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Long Training Courses

Arboriculture

For tree care and management.

RFS/ABC Level 2 Certificate in Arboriculture (Theory) with Reaseheath College

Based at Reaseheath College, Nantwich, this course prepares students to undertake the theory examinations which can lead to accreditation by the Royal Forestry Society.  Additional NPTC practical qualifications can be studied to make up the full RFS Certificate in Arboriculture.  Ten blocks of three days.  angelab@reaseheath.ac.uk, 01270 613271

Level 3 Diploma in Forestry and Arboriculture

A two year course focusing on tree science, woodland management, forestry and tree care.  Study split between Reaseheath, Delemere Forest and other estates.  Incorporates practical skills, visits, demonstrations and lectures.  Entry requirements - range of GCSE's Grade C and above or equivalent, career changers welcome.  joannas@reaseheath.ac.uk, 01270 613242, www.reaseheath.ac.uk/countryside.

Level 1 Award in Woodland Skills

Interested in exploring a career working outdoors?  Staring January 2012 this course provides an introduction into basic woodland skills and is suitable for all ages. Attendance is at Capel Manor College, in Enfield, for 2 days a week for 9 weeks. Tuition fee concessions may apply. 08456 122122 enquiries@capel.ac.uk  www.capel.ac.uk       

Level 3 certificate in Forestry and Arboriculture with Capel Manor College

A one or two year course which includes an industrial placement and the chance for specialisation. Taught range of public and private sites including the college's 75 ha farm, hedgerows and woodlands. For all arboriculture courses see www.capel.ac.uk

MSc Agroforestry with Bangor University

In this one-year course, you have the opportunity to learn about how trees, people and agriculture can be combined in sustainably managed farms, forests and landscapes.  The course equips you to deal with the principal forces driving change in farming and forestry. senrgy@bangor.ac.uk 01248 382281 http://www.bangor.ac.uk/senrgy/postgraduate

MSc Environmental Forestry with Bangor University

This one-year course will develop your understanding of forest ecosystems and their role in the global environment, and of the goods and services that forests can provide.  The course has been running for more than 25 years, and its graduates are now working in forestry all over the world. senrgy@bangor.ac.uk 01248 382281 http://www.bangor.ac.uk/senrgy/postgraduate

MSc Sustainable Forest and Nature Management (Erasmus Mundus Course) with Bangor University

We offer an integrated two-year world-class Masters Course in Sustainable Forest and Nature Management (SUFONAMA) based on our long experience in teaching and research, and building on masters programmes that have proved to be dynamic and viable. senrgy@bangor.ac.uk 01248 382281 http://www.bangor.ac.uk/senrgy/postgraduate

MSc Sustainable Tropical Forestry (Erasmus Mundus Course) with Bangor University

A two-year world-class integrated programme aimed at qualifying graduates to deal with the huge challenges in contemporary tropical forestry. The teaching staff are very active in research and the students will profit from our many connections throughout the world. senrgy@bangor.ac.uk 01248 382281 http://www.bangor.ac.uk/senrgy/postgraduate

Capel Manor apprentices aim higher

As London’s major provider of land-based training, we offer apprenticeships and advanced apprenticeships in Environmental Conservation, Horticulture, and Trees & Timber (Arboriculture).  Success rates are consistently above average, as are our training sites which include our own estate, woodland, farms and the Royal Parks.  08456 122122 enquiries@capel.ac.uk www.capel.ac.uk     

Level 3 Extended Diploma in Forestry & Arboriculture with Hadlow College

Aimed at students who wish to pursue a career in the forestry & arboriculture industries, this course is ideal if you’re considering a career change.  Climbing trees safely in harness & carrying out preventative & remedial pruning as well as felling small trees all forms part of this comprehensive course. 0500 551434 www.hadlow.ac.uk

Level 2 Diploma in Forestry & Arboriculture with Hadlow College

Designed for students who may wish to work within the forestry & arboriculture industries, this course provides an underpinning knowledge of the theory whilst also providing opportunities to practise the skills learnt. 0500 551434 www.hadlow.ac.uk

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