Development of the Professional Diploma in Arboriculture started in the late 1960’s under the guidance of the Royal Forestry Society and has been over the years the premier qualification in arboriculture regarded in the highest esteem by the industry. It has been available nationally to those with experience in arboriculture.

Candidates are those aspiring to become senior tree officers employed by Local Authorities, consultants and also wishing to attain membership of professional bodies e.g. Institute of chartered Foresters and the Arboricultural Association. ABC has worked closely with the RFS in the redevelopment of The Professional Diploma at Level 6 for inclusion on the National Qualifications Framework. This qualification provides important Continued Professional Development opportunities for those involved in the industry.

·        Management of Tree Health and the Identification, Prevention and Control of Disorders.

·        Management and Organisation of Tree Care Operations. Modern

·        The Processes of Selection, Purchase, Handling, Planning and Planting Trees.

·        Management of Amenity Woodlands, Veteran Trees and Habitat Conservation.

·        Tree Biology and Management of their Environment.

·        Tree Management and Maintenance.

These will be assessed either in the written examination and/or management exercises.

Professional Diploma in Arboriculture

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