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Land Skills: Step into Tree Surgery course is a 4-week training programme designed to provide hands-on, practical training in tree surgery, along with the essential theoretical knowledge needed to develop your skills and provide all of the qualifications you will need to begin your career as a certified Tree Surgeon. We have this program scheduled from 29 September to 24 October 2025, please see below for details. Step into Tree Surgery Land Skills 'Step into Tree Surgery' course is a 4-week training programme designed to provide hands on, practical training in tree surgery, along with the essential theoretical knowledge needed to develop your skills and provide all of the qualifications you will need to begin your career as a certified Tree Surgeon. We have this programme scheduled from 1 September to 2 October 2026, please see below for details. What will be included in this course programme? Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-cutting Training: 01 & 02 September 2026 (FULL) Assessment: 03 September 2026 Felling & Processing Trees up to 380mm Training: 21 - 24 September 2026 (1 place) Assessment: 25 September 2026 Basic Tree Survey & Inspection Training: 16 September 2026 (3 places) Woodchipper IA Training: 16 October 2026 (2 places) Access a Tree Using Rope & Harness and Aerial Tree Rescue Training: 07 - 11 September 2026 (3 places) Assessment: 15 September 2026 Aerial Cutting of Trees with a Chainsaw Using Free-fall Techniques Training : 28 - 30 September 2026 (2 places) Assessment : 01 October 2026 Training Programme Cost for 4 weeks training & assessments: £3536.01 + £677.05 VAT = £4213.06 inclusive (includes 1 x retake and all equipment hire & PPE) What to expect from the training: – Practical Skills Fo cus : Emphasis on hands-on training to develop your abilities in tree surgery and maintenance. Experienced Instructors: Learn from skilled professionals with years of industry experience. Solid Foundation: Gain the knowledge and confidence to start working in the field of arboriculture. Equipment & PPE: All equipment and PPE provided throughout the training. Assessments: 1 free retake if required to help and support you through your journey Recap Options: If you are unsuccessful in the Tree Climbing and Aerial Rescue assessment, we offer the option of using the Aerial Tree Cutting training days to recap and improve your climbing skills. Who is it for: This course is perfect for beginners who want to build a strong foundation in tree surgery skills or for those who need the accredited qualifications. Book now!

This course is ideal for those wishing to achieve Level 2 Award in Felling and Processing Trees up to 380mm and will provide you with the appropriate techniques and safety guidelines to ensure that you are not only confident when felling trees, but also aware of relevant health and safety requirements. Course Information Felling & Processing Trees up to 380mm Duration: 5 days including assessment Course Dates: 10 - 13 August 2026 - Assessment 14 August (3 places) 21 - 24 September 2026 - Assessment 25 September (1 place) 16 - 19 November 2026 - Assessment 20 November (3 places) Please call or email for group and on-site bookings Course Cost: Please call or email for our summer 2026 discounted price Equipment required - contact us for hire Venue: Brockham, Surrey Book now! View Course Details Equipment List Pre-requisites: Candidates must hold a City & Guilds Certificate of Competence for Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-cutting (0039-20 / 0020-03) or equivalent Lantra Awards qualification prior to attending this course. This course is ideal for those wishing to achieve Level 2 Award in Felling and Processing Trees up to 380mm and will provide you with the appropriate techniques and safety guidelines to ensure that you are not only confident when felling trees, but also aware of relevant health and safety requirements. Who is it for? This course will be suitable for you if you work in, or are looking to work in any of the following industries: Agriculture Arboriculture Forestry Horticulture Woodland industries Local Authorities Conservation Construction Land-based industries Course sessions: HSE legislation and safety guidelines Felling Branch removal – snedding and de-limbing Cross-cutting felled timber Take down hung-up trees using hand tools Clear site and chainsaw checks Certification: This course culminates in an independent assessment for a City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate of Competence in Felling Small Trees up to 380mm.

This 1 day Emergency First Aid at Work +F (Lantra Awards ITA) course teaches the First Aider how to act safely and effectively in a range of emergencies, specifically with the Forestry industry in mind. This course complies with Forestry Commission +F and is approved by the Forestry Industry Safety Accord (FISA). Course Information Emergency First Aid at Work + F Duration: 1 day including integrated assessment Course Dates: 20 August 2026 (1 place) 08 October 2026 (FULL) 13 November 2026 (5 places) Please call or email for group and on-site bookings Course Cost: Please call or email for course costs No equipment required Venue: Brockham, Surrey Pre-requisites: None About the course: This 1-day Emergency First Aid at Work +F (Lantra Awards ITA) course teaches the First Aider how to act safely and effectively in a range of emergencies, specifically with the Forestry industry in mind. This course complies with Forestry Commission +F and is approved by the Forestry Industry Safety Accord (FISA). Trainees will learn the key techniques in order to administer simple but sometimes life-saving techniques. Training includes how to use a tourniquet and a haemostatic dressing. This course has continuous assessment by the trainer to evaluate delegates and there is an opportunity for Q&A at the end of the course. Suitable for: This course is suitable for those who have never previously undertaken First Aid training, or those whose First Aid training has expired. Course content: Understand the role of the first aider, including reference to the importance of preventing cross infection, the need for recording incidents and accidents and the use of available equipment Assess the situation in order to act safely, promptly and effectively in an emergency Plan how to respond in an emergency Administer cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) Administer first aid to a casualty who is choking Administer first aid to a casualty who is wounded or bleeding (including serious bleeding) Administer first aid to a casualty who is suffering from shock Administer first aid to a casualty who is suffering from hypothermia Administer first aid to a casualty who is suffering from suspension trauma Provide treatment for minor injuries including small cuts, grazes, bruises, minor burns, scalds and small splinters Use of tourniquets and haemostatic dressings Demonstration of and opportunity to practice use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) (training model) These are the requirements of the Health and Safety Executive and the syllabus has been approved Certification: Upon successful completion of this course, learners will receive a Lantra Awards E-Certificate of Competence for Emergency First Aid at Work +F. Book now! View Course Details