Technical Certificate Level 2 Forestry & Arboriculture

Course Code

FDAR-Y1

Course Level

Level 2

Study Mode

Full time

Start Date

07-Sep-2026

Course Type

School Leavers

Campus

Moulton

Course Duration

1 year

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Do you have a keen interest in trees? Our Level 2 Technical Diploma in Forestry and Arboriculture will provide you with the skills of how to manage, cultivate and care for trees and forests.

Our Arboriculture students have access to an exciting range of specialist resources at the College.

With over 440 hectares of estate including woodland, large specimen trees and ornamental shrubs our fully equipped workshops have a range of machinery including brushwood chippers and chainsaws.

Guided by our expert staff and guest lecturers you’ll gain invaluable practical experience combined with theory-based learning.

Through practical and theory based learning you will develop your skills in identifying and surveying a wide range of trees and plants.

Guided by our expert lecturers you will learn the operation and maintenance of relevant equipment to ensure safe working practises. You'll take part in theory sessions based on the science behind trees.

At Level 2 you will also be learning how to assist in climbing and all ground based operations including the basic knowledge of cross-cutting and maintenance of chainsaws and the felling of small trees.