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We offer a full range of tree inspection courses, including Basic Tree Inspection, 2-Day Tree Inspection, and the Lantra Professional Tree Inspection (PTI) course. These are ideal for those working in arboriculture, landscaping, and estate management. Whether you're just starting out or need advanced training for higher-level inspections, our tree inspection courses in Surrey meet industry-recognised standards and support professional development across the land-based sector. Tree Inspection Courses Click the links for course availability, prices and more. 01 Basic Tree Survey & Inspection This basic one day tree inspection training course aims to provide you with the knowledge to be able to identify a hazardous tree, determine the level of risk and then decide on an appropriate course of action. 03 Professional Tree Inspection This professional tree inspection training course will train you in how to specify the necessary remedial works and record the inspection process; this would then form a part of a defensible system. 02 2-Day Tree Inspection This two day course aims to provide specific tree inspection training to those who may have attended our Basic Tree Survey and Inspection course and wish to progress further in the subject. 04 Professional Tree Inspection Refresher This one-day update and refresher course is intended for those who have previously attended the well-respected 3-day Professional Tree Inspection course. View Course Info View Course Info View Course Info View Course Info "Enjoyable course - very well presented. Engaging throughout, approachable and friendly instructor, highly reccomend!" Our on Basic Tree Survey & Inspection course Mark 25 June 2025 Lantra Feedback Survery

This two day course aims to provide specific tree inspection training to those who may have attended our Lantra Awards Basic Tree Survey and Inspection course and wish to progress further in the subject. Course Information 2-Day Tree Inspection (Ideal as a Preparatory Course for the Lantra Professional Tree Inspection) Duration: 2 days Course Dates: 15 & 16 April 2026 (3 places) 03 & 04 November 2026 (14 places) Please call or email for group and on-site bookings Course Cost: Please call or email for course costs A light lunch is included in the course cost No equipment required Venue: Brockham, Surrey Pre-requisites: Prospective learners would benefit from a knowledge of plant and arboriculture science, but this is not essential. This two day course aims to provide specific tree inspection training to those who may have attended our Lantra Awards Basic Tree Survey & Inspection course and wish to progress further in the subject. New Course Feature – This course will now include a skills assessment to ascertain areas in which candidates could improve their skills and knowledge prior to attending the Lantra Professional Tree Inspection course. A report will be provided to candidates following the course, with the instructor’s recommendations. Who is it for? Arboriculturists, Landscape architects, Local Authorities, Woodland officers, Rangers, Landowners or any other professionals involved with trees. Course sessions: Introduction Law Matters Biology, Survival, Wounding Responses and Decay Understanding Energy - Tree Management and Health Visual and Biomechanical Hazard Assessment of Trees Practical Visual Assessment of Trees The Body Language of Trees Practical Tree Inspection Procedure Principles of Tree Risk Assessment Open forum and Review of Course Certification: Learners will receive a Land Skills E-Certificate of Attendance for 2-Day Tree Inspection and a Skills Assessment Report. Book now!

This three-day course aims to provide specific tree inspection training at an advanced level for competent arboriculturists. Prospective trainees should be experienced and qualified arboriculturists with an in-depth knowledge of plant and arboriculture science, including a thorough knowledge of wood decaying fungi, identification and interpretation of signs and symptoms of ill health and structural failure across a wide range of tree species and circumstances. Course Information Professional Tree Inspection Duration: 3 days including assessment Course Dates 19 - 21 May 2026 (3 places) 13 - 15 October 2026 (11 places) Please call or email for group and on-site bookings Course Cost: Please call or email for course costs A light lunch is included in the course price Equipment required Venue: Brockham, Surrey Pre-requisites: Prospective trainees should be experienced and qualified arboriculturists with an in-depth knowledge of plant and arboriculture science, including a thorough knowledge of wood decaying fungi, identification and interpretation of signs and symptoms of ill health and structural failure across a wide range of tree species and circumstances. They should be thoroughly experienced in carrying out tree inspection and survey. A basic knowledge of the works of Alex Shigo and Claus Mattheck is a requirement to attend this course. This three-day course aims to provide specific tree inspection training at an advanced level for competent arboriculturists. This will enable you to identify defects from ground level, from a climbed inspection or inspection aided by the use of a Mobile Elevated Working Platform (MEWP)*. *Tree climbing and use of MEWP will not be required during the course This professional tree inspection training course will train you in how to specify the necessary remedial works and record the inspection process; this would then form a part of a defensible system. The course is not aimed at covering report writing; however, presentation of findings will be examined and advice given. Book now! View Course Details Equipment List Who is it for? You will be professionally involved in arboriculture – specifically tree inspection. You must be an experienced and qualified arboriculturist with an in-depth knowledge of plant and arboricultural science. This will need to include a thorough knowledge of wood decaying fungi, identification and interpretation of signs and symptoms of ill health and structural failure across a wide range of tree species and circumstances. You will also need to be thoroughly experienced in carrying out tree inspections and surveys. Course sessions: The legal framework Basic inspection The tree Visual tree assessment Principal fungi decay organisms Mechanical symptoms of defects Tree inspection equipment Data recording Making and writing remedial actions Hazard evaluation Introduction to decay detection and measuring equipment At the end of the course you will undertake a competence based assessment directly related to tree inspection Certification: Once you have passed this assessment you will receive a Lantra Awards E-Certificate of Competence for Professional Tree Inspection.

Get in touch with Land Skills Training & Assessments to book a course, request more information, or discuss your team’s training needs. Based in Surrey, we deliver accredited arboriculture, pesticide, machinery, and first aid courses across the South East. Contact us today to plan your training with a trusted provider in the land-based sector. Contact Land Skills Training & Assessments Ltd If you would like to enquire or book onto a course please fill in the form below: Land Skills Training & Assessments Ltd Unit 2 Tanners Court, Brockham, Surrey RH3 7NH office@landskills.co.uk Mail 01306 876 404 Phone We aim to respond to your emails within 2 working days. Please note our working hours are 8:30am to 5:00pm, Monday to Friday. Name* Company Email* Phone Course required* How did you hear about us?* Yes, subscribe me to your newsletter. Submit

We offer flexible training solutions for companies looking to upskill their staff, whether that means training on your site or booking onto our scheduled courses. Alternatively, we can deliver a range of training at your site, using your own equipment, offering both convenience and familiarity. We’ll work with you to create a training plan to upskill all your team. ELCAS Approved Provider - Pre-requisites LANTRA Level 3 Certificate of Qualification in Aerial Tree Rescue Operations Pre-requisites: None, however trainees must be physically fit and not suffering from vertigo or similar conditions or on medication that could affect your safety. LANTRA Level 3 Award in Aerial Cutting of Trees with a Chainsaw Using Free-fall Techniques Pre-requisites: Candidates must hold a Certificate of Competence for Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-cutting, Felling & Processing Small Trees up to 380mm, Access a Tree Using Rope & Harness and Aerial Rescue prior to attending this course. Learners must be physically fit and not suffering from vertigo or similar conditions or on medication that could affect your safety. City & Guilds Level 3 Certificate of Competence in Felling & Processing Trees over 380mm and up to 760mm Pre-Requisites: Candidates must hold a Certificate of Competence for Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-cutting and Felling & Processing Small Trees up to 380mm prior to attending this course. City & Guilds Level 3 Certificate of Competence in Aerial Tree Pruning Pre-requisites: Candidates must hold a Certificate of Competence for Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-cutting, Felling & Processing Small Trees up to 380mm, Access a Tree Using Rope & Harness and Aerial Tree Rescue, and Aerial Cutting of Trees with a Chainsaw using Free-fall Techniques prior to attending this course. City & Guilds Level 3 Certificate of Competence in Aerial Tree Rigging Pre-requisites: Candidates must hold a Certificate of Competence for Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-cutting, Felling & Processing Small Trees up to 380mm, Access a Tree Using Rope & Harness and Aerial Tree Rescue, and Aerial Cutting of Trees with a Chainsaw Using Free-fall Techniques prior to attending this course. City & Guilds Level 3 Certificate of Competence in Chainsaw Use from a Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) Pre-requisites: Candidates must hold - Certificate of Competence for use of a MEWP (IPAF/NPTC/LANTRA). You must hold a current certificate of competence to operate the type of MEWP that will be used during the course. Level 2 Award in Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-cutting or Level 2 Award in Felling & Processing Small Trees up to 380mm. Although not a pre-requisite, Aerial Cutting of Trees with a Chainsaw using Free-fall Techniques for the one-day training. If not held, two-days training is recommended. Click below for more info below. City & Guilds Level 3 Certificate of Competence in Thorough Examination of Arboriculture Lifting Equipment Pre-requisites: None, however trainees for this course should have knowledge of modern arboriculture practice, particularly relating to tree climbing and rigging techniques and the associated equipment used in such operations. They will typically come from an arboriculture contracting background, but could also include those involved in associated roles provided they have the relevant knowledge and experience of arboriculture equipment and the circumstances in which it is commonly used. MEWP INFO

We offer a wide range of refresher courses to keep your skills up to date, including chainsaw maintenance, pesticide application, and tree inspections. Ideal for staying compliant and confident in your role, our refresher training supports ongoing development across the arboriculture and land-based industries. Refresher Training We recommend booking a refresher course every 5 years to keep your training up to date. We offer a range of refresher training from chainsaws to pesticides. Please click the links below for course availability and dates. Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-cutting City & Guilds CPD or Lantra Refresher Duration: 1 Day 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 refresher training. Felling & Processing Trees up to 380mm City & Guilds CPD Duration: 2 Days Pre-requisites: Candidates must hold a City & Guilds Certificate of Competence for Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-cutting (0039-20/ 0020-03) and Felling Trees up to 380mm (0039-21 / 0020-04) or equivalent Lantra Awards qualification prior to attending this refresher training. Felling & Processing Trees over 380mm City & Guilds CPD or Lantra Refresher Duration: 2 Days Pre-requisites: Candidates must hold a City & Guilds Certificate of Competence for Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-cutting (0039-20 / 0020-03), Felling Trees up to 380mm (0039-21 / 0020-04) and Felling Trees over 380mm (0039-33 / 0021-01) or equivalent Lantra Awards qualification prior to attending this refresher training. Access a Tree Using a Rope & Harness and Aerial Tree Rescue City & Guilds CPD Duration: 2 Days Pre-requisites: Candidates must hold a City & Guilds Certificate of Competence for Basic Tree Climbing & Aerial Rescue (0039-22 / 0020-13) or equivalent Lantra Awards prior to attending this refresher training and have a good level of fitness. Chainsaw from Rope & Harness City & Guilds CPD Duration: 1 Day Pre-requisites: Candidates must hold a City & Guilds Certificate of Competence for Aerial Cutting of Trees with a Chainsaw using Free-Fall Techniques (0039-23 / 0021-08 ) or equivalent Lantra Awards qualification prior to attending this course. Learners must be physically fit and not suffering from vertigo or similar conditions or on medication that could affect your safety. Aerial Tree Rigging City & Guilds CPD Duration: 2 Days Pre-requisites: Candidates must hold a City & Guilds Certificate of Competence for Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-cutting (0039-20 / 0020-03), Felling Trees up to 380mm (0039-21 / 0020-04), Tree Climbing & Rescue (0039-22 / 0020-13), Aerial Cutting of Trees with a Chainsaw using Free-Fall Techniques (0039-23 / 0021-08) and Aerial Tree Rigging (0039-32 / 0021-09) or equivalent Lantra Awards qualification prior to attending this course. Thorough Inspection of Arboriculture Lifting Equipment (LOLER) Lantra Refresher Duration: 1 Day Pre-requisites: Candidates must already hold a Certificate of Competence for Thorough Examination of Arboricultural Equipment (XARB03) prior to attending this refresher training. Brushcutters & Trimmers Lantra Refresher Duration: 1 Day Pre-requisites: Candidates must hold either a Lantra Awards Certificate of Training or City & Guilds Certificate of Competence for Brushcutters & Trimmers prior to attending this refresher training. Professional Tree Inspection Lantra Refresher Duration: 1 Day Pre-requisites: Candidates must have previously attended and passed the Lantra Awards 3-day Professional Tree Inspection course Refresher Safe Use & Application of Pesticides Using Handheld Equipment (PA1 & PA6) Lantra Refresher Duration: 3 days for occasional users Pre-requisites: Candidates must hold City & Guilds 0216-49 / PA1 Principles of Safe Handling & Application of Pesticides and 0216-54 / PA6 Safe Application of Pesticides using Handheld Equipment or equivalent Lantra Awards qualfications prior to attending this refresher training.

We offer flexible training solutions for companies looking to upskill their staff, whether that means training on your site or booking onto our scheduled courses. Alternatively, we can deliver a range of training at your site, using your own equipment, offering both convenience and familiarity. We’ll work with you to create a training plan to upskill all your team. ELCAS Approved Provider Here at Land Skills Training & Assessments we are proud to support service leavers through ELCAS funding and, as an a pproved provider for ELCAS (Enhanced Learning Credits Administration Service), we are here to help service leavers access nationally recognised qualifications and take confident steps into their next career. Train. Qualify. Thrive Beyond the Forces. The MOD’s Enhanced Learning Credits (ELC) Scheme supports service leavers and promotes lifelong learning amongst members of the Armed Forces by providing financial support over up to three separate financial years. This funding allows learners to progress into higher-level qualifications (Level 3 and above, or approved international equivalents) with trusted, approved learning providers. By providing financial support in up to three separate financial years, the scheme enables higher-level learning through nationally recognised qualifications at Level 3 or above (or an approved international equivalent) with an approved learning provider. At Land Skills Training & Assessments, we are committed to helping service leavers gain valuable skills and qualifications that support their next career steps in arboriculture and land-based industries. ELCAS Funded Level 3 Courses Click on a course to view full details LANTRA Awards Level 3 Award in Accessing a Tree Using a Rope & Harness and Aerial Rescue - £1382.70 LANTRA Awards Level 3 Award in Aerial Cutting of Trees with a Chainsaw Using Free-fall Techniques - £940.50 City & Guilds Level 3 Certificate of Competence in Felling & Processing Trees over 380mm and up to 760mm – £1079.00 City & Guilds Level 3 Certificate of Competence in Aerial Tree Pruning – £939.05 City & Guilds Level 3 Certificate of Competence in Aerial Tree Rigging – £1587.20 City & Guilds Level 3 Certificate of Competence in Chainsaw Use from a Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) – £1501.80 City & Guilds Level 3 Certificate of Competence in Thorough Examination of Arboriculture Lifting Equipment – £1034.30 View Pre-requisites Please note: To enrol in our Level 3 courses, you must have successfully completed all required pre-requisite lower level courses beforehand. These pre-requisite courses cannot be funded through ELCAS and must be self funded or supported through alternative funding. Service leavers may be able to use resettlement funding for Level 1–3 courses. For a detailed breakdown of the pre-requisite qualifications required for each course, please click the View pre-requisites button above.

Land Skills provide a thorough examination service for arboricultural climbing and rigging equipment. We are happy to provide practical advice on how the regulations apply to arboriculture.  If you simply have a question or wish to discuss equipment inspections please feel free to call 01306 876404 or email your query to office@landskills.co.uk Loler Inspection Land Skills provide a thorough examination service for arboricultural climbing and rigging equipment. We are happy to provide practical advice on how the regulations apply to arboriculture. If you simply have a question or wish to discuss equipment inspections please feel free to call 01306 876404 or email your query to office@landskills.co.uk Get LOLER Certified Book onto one of our LOLER courses and assessments. This course includes an independent assessment for a City & Guilds Level 3 Certificate of Competence in the Thorough Examination of Arboricultural Equipment. Climbing Kit Inspection Whether you are an individual looking to have a kit inspected for the first time or a large organisation with many climbing kits, Land Skills is able to help you meet the main requirements of LOLER relating to the inspection of arboricultural climbing equipment. Rigging Equipment The LOLER regulations also apply to non-climbing equipment that lifts or lowers loads, such as rigging systems for lowering branches and includes, attachments used for anchoring, fixing or supporting it. For example: lowering blocks, pulleys, strops, karabiners and ropes. A thorough examination should be carried out by a competent person every 12 months on equipment that is not used for lifting people. LOLER Inspections For your climbing and rigging kits. Book now! Book a LOLER Inspection Please check you meet the requirements to book a LOLER Inspection with us. Equipment should be subject to a pre-use check by the user A written recorded interim inspection should be kept for equipment subject to high levels of wear and tear A thorough examination should be carried out at least every six months by a competent person Equipment should be marked for unique identification

We offer flexible training solutions for companies looking to upskill their staff, whether that means training on your site or booking onto our scheduled courses. Alternatively, we can deliver a range of training at your site, using your own equipment, offering both convenience and familiarity. We’ll work with you to create a training plan to upskill all your team. Tailored Training to Upskill Your Team Flexible training designed around your team’s needs Personalised Training Matrix We provide flexible, bespoke training packages designed specifically for your team. Whether on-site or at our Surrey centre, we tailor courses to help your staff gain the skills and qualification. Free On-site Consultation We’ll visit your site to discuss your team’s training needs in person, free of charge. This allows us to understand your setup and design a training plan that aligns with your working environment, roles and desired time frame. What’s Included A customised training matrix for each team member Clear pathways from basic to advanced skills Flexible timelines to suit your operations On going support as your team progresses Ideal for businesses looking to invest in long-term staff development. Get in touch to book your free consultation. Request a Free Consultation Training for Local Authorities At Land Skills Training & Assessments, we specialise in delivering high-quality, accredited training that suits the needs of councils, conservation bodies, and other large organisations. We offer flexible training solutions for groups of any size and can deliver courses directly at your site using your equipment. Our experienced instructors and assessors are available to travel across the UK and will work around your availability to ensure minimal disruption to your operations. We can also accommodate purchase orders and work with payment systems such as Proactis.

Find answers to common questions about booking our courses, payment options, what to bring on the day, and more. Our FAQ page covers everything you need to know about attending training with Land Skills Training & Assessments, including course requirements, equipment, and how to prepare. Ideal for first-time learners and returning clients alike. FAQ Do I need to bring my own equipment & PPE? Most courses require PPE and equipment which you can hire from us if you don't have. When you book onto our courses we will provide you with an equipment and PPE hire list if required. Do I need my own transport? Our centre is accessible by public transport and Dorking Main is the nearest station. Land Skills is a 10-minute bus journey from the station - Compass Travel, 32 service to ‘Strood Green, Tynedale Road’. However, for a majority of our courses we require you to have your own car to get to and from the practical sites. Do you provide food on the course or should I bring my own? For the majority of courses we only provide tea and coffee, so we recommend you bring your own lunch. For our Tree Inspection courses a light lunch is provided by us. How many candidates can I book in per course? The amount of candidates you can book per course depends on the type of course and the availability we have. For most courses we have up to 4 or 6 people per course, with up to 12 for Emergency First Aid at Work +F & Professional Tree Inspection courses, and up to 14 for Basic Tree Survey & 2-day Tree Inspection courses. Can I book an assessment only? Or can I retake an assessment if I fail? For many of our courses our assessments are integrated and we strongly advise you do the training. However if you have already done the training and require an assessment or a retake we can provide this. Please read more here. Do you do any blue light, services or student discounts? We currently do not offer any discounts. However, the UK Forestry Commission do provide grants from their training fund. You can apply online and potentially acquire funding for a whole course. Please read more on their website here. How can I book onto a course? To book onto our course all you need to do is call or email with which course you would like to book on and for how many places. Once you have provided your invoicing details, you will have one week to pay the course fees and secure your spot on the course. Once we have received the course fees, we will send a booking confirmation with joining instructions and any registration forms to be completed. Please contact us here . What courses should I book to get started with arboriculture? We would recommend our Step into Tree Surgery course. This 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. Can you teach the courses at my site? For the majority of our courses, we can hold them at your site provided it meets our site requirements. Please let us know which course you would like to book and we will send you a quote and availability. Do I need to do a refresher? For most courses refresher training is recommended every 5 years. If it has been over 5 years without consistent use, we would suggest joining just the training for one of our regular courses. Please read more about refresher courses here . Can you offer alternative dates for courses? If you have multiple candidates for a course but none of the listed dates suit you, we may be able to work around your availability. Please get in touch for more. Do you provide payment plans? We now offer payment plans on select higher-cost courses to help individuals spread the cost more easily. This option requires a 25% deposit upfront, followed by three monthly BACS instalments of 25% each, set up via standing order. Please contact us to find out more! What is the enrolment number on my form? We will ask for your City & Guilds enrolment number on the registration form to check pre-requisites and register you for assessment. If you do not have one we will generate it for you. This new enrolment number replaces the previous candidate number.

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If preferred, many of our courses can be arranged to take place on your site. ​ Examples of on site courses we have carried out over the last year include: Woodchippers; Hand Held Hedge Trimmers; Clearing Saws; Pesticide Application and Spraying; Ride-on Mowers as well as Basic Tree Survey & Inspection. On-site Courses If preferred, many of our courses can be arranged to take place on your site. Examples of on-site courses we have carried out over the last year include: Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-cutting, Chainsaw from a MEWP, Woodchippers, Stump Grinders, Handheld Hedge Trimmers, Brush-cutters & Trimmers, Clearing Saws, Pesticide Application & Spraying, Emergency First Aid at Work +F and Ride-on Mowers, as well as Basic Tree Survey & Inspection and Refresher CPDs for Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-cutting and Felling & Processing Trees up to 380mm. Please contact us for a quote and/or further details, with the following information – Course of interest Number of learners Your site address Your availability Tel: 01306 876404 Email: office@landskills.co.uk We look forward to hearing from you!

Here at Land Skills Training and Assessments Ltd, we can provide the option for assessment only courses.  Assessments Only Here at Land Skills Training & Assessments, we can provide the option for assessment only. If you would like to book an assessment without any training please email assessments@landskills.co.uk or fill in our contact form specifying you require assessment only. Although training is not compulsory prior to assessment, Land Skills Training & Assessments strongly advise that all candidates attend a course of instruction before the assessment to ensure that they are properly equipped with the knowledge, skills and resources for a successful assessment. Book now!

Welcome to Land Skills Training & Assessments Ltd. We are a Lantra Awards Approved Training Provider and City & Guilds Assessment Centre based in Dorking, Surrey offering training and assessment for the land-based sector. We have over 40 years experience in the arboriculture and forestry industries and offer a comprehensive range of training for pesticide use. Land Based Courses Enhancing Skills in Forestry, Horticulture and Grounds Maintenance Explore Our Courses What we offer At Land Skills Training & Assessments Ltd, we offer a range of services designed to support your professional development in land based courses. These include in-depth forestry, horticulture and grounds maintenance courses, along with refresher courses to keep your skills up to date. We also provide assessment-only options for retakes or if you've already completed training and require only the assessment. We can conduct LOLER (Thorough Inspection of Arboriculture Lifting Equipment) inspections to ensure your climbing kit is safe and compliant. While our courses are primarily held at our training and assessment centre, we also offer the flexibility of delivering training and assessments at your own site. Explore the links below for more information on the courses and services we offer. Courses & Refresher Courses On-site Courses Assessment Only LOLER Inspections Upcoming Courses Home: Headliner Ground Based Package A training package for anyone wanting to gain skills in ground-based tree work. This discounted training package includes training and assessment in the subjects commonly required by employers for anyone that needs to use chainsaws on the ground. Step into Tree Surgery A 4 week training program designed to provide hands-on, practical training in tree surgery, along with essential theoretical knowledge. This course will provide all of the qualifications you will need to begin your career as a certified Tree Surgeon. Aerial Tree Package Coming soon! Our accreditations L.O.L.E.R Certified Marie Holland, Woodchipper Course "Rob gave very clear instructions and went over everything twice to make sure we were all competent. Excellent teacher". See more Home: Testimonials Get in Touch Land Skills Training & Assessments Ltd Unit 2 Tanners Court, Brockham, Betchworth RH3 7NH office@landskills.co.uk 01306 876404 Name* Company Email* Phone Course required* How did you hear about us?* Yes, subscribe me to your newsletter. Submit About us

At Land Skills Training & Assessments, we offer a wide range of accredited courses, including forestry and horticulture training such as tree climbing, chainsaw use, and tree inspections. Our pest management courses focus on a variety of pesticide application techniques. We also provide grounds maintenance and landscaping training, including mower operation and machinery courses. Our Courses At Land Skills Training & Assessments, we offer a wide range of accredited courses, including forestry and horticulture training such as tree climbing, chainsaw use, and tree inspections. Our pest management courses focus on a variety of pesticide application techniques. We also provide grounds maintenance and landscaping training, including mower operation and machinery courses. Our construction plant courses currently cover MEWPs, and our health and safety course covers first aid within the forestry industry. Explore the links below for more details. Discover our various Chainsaw Courses including Chainsaw Maintenance, Tree Felling and more Ground Based Chainsaw Read More Discover our various Aerial Courses including Aerial Rescue, Aerial Cutting and more Aerial Tree Work Read More Discover our various Tree Inspection Courses Tree Inspection Read More Discover our Pesticide courses Pesticide and Spraying Courses Read More Our Courses Discover our various Machinery Courses such as Woodchipper, Brushcutters and more Machinery Read More Discover our Construction Plant Courses Mobile Elevating Work Platforms Read More Discover our Multi - Tool Course Multi -Tool Course Read More Discover our First Aid Course First Aid at Work + F Read More Our Courses Discover our Course Packages Discover our LOLER Course Thorough Inspection of Arboriculture Lifting Equipment Course Read More Discover our new training package Step into Tree Surgery Package Read More This discounted training package includes training and assessment in using chainsaws on the ground Ground Based Discounted Training Package Read More This discounted training package covers a range of aerial courses often required in the forestry industry Aerial Based Discounted Training Package - Coming soon! Read More More Courses Discover our Refresher courses Refresher Training Read More Discover company / group bookings Local Authorities, Companies and Group Bookings Read More Land Skills provide a thorough examination service for arboricultural climbing and rigging equipment LOLER Inspections Read More Have one of our courses at your site! On-Site Courses Read More Can't find what you are looking for? Search below:

At Land Skills Training & Assessments, we take pride in delivering high-quality, accredited training across arboriculture, landscaping, and land-based sectors. Our testimonials reflect the real experiences of individuals and businesses who have benefited from our professional, hands-on approach. Read our client reviews to see why we’re a trusted training provider in Surrey and the South East. Client Reviews Debs Carter "Great course and instructor. Patient, took time to explain. Very thorough" Felling & Processing Trees up to 380mm Refresher with Rob Wood: 20 & 21 November 2025 Chris Charman "Still picked up helpful tips after many years of chainsaw use". Chainsaw Maintenance & Crosscutting CPD Refresher with Rob Wood: 2 September 2025 Jordan Bray "Well constructed course information and pace". Stumpgrinder with Rob Wood: 11 August 2025 Saul Kelf "Very friendly, informative, great communication and very knowledgeable". Powered Pole Pruner with Mark: 24 July 2025 Eduard Lika "I want to thank the team for the great training and well explained from the start to the finished, thank you very much and I hope to see you all in the future". Felling and Processing Trees up to 380mm with Rob: 21 July 2025 Abbie Burrows "Excellent course, Rob is a fantastic instructor!! All teachings were clear and I felt as though I was in good hands. Shout out to Jo for her help too!" Brush-cutters and Trimmers with Rob: 18 July 2025 Frank Penson "Allen Fewtrell was an excellent instructor for the Ride-on Mower certificated training, which I undertook yesterday. He was very knowledgeable, an effective presenter & facilitator and empathetic with me & my colleagues, who were the small group of delegates. We learnt a great deal and are now much more skilled than before. The course admin was straightforward and efficient. So, a big thank you to Land Skills Training & Assessments all round". Ride on Mowers with Allen: 14 July 2025 Neil Philips "Allen was excellent at teaching the essentials of the ride on mower especially the safety features and procedures". Ride on Mowers with Allen: 14 July 2025 Marie Holland "Rob gave very clear instructions and went over everything twice to make sure we were all competent. Excellent teacher." Woodchippers with Rob: 27 June 2025 James Druce "Rob, brilliant as always!" Woodchippers with Rob: 20 June 2025 Richard Hackett Good instruction - thorough instructor and very good course, thanks." Woodchippers with Rob: 20 June 2025 Vaughn Mckenna "Brilliant training centre everybody there is friendly, fantastic trainer, extremely helpful, and even picked me up from station due to a unforeseen circumstance. More than happy." Handheld Hedge Trimmer with Mark: 10 June 2025 (Google Review) Bradley Gillies "Clear and easy to understand." Ride on Mowers with Allen: 29 May 2025 Emily Blaikie "Very enjoyable, would definitely recommend". Woodchippers with Rob: 25 April 2025 Nicholas Ward "Allen was engaging and friendly, making everything easy to understand. Great course knowledge and overall excellent training". Ride on Mowers with Allen: 23 April 2025 Thomas Deframe "Rob is a great instructor and very knowledgeable and helpful. He made the course easy and fun". Brushcutters & Trimmers with Rob: 16 & 17 April 2025 Luke Boxall "Fantastic course instructor, Rob conveyed the course clearly and it was easy to understand". Brushcutters & Trimmers with Rob: 26 & 27 March 2025 Christian Hodges "Fantastic course and really interesting - will look forward to the Professional Tree Inspection". 2 Day Tree Inspection with Guy: 19 & 20 March 2025 Bradley Gillies "Excellent course and assessor. It was easy to follow and absorb the knowledge, great format to take the theory to the practical aspect of the machine". Brushcutters & Trimmers with Rob: 06 & 07 March 2025 Lewis Carroll "Good teacher explained everything in good detail, it was easy to understand". Brushcutters & Trimmers with Rob: 06 & 07 March 2025 Dan Hussey "Great instructor very knowledgeable and concise". Safe Use of a MEWP with Joe: 10 March 2025 Graham Brown "Attended the Basic Tree Survey & Inspection course today, an enjoyable day that achieved what it said it would do - e.g. provide basic knowledge to be able to identify a hazardous tree, determine the level of risk and then decide on an appropriate course of action. Thanks to Mark for a useful day that will help me as a small woodland owner". Basic Tree Inspection with Mark: 07 March 2025 Tim Smith "I feel that I have learnt a lot on this course, considering it was a long time ago when I passed my test". Felling and Processing Trees up to 380mm C&G CPD Refresher with Joe: 5 & 6 March 2025 Jack Martin "Rob is a great instructor, great explanations and demonstrations, 10/10". Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross Cutting refresher course with Rob : 03 March 2025 Duncan Glide “Great course, instructor was very knowledgeable. He explained everything clearly and thoroughly.” Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross Cutting course with Rob : 28 November 2024 Karl Irani "Must admit beforehand I was a tad concerned-being over 60 etc - as to whether I could achieve a pass & retain the information/education. The training was precise, enjoyable to learn & well devised. The general ambience of the company was great which helps significantly, especially starting out. Top marks to land skills & all the helpful staff!" Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross Cutting refresher course with Rob : 16 December 2024 (Google Review) Scott Woods “Landskills, a massive thank you for the course this week, its been fantastic! Rob the instructor has been brilliant, even though assessment day was today and nerves were sky high, Mark made everything feel at ease with his professionalism and just all round good energy. Thank you all involved at Landskills, see you again in the future. 5 stars!" Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross Cutting refresher course with Rob : 16 December 2024 Leave us a Review! Either log into your google account and leave us a review via the QR code or click the button below. Alternatively you can email us at office@landskills.co.uk or message us via our socials. Google Review Review Consent Notice All reviews are from individuals who have attended a Land Skills course. Reviews have either been submitted through our feedback form with signed consent or taken from our public Google Reviews. If you ever want to withdraw your review, please email us at office@landskills.co.uk.