Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Forestry and Arboriculture (Arboriculture Pathway) 2026-27

Arboriculture is the study of tree management. An arborist usually works with individual trees in the environment to make sure they are healthy, safe and well managed. They may be self employed tree surgeons or work for large companies like Amey who employ teams of arborists to maintain trees on construction sites, around the road and rail network and around electricity pylons.

The arboriculture industry is experiencing rapid growth, driven by increased awareness of the importance of proper tree
management and rising public interest in environmental matters. Increased understanding of tree biology and developments in equipment and techniques of tree management has led to significant changes in traditional tree work practices.