Arborist

Level

Intermediate · like GCSEs

Length

1.5 yr

typical

Sector

Agriculture, environmental and animal care

Pay

Paid

you earn while training

In a nutshell

Pruning, felling and maintaining trees.

Carry out pruning operations from the ground and from the canopy

Fell trees safely using approved cutting techniques

Climb trees using rope and harness systems to access the canopy

Operate wood chippers and stump grinding machines on site

Clear and chip brash and timber following tree works

Set up safe working zones and signage around tree operations

Maintain and sharpen chainsaws and other cutting equipment

Safe use and maintenance of chainsaws on the ground and at height

Basic tree identification and understanding tree structure and biology

Rope-based tree climbing and aerial rescue techniques

Pruning methods and their effects on tree health

Safe felling and sectional dismantling of trees

Ground-based machinery operation including chippers and stump grinders

Health and safety legislation and working at height regulations

Ready to look for a place?

See live Arborist apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.

A Careermash concept · apprenticeship standard from our careers engine · vacancies via gov.uk.