16-19 Courses
Arboriculture (Trees and Timber) Intermediate Level Apprenticeship - 2012:13
| Location: | Merrist Wood College | | Course Code: | OD02WP1A000P | | Year: | 2012:13 | | Start Date: | Continuous | | Duration: | 18 months | | Attendance: | One day a week | | FT/PT: | Part-Time | | | | | Exam Board: | NPTC (previously known as National Proficiency Tests Council) | | | |
Content / Overview
This Apprenticeship covers the main occupations within the trees and timber industry. This industry includes the establishment, care, maintenance and management of trees, woodlands and forests, as well as the production of wood and timber products. Trees are one of the world’s major natural resources, and an essential part of the environment. The course content includes tree and plant species: characteristics and identification; timber mensuration and measurement; first aid; health and safety; functional skills: Maths or English. On the job training will include identifying different species; tree health; safe use of equipment; practical skills.
Why Study Here
Practical work is carried out both in the woods, the golf course and ornamental grounds of the College's 400 acre estate and on outside worksites, giving a good range of realistic working situations. Skilled and experienced tutors make full use of the well-equipped workshops, laboratories and wide range of machinery during the course, whilst the diverse range of tree and shrub species in the woodlands, ornamental grounds and plant nursery provides an excellent resource for developing plant knowledge. Several renowned gardens and aboreta, such as Kew, Wisley and Winkworth, are within easy reach of Merrist Wood.
Suitable For
Anyone wishing to start a career in forestry or arboriculture, or those already working in the industry who wish to further their career.
Application Method
Application followed by individual interview
Entry Requirements
You should be working in the industry and interested in developing your skills. Good GCSEs are an advantage.
This apprenticeship can also be for adult learners who have experience within the industry or who are looking for a career change or progression. All applicants will need to be in relevant employment by the time the course starts.
Delivery Method
This course will be delivered by a combination of theory and practical sessions.
Assessment
Assessment is varied and will be carried out both at College and in the workplace.
Progression
You could move onto the Level 3 courses in Arboriculture or the Advanced Apprenticeship. Alternatively you could continue in your career within the arboriculture industry.
Homework
You may have to complete sections of your portfolio outside of College or working hours.
If you do not wish to use our online application system, you can download an
Application Form
All students aged 19 years or over on 1 September in the first year of their course are expected to pay tuition, registration, exam fees and all other course related costs. Some assistance with these costs may be available depending on your circumstances and the latest government funding position. There are normally no tuition, registration or examination fees to pay if you are aged 16-18 on 1 September in the first year of your course and are a British or European Union resident. This does not apply to HNCs/Ds, Foundation Degrees, Degrees or courses that do not attract government funding.
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