenticeship

Are you working in, or do you want to work in arboriculture? Learn via initial training at college, followed by additional assessment at your place of work. You will build a portfolio of evidence at college and in the workplace. This course can also be done as part of an Apprenticeship (contact us for details)

Qualification

NPTC Level 2 Work-based Trees and Timber

Course Content

Learn via initial training at College, followed by additional assessment at your place of work. Introduction to Arboriculture can be run in conjunction with the Apprenticeship scheme. You will build a portfolio of evidence at college and in the workplace. The completion of your portfolio will typically take between 12-18 months depending upon your skills and experience.

• Tree pruning
• Tree planting
• Cross−cut timber
• Pests and diseases
• Health and safety
• Stump removal
• Support arboriculture operations
• Dispose of residues

For more details on this Apprenticeship please contact Jen Newman. Tel: 01305 215051
Email: jen.newman@kmc.ac.uk

Entry Requirements

Tetanus protection is recommended.

Minimum Age 16

What Next?

Other part-time arboriculture courses at the college.

Work as

• Arboricultural worker/Tree Surgeon
• Arborist
• Landscaper

Next Dates

Flexible - please contact us for more details

Price

While you are on an Apprenticeship, your employer pays you a salary and supports you whilst you undertake your training.

The National Apprenticeship Service will pay the costs of your training depending on your age.

Age

National Apprenticeship Service contribution

16 -18

up to 100%

19 - 24

up to 50%

25 +

Contribution for specified places