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National code: AHC30820

Certificate III in Arboriculture (Climbing Arborist) at Richmond

Class details

Schedule Pace and number of hours.

Part Time

Delivery Method of course delivery.

On campus

Duration

Course duration Total time required to complete a course.

1 year 6 months

Start date First day of attendance online or on campus.

Next intake

End date Final day of attendance online or on campus.

Time Commitment

Class time Dedicated hours required each week in either online or on campus classes.

8 hours

Additional study time The minimum recommended hours you will need to commit to your studies outside of class hours. This may include private study, work placements and research.

4 hours

Fee details

Full fee This is the non-subsidised fee for the course. Payment plans may be available.

$20,570

This course may be fee free, or available at a reduced cost.

Proposed timetable What time classes run

This course is currently scheduled on Monday with day classes. This timetable may change and will be confirmed by your teacher.

Additional information Other things to know

Assessments

Assessments give you the opportunity to demonstrate what you have learnt and to identify the knowledge or skills that may need further development.

  • Knowledge assessments: assignments

  • Practical skills assessments: demonstrations under observation

Work placement

Work placement provides you with opportunities to respond to situations and circumstances that cannot be replicated in a learning or simulated environment. Work placement strengthens your training and supports continued learning and assessment in the workplace.

  • There is no work placement for this qualification.

Materials needed

To complete this course, the following materials are required:

  • ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

  • There will be an additional charge to your enrolment fee of $200 per student. This additional charge covers the supply of course notes which are external TAFE NSW, and are required for you to complete your course.

  • You will need to provide for yourself the following resources which you will keep when you complete your study:

    • Personal Protective Equipment to Industrial Standards
    • Hard hat
    • Ear protection
    • Hi Vis shirt
    • Chainsaws pants
    • Eye protection

Additional entry requirements

To make sure this delivery option is the right fit for you, we will need you to demonstrate that you can meet the additional requirements below.

  • To take this course as an apprenticeship you need to be employed as an apprentice in the industry as evidenced by a letter of support from your employer and

  • Submit your Training Plan Proposal (TPP) with your application

Units Units taught in this course

Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate III in Arboriculture (Climbing Arborist) qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 18 Units of competency, including 9 core and 9 speciality units.

Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.

  • Dismantle trees AHCARB317

  • Undertake aerial rescue AHCARB318

  • Use arborist climbing techniques AHCARB319

  • Perform ground-based rigging AHCARB213

Info sessions Want to know more?

Check if you can make one of the information sessions below

Info session

Horticulture

Wed, 19 Jun 2024, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Richmond -Cnr Blacktown Campus Roads, Richmond, 2753, NSW

Building D, Level 1, Room 1.01

Courses covered in session

7
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Course delivery Studying on Campus

Study in purpose built facilities that supports and accelerates your learning - from art studios and mechanical workshops to laboratories and bakeries. Structure your weekly schedule, immerse yourself in your craft, build friendships and networks, and enjoy an impactful learning experience.

Richmond

TAFE NSW Richmond is located northwest of Sydney in the Hawkesbury Valley, a five minute drive from the towns of Richmond and Windsor and a 20 minute walk from East Richmond train station. With a focus on sustainability and renewable horticultural and livestock management practices, TAFE NSW Richmond focuses on how industry, community and learning expertise can help you to change lives and the future of industry practices.

Campus address

Cnr Blacktown & Campus Roads Richmond 2753

Parking on campus grounds is available.

Refer to your local bus timetables, visit transportnsw.info

East Richmond Station is 2100 metres from campus.

Facilities

TAFE NSW campuses work closely with the community and industry to ensure you have access to the industry standard technologies, equipment and facilities.

  • Blacksmithing and farriery facility

  • Cat foster care facility

  • Climate controlled animal care facility and aviaries

  • Eco skills training centre

  • Fully equipped, simulated veterinary nursing labs

  • Horse-racing track, ¼ sized

  • Horticultural centre of excellence, featuring:

  • Croquet lawn

  • Glasshouses

  • Landscaped gardens

  • Nursery

  • Orchard

  • Indoor dressage arena

  • Livestock handling facilities

  • Science laboratories

  • Stables capable of housing eight horses

Student support

We're here for you. Get help and assistance with nearly every aspect of your study life - from study support and student resources, to counselling, guidance, and help finding jobs or accommodation.

  • Mon 8.30 AM - 5 PM
  • Tue 8.30 AM - 5 PM
  • Wed 8.30 AM - 5 PM
  • Thu 8.30 AM - 5 PM
  • Fri 8.30 AM - 5 PM
  • Sat Closed
  • Sun Closed