Certificate
Grow your passion for conserving nature into an outdoor career with Melbourne Polytechnic's Certificate III in Arboriculture. Arboriculture is the study of tree cultivation and management, with outdoor work and tree climbing part of the day-to-day job. Arborists are in very high demand, with only 15% of advertised job opportunities filled in the past several years. With increased focus on parks and green spaces in our urban area, arboriculture is a career that is set to grow over the next five years.
Learn industry best practice with official accreditationThe Certificate III in Arboriculture is designed to train you in the latest techniques, using highly-specialised equipment. You'll learn how to safely access trees, and carry out maintenance and removal works, whilst identifying trees and assessing their health, suitability and longevity. This qualification has been developed with industry body, the Victorian Tree Industry Organisation, to ensure that all graduates enter the workforce with industry-standard skills. Melbourne Polytechnic has a strong reputation for excellence in Arboriculture, with previous students winning awards, including the Victorian Training Award for Trainee of the Year in 2018.
Work with the environment in an in-demand industryThis nationally recognised qualification will allow you to gain employment as an arborist anywhere in the country. Australia is experiencing a skill shortage, and arborists are in high demand. You might find employment with local government, tree maintenance contractors, botanical gardens, large parks or even private homes. Your specialised knowledge might also lead to indoor work, including consultancy roles in urban planning or timber analysis.
This nationally recognised qualification will allow you to gain employment as an arborist anywhere in the country.
You can seek Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) where your work experience or qualifications of an advanced and related nature have been undertaken. RPL is individually assessed based on evidence submitted by the student to the teaching department. Applications for RPL will be assessed by relevant Melbourne Polytechnic trainers, academics and where appropriate, industry experts.