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Plumpton College

Forestry & Arboriculture (City & Guilds Level 2 Technical Certificate)

Plumpton College

Ditchling Road, Plumpton, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 3AE

National Award (BTEC)
Level 2
Agriculture, Horticulture and Animal Care

Available start dates

Available start dates

Tuesday, 01 September 2026
Plumpton College
1 Year(s)
Full time
Daytime/working hours

Course Summary

Looking to take your next steps into the health and sustainability of our forests and urban green spaces? This course is a brilliant introduction to the forestry and arboriculture industry.
You will cover essential concepts, terminology and practices, laying the foundations for further progression vital to contributing to responsible and sustainable management of natural resources.

Course Details

Modules include:
  • Environment and conservation
  • Soil science
  • Introduction to plant science
  • Tree classification and identification
  • Tree establishment
  • Tree and woodland management
  • Pest and diseases
  • Tool and equipment

How will it be delivered and assessed?

You will be assessed through theory-based written exams, and practical and report writing exams.

Entry requirements

4 GCSE's at Grades 9-3 inc. English & maths (Science at grade 3 is recommended)

Mature students without the above requirements will be considered

Your next steps...

Successful completion of this Level 2 will lead you to progress on to our related Level 3 Forestry and Arboriculture, Horticulture and, Environmental Studies and Conservation programmes.

Additional information

https://www.plumpton.ac.uk/courses/level-2-forestry-and-arboriculture-level-2-technical-certificate-19/

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