Advanced Horticultural Trades (Level 4) (Arboriculture)
Growing & Vines
A course by
Wintec
Gain advanced arboriculture skills for a career in tree care and management with the New Zealand Certificate in Horticulture Services (Level 4) with strand in Arboriculture at Wintec.
NZ$6,821
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Perform advanced technical tasks in arboriculture
Carry out maintenance and management activities in arboriculture, including advanced tree climbing, pruning, felling, and dismantling.
Conduct visual tree assessments
Identify, present, and assess amenity trees for their health and risks using industry-standard practices.
About This Course
This Level 4 certificate programme builds on basic horticultural training to develop advanced technical skills in arboriculture. Students will learn about tree assessment, maintenance, biology, advanced climbing, felling, and supervision. Work experience and projects with councils and the wider community are included, preparing graduates for employment or advancement in the arboriculture industry.
Course Content
- Professional practice and supervision in arboriculture
- Visual tree assessments
- Tree identification and presentation skills
- Tree biology and health diagnostics
- Chainsaw maintenance
- Soil science and plant growth
- Advanced tree felling and sectional felling
- Tree pruning and climbing skills
- Leading projects in primary industry operations
- Work experience with regional councils
Entry Requirements
New Zealand Certificate in Horticulture Level 3 (Arboriculture strand) or equivalent qualification
Build towards these roles
Arborist (Tree Surgeon)Amenity tree management rolesSelf-employed arboriculture contractorCouncil/Local authority tree managementProgression into supervisory or management positions in arboriculture
Build skills in these industries
HorticultureArboriculture
