Arboriculture and forestry at London's environmental college
Lessons are practical and include felling, orienteering, and operating machinery, and equipment. Plus, you will help preserve natural heritage at prestigious landmarks, including Sites of Specific Scientific Interest, Hatfield House, and London parks.
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Arborist Apprenticeship (Level 2)
Introduction to Chainsaws
Competence in Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross-Cutting (Level 2)
Competence in Felling Small Trees (up to 380mm) (Level 2)
LANTRA Professional Tree Inspection
Safe Use of Stump Grinders (Level 2)
Arboriculture (Tree Management) and Forestry Foundation Diploma (Level 3)
Safe Use of Brush-Cutters and Trimmers (Level 2)
Basic Tree Inspection
Safe Use of a Manually Fed Wood-Chipper (Level 2)
Introduction to Arboriculture (Tree Surgery) Diploma (Level 1)
Arboriculture (Tree Surgery) and Forestry Intermediate Diploma (Level 2)

Ivor landed skills that matter
I have always been good at working with my hands, so I knew I wanted to do something practical like learn a skill or trade. I have gained confidence in myself to trust the skills I have learned and put them into practice.Ivor studied arboriculture and forestry during his time at the College.
Career prospects

Tree Surgeon
A tree surgeon is responsible for the care and general treatment of trees to keep them healthy. They also plant new trees or take trees down if they are unsafe.

Forester
Foresters manage designated forests or woodland areas and oversee activities such as conservation and recreation.

Tree Surveyor
The role of a tree surveyor is an important one, as they undertake surveys on trees to help property managers or homeowners make informed decisions.
By car: The Campus is situated just off junction 25 of the M25 and the A10 Southbound
By rail: Served by Turkey Street Station (from Liverpool Street Station), the College is approximately 20 mins walk from Turkey Street
By bus: Buses 217 and 317