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Arborist & tree surgeon course
Climb, prune, dismantle and care for trees safely: try the job step by step, from your first knot to assessing a hazardous tree, before you commit to training.
- 13 five-minute lessons
- 3 levels
- 13-page PDF guide
- English & French
- Certificate of completion
Why an arborist stays essential in the age of AI
- Every tree is different: someone has to climb, feel the wood and judge on the spot.
- Choosing the anchor and the cut puts a life on the line, not a calculation.
- Towns now map their trees with AI, but someone still has to climb them.
Is it for you? Five signs
- You love working outdoors in all weathers.
- You have a head for heights.
- You are meticulous with your kit.
- You enjoy working as part of a team.
- You care about trees and wildlife.
Not sure yet? That's what the €6.90 guide is for. Refund within 14 days if it isn't you.
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What you'll be able to do
- Read a tree and its defects
- Know the risks and the PPE
- Understand rope access
- Carry out sympathetic pruning
- Organise a tree work site
- Choose your training and status
The programme
Level 1 – Beginner
- D1The job and its tasks
- D2Anatomy and defects
- D3Falls, cuts, electricity
- D4Ropes, harness, PPE
Level 2 – Intermediate
- I1Anchoring and moving
- I2Sympathetic pruning and good cuts
- I3Sectional dismantling
- I4Organisation and team
Level 3 – Expert
- E1Tree risk assessment
- E2Cabling and veteran trees
- E3Diseases and biosecurity
- E4Biodiversity and the law
- E5Status, quotes, career
The full guide: 6 chapters
- The fundamentals of the job
- Preparing a job
- Facts & figures
- The toolbox
- Case study: the Canal du Midi
- Arborist glossary
Prices
The whole job in 13 pages, PDF, English or French.
13 five-minute lessons, quizzes and 3 certificates, English or French.
Path + full guide, English and French editions included.
1-hour interactive course with final exam and a certificate in your name.
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Frequently asked questions
What is included in the arborist & tree surgeon course?
A 13-page PDF guide that covers the whole job, and a 3-level path of 13 five-minute lessons (beginner, intermediate, expert), each with a quick quiz, plus a certificate of completion per level.
Will AI replace an arborist?
Every tree is different: someone has to climb, feel the wood and judge on the spot. Choosing the anchor and the cut puts a life on the line, not a calculation. Towns now map their trees with AI, but someone still has to climb them.
Is the course available in English and French?
Yes. You choose English or French at checkout; the Complete Pack includes both languages.
How do I receive the course?
Immediately after payment you receive a download link by email, with your invoice. The files are A4 PDFs you can read on any device or print.
Is the certificate an official qualification?
No. G-Learn certificates confirm you completed the course. They are not a state diploma or a licence to practise.
Can I get a refund?
Yes: if the course is not what you expected, ask within 14 days of purchase for a full refund. Prices start at €6.90.