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Qualification
Foundation Certificate - Fd cert
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Location
Preston Campus
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
SEP-21
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Duration
1 Years
Course summary
About the course
The course is delivered at University Centre Myerscough and awarded by the University of Central Lancashire. The course is ideal for anyone who wants to work in this rewarding and exciting industry, or for those people currently working in Arboriculture. Employers look for a combination of managerial and technical skills in the science and technology of tree care. This course integrates both these aspects to ensure that you will be equipped with the necessary skill set for entry level work in the arboriculture sector.
You will learn how to identify and survey trees and integrate tree biology and soil science into tree care. A focus is also given to tree production and establishment highlighting a range of current and innovative new practices to help meet the challenge of planting trees in urban locations. The development of work-related practical skills and experiences is an integral part of the course with a dedicated module covering work skills.
Learning Environment:
Learning activities on the course are diverse, including lectures, seminars, tutorials, practical sessions and workshops.
Students are expected to undertake extensive independent study and research to support lectures, seminars and assessments. Group work and group presentations form an important part of the course. Students will have access to specialist IT hardware and software, an on-line learning environment and reference facility.
Assessment:
This course is designed to ensure a wide variety of assessment types are undertaken, many of which directly reflect industry-related documentation and practices. These assessment methods will include technical reports, portfolios, individual presentations, laboratory/practical reports and identification tests.
Progression
On successful completion of the course, students may apply to study the second year of the Foundation Degree.
Careers
There are opportunities in the arboriculture industry for students with a Foundation Certificate.
Examples of possible careers include:
- Assistant Arboricultural Officer
- Tree Surveyor
- Climbing Arboris
Application deadline
15 January
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Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
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QUALIFICATION TYPE
A level : CE
AS levels may be used to contribute to entry requirements but they are not sufficient for entry on their own.
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Campus address
Myerscough College, St Michael's Road, Bilsborrow, Preston, Lancashire, PR3 0RY, England