Applied Horticultural Services (Level 3) (Arboriculture)
Growing & Vines
A course by
Wintec
This programme suits those who have some general horticultural experience or desire to work in the arboriculture horticultural sector. Learn skills and knowledge needed to work in the arboriculture industry under limited supervision, focusing on chainsaw safety, chipper use, arboriculture codes of practice, ground duties, tree climbing, identification, pruning, and felling.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Hamilton Rotokauri Campus, Hamilton
It will take a total of 17 weeks
Core skills this course teaches
Arboriculture Practical Skills
Demonstrate skills in chainsaw operation, chipper use, tree climbing, pruning, planting, and felling appropriate for industry standards.
Safety and Health Knowledge
Apply workplace health and safety practices, first aid, and emergency response relevant to horticultural and arboricultural work environments.
Industry Standards and Codes
Understand and apply arboriculture codes of practice and safety regulations to ensure compliance and professional practice.
What You're Signing Up For
The Applied Horticultural Services (Level 3) (Arboriculture) programme at Wintec leads to the New Zealand Certificate in Horticulture with a strand in Arboriculture. It provides practical, project-driven training for individuals interested in arboriculture, covering operational safety, tree care, and industry standards. Students develop competencies in chainsaw operation, tree identification and care, equipment safety, pruning, and felling, preparing graduates for arborist roles or progression to higher-level arboriculture qualifications.
Course Content
- Chainsaw safety and operations
- Chipper use
- Arboriculture codes of practice
- Ground duties
- Tree climbing and equipment safety
- Tree identification, planting and care
- Tree pruning and felling
- Workplace Health and Safety (HORT101)
- Provide Life Support (HORT211)
- Provide First Aid (HORT201)
- Chainsaw Operation (ARBO200)
- Managing First Aid in Emergency Situations (HORT324)
- Teamwork (HORT325)
- Active Listening (HORT326)
- Chippers (HORT328)
- Ground Duties (HORT329)
- Botany (HORT335)
- Safety Near Electric Lines (HORT322)
- Nomenclature and Tree Identification (ARBO300)
- Arboriculture Codes of Practice (ARBO301)
- Tree Planting (ARBO302)
- Understanding Tree Pruning (ARBO303)
- Amenity Tree Pruning (ARBO304)
- Tree Felling (ARBO305)
- Climbing and Rescue (ARBO400)
What you need to know first
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Horticulture
Arboriculture
Environmental Services
Future employment opportunities might be
Arborist
Horticultural Worker
Tree Care Specialist