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
|
Course title |
Start date |
End date |
Duration of course |
| Lantra Basic Tree Inspection |
Monday 3 November 2026 |
Monday 3 November 2026 |
1 Day |
| Lantra Professional Tree Inspection |
Tuesday 4 November 2026 |
Thursday 6 November 2026 |
3 Days |
| Award in the Safe Application of Pesticides PA1 and PA6 (Level 2) |
Monday 23 November 2026 |
Wednesday 25 November 2026 |
3 Days |
| Certificate of Competence in the Safe Use of Hand-held Hedge Cutters (Level 2) |
Tuesday 24 November 2026 |
Tuesday 24 November 2026 |
1 Day |
| Level 2 Certificate of Competence in Chainsaw Maintenances and Cross-Cutting |
Wednesday 25 November |
Friday 27 November 2026 |
3 Days |
| Integrated Weed Management |
Thursday 27 November 2026 |
Thursday 27 November 2026 |
1 Day |
| Lantra Pesticide Plugs (PA6PP) |
Friday 4 December 2026 |
Friday 4 December 2026 |
1 Day |
| Award in the Safe Use of Brush-Cutters and Trimmers (NPTC) (Level 2) |
Thursday 10 December 2026 |
Thursday 10 December 2026 |
1 Day |
| Award in Safe Use of Manually Fed Wood-Chipper (NPTC) (Level 2) |
Monday 14 December 2026 |
Monday 14 December 2026 |
1 Day |
| City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate of Competence in Tractor Driving and Related Operations |
Monday 14 December 2026 |
Wednesday 16 December 2026 |
3 Days |
Professional short courses
Award in the Safe Use of Brush-Cutters and Trimmers
Award in The Safe Application of Pesticides Using Pedestrian Hand Held Equipment (PA6) (Level 2)
Principles of Safe Handling and Application of Pesticides (PA1) (Level 2)
Safe Application of Pesticides Using Stem Injection Treatment (PA6INJ)
Tractor Driving and Related Operations (Level 2)
Lantra Integrated Weed Management
Safe Application of Pesticides as Fogs, Mists and Smokes (PA9)
Safe Application of Pesticides Using Variable Geometry Boom or Broadcast Sprayers (PA3)
Certificate of Competence in Climbing Trees and Aerial Rescue (Level 2)
Competence in the Safe Use of Hand-held Hedge Cutters (Level 2)
Competence in Using a Chainsaw from a Rope and Harness (Level 2)
Competence in the Safe Use of Mowers (Pedestrian Controlled) (Level 2)
Certificate of Competence in the Safe Use of Mowers (Ride-on) (Level 2)
Competence in Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross-Cutting (Level 2)
Competence in Felling Small Trees (up to 380mm) (Level 2)
Principles of Safe Handling and Appl. of Pesticides Using Pedestrian Handheld Equipment (PA1 & PA6)
LANTRA Professional Tree Inspection
Safe Use of Brush-Cutters and Trimmers (Level 2)
Basic Tree Inspection
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.