AHC30824 Certificate III in Arboriculture
(Elevated Work Platform – EWP Arborist)

Arbortrim is Australia’s leading provider of Arboriculture qualifications. We work closely with industry to ensure our programs are relevant and effective and that they are improving the quality of Arboriculture work in Australia.

The Certificate III in Arboriculture is Australia’s trade qualification for tree work and it supports employers and their staff to be compliant with regulations and also to be competitive with other tree services.

Demand for Arbortrim’s Certificate III in Arboriculture continues to climb.

Factors contributing to strong demand for places include:

  • Industry recognition for our commitment to quality in Certificate III & Diploma of Arboriculture
  • Unprecedented government support through incentives & subsidies for arboriculture qualifications
  • Stronger compliance requirements from regulators and customers
  • Increased business competition for maintaining a qualified workforce

Become a qualified
arborist

National skill shortage of arborists

  • Qualified arborists are in high demand throughout Australia and overseas
  • Arborists are continually included in Victorian and national skill shortage reports
  • Employment outlook indicates ongoing job opportunities for qualified arborists

Course overview

Enrol now and gain the skills and knowledge for a rewarding career in tree maintenance and sustainability.

The AHC30824 Certificate III in Arboriculture course provides you with the most up-to-date techniques using highly specialised equipment to support you to develop your skills and gain your nationally recognised trade qualification.

Delivery Mode & Locations

  • Two to three consecutive contact days per month,
    over 19 months
  • Theory – Delivered at Arbortrim in Hallam or Laverton North
  • Practical activities – Conducted at offsite locations

Click here for traineeship funding information

Course content

AHC30824 – Certificate III in Arboriculture
(Elevated Work Platform – EWP Arborist)
Unit Code Unit Title
AHCARB323 Identify trees
FWPCOT2254 Maintain chainsaws
FWPCOT2273 Trim and cut felled trees
FWPHAR2208 Operate a mobile chipper/mulcher
TLILIC0005 License to operate a boom-type
elevating work platform (boom length 11 metres or more)
AHCARB320 Install tree support system
AHCARB315 Inspect trees for access and work
FWPCOT3301 Trim Trees using a pole saw
AHCARB316 Perform pruning operations
FWPCOT2275 Fell trees manually (basic)
FWPFGM3350 Fell trees manually (intermediate)
AHCARB213 Perform ground-based rigging
AHCARB314 Implement a tree maintenance program
AHCARB317 Dismantle trees
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
UETDREL006 Work safely in the vicinity of live electrical apparatus as a non-electrical worker
UETDRMP005 Perform elevated work platform rescue
UETDRMO004 Perform elevated work platform controlled descent escape

For information about fees,
government funding and
the next course intake.

Contact Rob Buick on:
0401 623 301 or email
[email protected]

VIC – Enrolments are now open!
TAS, SA, NSW, ACT, QLD – Now taking expressions of interest.

Phone: 1300 366 015

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Entry Requirements

To be selected for entry into AHC30824 Certificate III in Arboriculture (Elevated Work Platform – EWP Arborist), applicants are required to complete a suitability review, a task participation and medical checklist and a language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) evaluation, prior to enrolment. Applicants must also:

  • Be currently employed within the arboriculture industry

  • Be over 18 years of age, reside in Victoria and hold current government issued photo identification as this qualification includes a Licence to Perform High Risk Work (EWP); and

  • Be able to demonstrate completion of HLTAID009 – Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation (or) confirm enrolment into HLTAID009 – Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation (which is required as a pre-requisite unit for one of the selected units of competency)
  • Have access to a laptop computer

Funding & Subsidies

Arbortrim Australia is contracted by the Department of Education to provide access to funded training places for eligible applicants under the Skills First Program for training delivered in Victoria.

Contact us to discuss your individual eligibility for funding and subsidies.

*This training may be delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding through the Skills First Program for eligible individuals. Commencing this course may impact your future entitlement to receive government subsidised training. || Individuals with disabilities and/or special needs are encouraged to apply. || Fees apply.

Take it to the Top with Arboriculture Traineeships

There are many benefits of undertaking a Certificate III in Arboriculture traineeship, for both the trainee and for the employer.

Training up the next generation of skilled Arboriculture workers benefits your business and industry, reducing skills shortages and ensuring you have qualified and productive staff.

Significant financial support is available through Australian Government Australian Apprenticeships Incentives System.

A Summary of the Australian Government Australian Apprenticeships Incentives System can be found at the following link: https://www.dewr.gov.au/australian-apprenticeships/resources/australian-apprenticeships-incentive-system-summary

For more information on employer incentives in the new Australian Apprenticeships Incentive System (Incentives System), refer to the Incentives System Reform – Factsheet https://www.dewr.gov.au/australian-apprenticeships/resources/australian-apprenticeships-incentive-system-factsheet, Incentives System Reform FAQs https://www.dewr.gov.au/australian-apprenticeships/resources/australian-apprenticeships-incentive-system-frequently-asked-questions or contact your local Australian Apprenticeship Support Network provider.

ˆ Eligibility criteria applies for all incentives and will be confirmed by your Australian Apprenticeships Centre prior to enrolment.