This 4 week block course is designed for someone who would like a career in the arboricultural industry and can’t commit the time to our standard block course. We cannot promise you that you will be the fastest climber after this course but we will give you a great start into the tree climbing world. This course is intended to bring an inexperienced operator up to competent operator level, in the process becoming a real asset to an arborist company. Please note this course does not include Felling & Processing Trees over 380mm, this can be done at a later date, if required, or by joining the tree surgery 6 week block course instead. Most of your training & assessments in one go without wasting months or even years waiting for the next training course or assessment.
We will train you to over and above the following NPTC standards and will provide successful candidates with 7 City & Guilds/NPTC awards:
Friday 5th June 2026 9.00am - 5.00pm
This one-day course provides training in Woodland Condition Assessment (WCA) using the Forestry Commission’s dedicated app for spring/summer conditions.
Starts January
The course is a top-up degree for applicants who already hold an FdSc or HND in Arboriculture or a closely related plant or soil science based subject. The modules you will take form the final year of a full-time, three-year BSc (Hons) degree and by completing these Level 6 modules you will be able…
Starts September
Arboriculture - the science and practice of establishing and maintaining trees, is a rewarding and exciting industry to enter. If you are interested in becoming an arboriculturalist or currently work in the industry and want to progress into tree survey and inspection, set up your own business or…
Tuesday, June 30 • 1 PM - 2 PM
This webinar is aimed at landowners and land managers who are interested in the process of planting trees and will also help you understand your England Woodland Creation Offer (EWCO) agreement and give you hints and tips on working with tree nurseries and contractors. Three experts will present…
Lancaster University Open Days and Campus Tours
Cumbrian Agriculture, Arboriculture and Forestry Apprenticeship Information Evenings 18 and 19 May 2026
Cumbria Young Farmers' Club Southern District Field Day
