COURSE TYPE:
Qualification
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Course Overview
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Learning Outcomes
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Fees Information
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Pathways & Careers
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Next Steps
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Course Overview
Overview
This course is ideal for those already well-versed in arboriculture - whether you have completed lower-level qualifications already or have significant practical work experience in the field.
Successful completion of this qualification will provide individuals with a broad range of specialised knowledge and skills in varied contexts to undertake manager and technical consulting roles in the arboriculture industry and as a pathway for further learning required for specialist technical consulting roles in the industry. Students will gain in-depth knowledge on tree identification, diagnosing tree disorders & defects and how to use this knowledge to prepare arborist reports for clients.
Where and When
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Wodonga - McKoy Street Main Campus
Apply Now »Apply by Jul 31 2025 to join the Semester 1 course
Start Mar, days to be advised, on campus
Duration
Part-time: 2 Years
Requirements
Students that need to do their pre-requisite units are requested to contact us on 1300 698 233.
- Pre-requisite units:
AHCARB314 implement a tree maintenance program
AHCARB323 Identify trees
AHCARB316 Preform pruning operations
Can be completed as skillset - AHCSS00104 Introduction to arboriculture skillset
- Participants must have sufficient knowledge of the English language to perform work safely.
- Students must have a working knowledge of a Microsoft Word as well as basic knowledge in the use of Microsoft Excel. Other more extensive programs will be introduced through the course - such as CAD programs and QGIS.
Field Placement
Day trips within the North-East region may occur.
Assessment
The assessments will enable students to demonstrate the underpinning knowledge, skills and attributes required to meet the course outcomes. A range of assessment strategies to meet different student's needs will be selected, including tests and projects of both a theoretical and practical nature.
Learning Outcomes
Certification
By successfully completing this course you will receive an AQF Qualification - Level 5.
Compulsory Units
AHCARB408 - Perform a ground-based tree defect evaluation
AHCARB508 - Identify, select and specify trees
AHCARB509 - Develop an arboricultural impact assessment report
AHCARB510 - Specify and audit tree work
AHCARB511 - Prepare arborist reports
AHCARB513 - Examine and assess trees
AHCARB514 - Diagnose tree diseases
AHCBUS515 - Prepare estimates, quotes and tenders
AHCWRK517 - Interpret legislation
AHCWRK518 - Provide specialist advice to clients
Fees Information
Fees
2025 | Tuition | Materials | Total |
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Government Funded | $5,800 | - | $5,800 |
Full Tuition | $8,120 | - | $8,120 |
Fees Additional Information
The student tuition fees published are indicative only and can be subject to change given individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. Funding made available to eligible individuals by State and Commonwealth Governments. If funding is utilised, this may affect future opportunities to access additional funding in the future. For more information see 'Fee information and eligibility' under the 'How to Apply' tab on the Wodonga TAFE website.
VET Student Loans may be available to eligible individuals. For more information, visit https://www.education.gov.au/vet-student-loans or see the 'VET Student Loans' page on our website under the 'Apply Now' tab.
Pathways & Careers
Careers
Consulting arborist
Lead arborist
Planning arborist
Urban forest manager
Next Steps
How To Apply
Applying for a course at Wodonga TAFE is a simple 4-5 step process. You can learn more here: Understanding the application process
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Wodonga - McKoy Street Main Campus
Apply Now »Apply by Jul 31 2025 to join the Semester 1 course
Start Mar, days to be advised, on campus
Course Snapshot
FEES
DELIVERY METHOD
Blended Delivery
DURATION
Part-time: 2 Years
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