City & Guilds
Level 2
QN: 500/8718/6
Curriculum Active
City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Forestry and Arboriculture
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by City & Guilds. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 840 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
City & Guilds
Syllabus Units
17 Units
Guided Hours
840 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Carry Out Ground-based Arboricultural Operations
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to carry out maintenance on a range of powered equipment and hand tools
- Be able to set out the job site
2
Disposal of Wood Arisings and Residues from Work on Trees
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to dispose of wood residues and stumps
- Be able to dispose of arisings and residues from work on trees
3
Environmental and Land-based Business
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know an industry within the environmental and land-based sector
- Know the relevant legislation and codes of practice within the environmental and land-based sector
- Know common business operations
- Know how to carry out simple administrative tasks
4
Establish Trees and Shrubs
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to prepare for planting trees and shrubs
- Know the requirements for planting and establishment of trees and shrubs
- Be able to plant trees and shrubs
5
Felling and Extraction of Timber from Woodland
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to fell trees in a woodland situation
- Understand the requirements for felling and extraction of timber
6
Identify and Select Trees and Shrubs
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to identify trees and shrubs
- Understand the selection of trees and shrubs to meet specific requirements
- Be able to select appropriate trees and shrubs to meet specific requirements
7
Introduction to Land-based Machinery Operations
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand safe working principles when using equipment and machinery
- Be able to prepare land-based equipment and machinery for use
- Be able to operate land-based equipment and machinery
- Be able to maintain land-based equipment and machinery
8
Introduction to Land-based Workshop Practice
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to safely use commonly found hand and power tools for the maintenance and repair of land-based machinery and installations.
- Be able to safely use basic welding and cutting equipment.
- Be able to safely use basic maintenance and/or repair techniques on land-based machinery and installations.
- Understand land-based workshop health and safety requirements.
9
Introduction to the Principles of Land-based Machinery
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the working principles of combustion engines
- Know the maintenance requirements of machines
- Be able to maintain engines on land-based machines
10
Participate in Providing Estate Maintenance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to select, transport and use a range of hand tools and equipment for estate maintenance
- Be able to maintain estate boundaries
- Be able to maintain surfaces or habitats
- Know how to work safely and minimise environmental damage
11
Understand and Carry Out Basic Visual Tree Inspections
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand basic tree health
- Be able to collect and interpret data to assist in the diagnosis of problems
- Understand the diagnosis of tree problems
12
Understand and Carry Out Silviculture and Habitat Management
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Describe silvicultural systems in UK forestry
- Understand the possible objectives of managing woodland
- Be able to carry out management of woodlands
13
Understand the Basic Principles of Plant Science
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the physical structure of plants.
- Understand the development and physiology of plants.
14
Understand the Basic Principles of Soil Science
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to assess the physical and chemical characteristics of soils.
- Understand the physical properties of soils.
- Understand the chemical properties of soils and fertilisers.
15
Undertake Tree Climbing and Pruning Operations
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able access trees safely
- Be able to carry out pruning operations
- Be able to comply with legislation and best practice relevant to tree pruning operations.
16
Undertake Tree Felling Operations
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to carry out routine operator maintenance on a chainsaw.
- Be able to comply with legislation and codes of practice relevant to tree felling operations.
- Be able to fell small trees using a chainsaw and Felling aids.
17
Undertake Work Related Experience in the Land-based Industries
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the range and scope of job roles within an environmental and land-based industry
- Be able to use relevant documents and skills relating to work experience
- Be able to plan and review self development during work experience
- Be able to report on the work experience
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 500/8718/6
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- City & Guilds
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Sept 2010
- Operational End
- Dec 2026