Training

An Introduction to Social Media for Arborists

In this one-day course you will go back-to-basics to understand the importance of social media for your Arb business. 

The day will start with a discussion of what’s happening the world of social media in 2020.

We will spend time looking at each of the four main platforms – Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn – to understand how to set up profiles, and use them to effectively promote our businesses.

You will hear ideas on what type of content to post, and how often.

The session will be led by a chartered marketer, independent consultant and Facebook accredited trainer, Luan Wise.

There will be presentations, practical exercises and Q&A.

Please bring your smartphone, tablet and/or laptop.

Luan is a chartered marketer, with almost 20 years’ experience in agency-side, client-side and consulting roles. She has worked with organisations large and small to help them work more effectively, maximise new business opportunities, and to grow sustainably. She is author of the award-winning book, Relax! It’s Only Social Media, and creator of the Social Media Planner – recognised by The Independent as one of the 9 best books for entrepreneurs. Luan is a course instructor for LinkedIn’s online learning platform and an accredited social media trainer for the Facebook/Enterprise Nation #SheMeansBusiness campaign. She works with business owners, managers and marketing teams to audit, train and provide support on how to make their marketing more effective.

Arb Business Masterclass with Paul Elcoat

This course is for the owners, directors and managers of small to medium-sized arb contracting and consulting businesses. A one-day course with the aim of decluttering your mind and getting you to think about the present and the future in a different way. It will be a very full day of presentations, discussions and questions. Delegates and instructors will work as a group where everyone can ask questions and get the information they need in a friendly, approachable and light-hearted environment, so expect a workshop style to the day.

This course aims to take the delegates businesses to the next level by introducing the skill and knowledge areas that owners and directors need to develop to quickly leap ahead of the competition. The result of attending this course will be an immediate increase in sales, an understanding that everyone has the same problems as you, reassurance that there is help available and so hopefully a dramatic reduction in stress.

ArbAC Preparation Workshop

This regional event is open to all Contractors with an interest in the ARB Approved Contractor Scheme (attendees can qualify for a 25% discount on the initial assessment fee.)

Arboricultural Knowledge

A one-day 'signposting' course to help arborists improve their understanding of arboriculture's wide range of knowledge topics: tree ident, physiology, pruning, decay, biomechanics and much more.

Aspiring Registered Consultants Day

Considering Becoming a Registered Consultant?

The Arboricultural Association is pleased to announce the launch of a new Aspiring Consultants Day.

With many professionals taking the step into consultancy, being able to demonstrate your standard of knowledge and experience, and your ability to practise as an arboricultural consultant in the most complex situations sets you apart from the field.

Basic Tree Survey and Inspection

A one-day Lantra Awards accredited course for those who want to obtain the skills and know-how that will enable them to recognise basic hazards and report onwards.

If you are looking to take your first step in Arboricultural training, this is the ideal course for you.

BS3998: 2010 Tree Work - Recommendations

This is an opportunity to better understand ‘your’ industry standard, will help you stay ahead of the competition and improve your tree work management advice and recommendations.

BS5837: Tree Surveying and Categorisation

The course is aimed at any person, in any industry, involved in undertaking or reviewing BS5837 reports.

Climate Change – Building Resilience in the Arboricultural Sector

The workshop is designed to be suitable for any arboricultural professional, including Local Authority Tree officers, Arboricultural Consultants and Contractors and Landscape Architects.

It may also be useful to professionals of other disciplines such as loss adjusters and engineers to gain a modern understanding of the likely impact of climate change, focussed on the urban tree environment.

Getting To Grips With Subsidence

A specialised one-day course for Tree officers, Arboricultural Consultants, Contractors and other arboricultural professional who may be required to manage subsidence cases, as well as give well-informed advice. 

Intermediate Tree Inspection

This 2-day course bridges the wide gap between the Basic Tree Survey & Inspection (BTSI) and the Professional Tree Inspection (PTI) courses.

With instructor-led sessions and theory-based presentations, you’ll be guided through the various stages of tree inspection, risk assessment and other tree management procedures. You’ll gain practical experience, receive one-to-one feedback and discover the latest techniques and innovations in the industry.

You’ll also meet other tree inspectors in similar situations and roles  and get the chance to ask questions in a supportive and relaxed environment.  

PLEASE BE AWARE THIS IS A NON-RESIDENTIAL COURSE Hotels are available nearby. 

Introduction to Soils

This course is designed to give a solid introduction to soils, especially urban soils, so that all those working with trees in urban settings can be more confident about using and specifying soils for a range of purposes.

It will demystify soils for arboricultural professionals and give delegates some simple yardsticks for decision making involving soils and their management.

ISA Certified Arborist Training Programme

The International Society of Arboriculture’s Certified Arborist certification programme has been available in the UK since 1998. It was designed primarily as a ‘self-study’ programme (based around a study guide) for those involved in the industry (minimum three years’ experience) who wished to formalise their knowledge and skills. It is very much aimed at practicing arborists.

The programme consists of six full day sessions. These are spaced out over a 12 weeks period with the exam at the end (one session every 2 weeks, click View Details below for dates) and will cover the theoretical knowledge of the sixteen subject areas. Each subject is covered in the published study guide, a copy of which will be provided to each person, as part of the course.

Professional Tree Inspection

This three day (non residential) course is designed for experienced arboriculturists who are entrusted to make the right decision regarding tree safety issues. 

The well respected course is Lantra Awards accredited and those who are successful in the exam will be awarded with a certificate of achievement. 

Professional Tree Inspection Refresher

Are you looking to sharpen your skills in professional tree inspection?

This one day refresher course is perfect for those who have previously attended the Lantra Awards 3-day course and need to keep up to date with the ever changing thoughts and policies surrounding tree survey and inspection. 

Professional Tree Inspection Resit

A retake of the Professional Tree Inspection exam.

Only available to previous Professional Tree Inspection course candidates.

Risk Assessment for Commercial Arboriculture

This one day course will deliver a comprehensive guide for practical arborists and managers to ensure a safe environment that will meet the requirements of the law and many insurers.

Manual and CD included.

Social Media Update

There are over 45 million active social media users in the UK (67% of the total population), so it’s highly likely that your existing and potential customers can be found there.

The Association recognises the transformative effect increased social media activity can have on your business so we have teamed up with Luan to help you make your business the best is can be. In 2020 chartered marketer and independent consultant Luan Wise will be hosting a webinar in each quarter, sharing with us the latest trends and updates for LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. 

Join us to find out what’s happening, hear top tips and ask questions about your business' use of social media.

Subsidence Investigation Workshop

This workshop is an extension of the  'Getting to Grips with Subsidence' course. 

If you are a Tree officer, Arboricultural Consultant, Contractor or an arboricultural professional this workshop is designed with you in mind.

Team Leader Skills

Soft skill development has been identified as an essential key to improve the daily working environment through improved understanding of self and others, use of effective communication and appropriate challenge and strong leadership. The wider impact will be to reduce accidents, near misses and fatalities, make the industry more attractive to a wider audience and generally elevate the industry so that it is reflective of the modern world.
This course is a one-day pragmatic and engaging programme for people working in the industry providing skills to help them in their daily management of others through increased awareness, emotional intelligence and great communication.

Tree Pests, Diseases and Disorders

This hands on course is ideal for tree work contractors and others who need to identify and diagnose tree pests, diseases and disorders as part of their regular work.

Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ)

TRAQ is an ISA (International Society of Arboriculture) qualification program that trains arborists how to use the methodologies outlined in the ISA Best Management Practices for Tree Risk Assessment. This qualification promotes the safety of people and property by providing a standardized and systematic process for assessing tree risk. The results of a tree risk assessment can provide tree owners and risk managers with the information to make informed decisions to enhance tree benefits, health, and longevity. TRAQ is one of many tree risk assessment programs available in the arboricultural market place.

Valuing and Managing Veteran Trees

With some trees ageing into the thousands its important to understand the unique way in which to value and manage these impressive trees. 

This course is open to anyone, in any profession, who has a keen interest in Ancient and Veteran trees.  

VETcert Examination - Consulting level

Want to become VETcert? Book yourself onto a Consulting level exam today!