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Industry and Skills Training

Our professional short courses and industry training programmes are designed to help employers keep their teams skilled, compliant and industry-ready.

Delivered by experienced tutors and industry specialists, our practical training covers essential certifications, health and safety, arboriculture, horticulture and landscaping skills. Courses are available throughout the year, with flexible options for individuals, teams and bespoke workforce training.

Whether you need refresher training, accredited qualifications or tailored staff development, we provide hands-on learning that supports both business performance and industry standards.

For bespoke training or group bookings of four or more employees, please use the enquiry form below to get in touch.

Upcoming professional short courses

Professional training designed around the needs of London’s green industries

Course title

Start date

End date

Award in the Safe Application of Pesticides PA1 and PA6 (Level 2)

Tuesday 9 June 2026

Friday 12 June 2026

Certificate of Competence in the Safe Use of Mowers (Ride-On) (Level 2)

Tuesday 16 June 2026

Tuesday 16 June 2026

Award in safe use of manually fed wood-chipper (NPTC) (Level 2)

Wednesday 1 July 2026

Wednesday 1 July 2026

Certificate of Competence in Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross-Cutting (Level 2)

Monday 13 July 2026

Tuesday 14 July 2026

Certificate of Competence in the Safe Use of Hand-held Hedge Cutters (Level 2)

Thursday 16 July 2026

Thursday 16 July 2026

Certificate of Competence in the Safe Use of Mowers (Ride-On) (Level 2)

Thursday 16 July 2026

Thursday 16 July 2026

[CR] Lantra Basic Tree Inspection

Monday 27 July 2026

Monday 27 July 2026

Professional short courses

Industry Training

Award in Emergency First Aid at Work (1 day) (Level 3)

Industry Training

Principles of Safe Handling and Application of Pesticides (PA1) (Level 2)

Industry Training

Certificate of Competence in Climbing Trees and Aerial Rescue (Level 2)

Industry Training

Award in The Safe Application of Pesticides Using Pedestrian Hand Held Equipment (PA6) (Level 2)

Industry Training

Competence in the Safe Use of Hand-held Hedge Cutters (Level 2)

Industry Training

Competence in Using a Chainsaw from a Rope and Harness (Level 2)

Industry Training

Competence in the Safe Use of Mowers (Pedestrian Controlled) (Level 2)

Industry Training

Certificate of Competence in the Safe Use of Mowers (Ride-on) (Level 2)

Industry Training

Competence in Felling Small Trees (up to 380mm) (Level 2)

Industry Training

Safe Use of Stump Grinders (Level 2)

Industry Training

Safe Use of Brush-Cutters and Trimmers (Level 2)

Industry Training

Basic Tree Inspection

Industry Training

Safe Use of a Manually Fed Wood-Chipper (Level 2)

Short courses

Our courses provide invaluable insights and hands-on experience

Dates to be announced - Award in Green Roofs (Level 2)

Learn how to create aesthetically pleasing green roofs while incorporating sustainable methods. You can also learn how to maintain a living roof and the best plants to select.

Award in Vertical Wall Planting and Living Pillars (Level 2)

Delve into the innovative world of vertical gardens and green walls. You will gain the skills and knowledge necessary to create stunning and functional vertical gardens.

Dates to be announced - Introduction to Sustainable Water Management

You can explore techniques for efficient rainfall management, reducing the risk of flooding and water pollution, while lowering maintenance costs and potential savings on your water bills.

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