Arboriculture

Browse careers that are in demand now and meet Australia’s future workforce needs.

Arborist Trainee

An Arborist Trainee assists with tree cutting and pruning, working under supervision, prioritising safety, teamwork, and communication outdoors.

Avg yearly income $52,000
Skill level Beginner

Climbing Arborist

A Climbing Arborist trims and removes trees and branches, prioritising safety, teamwork, and outdoor work in various conditions.

Avg yearly income $83,200
Skill level Beginner

Arborist

An Arborist trims and removes tree branches, assesses tree health, and communicates with clients, prioritising safety and teamwork outdoors.

Avg yearly income $72,800
Skill level Beginner
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia

Courses in arboriculture

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
AHC30921

Certificate III in Landscape Construction
Online
24 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Landscaper Garden Designer Landscape Labourer
Landscape Manager Arborist Trainee Climbing Arborist Arborist Greenkeeper Irrigation Assistant
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Landscaper Garden Designer Landscape Labourer Landscape Manager Arborist Trainee Climbing Arborist Arborist Greenkeeper Irrigation Assistant + 6 more
AHC30722

Certificate III in Horticulture
On Campus
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Nursery Hand Garden Labourer Landscape Labourer
Nurseryperson Park Manager Kennel Hand Animal Shelter Attendant Head Gardener Wildlife Carer Waste Management Officer Footpath Sweeper Vineyard Manager Winemaker Conservation Manager Landscape Manager Arborist Trainee Climbing Arborist Arborist Greenkeeper Groundsperson Irrigation Assistant Irrigation Field Officer Water Networks Operator Agricultural Technician Geographer Wildlife Management Officer Wildlife Conservator Conservation Researcher Council Maintenance Worker Forestry Manager Plant Scientist Plant Biologist
+ 29 more
AHC20520

Certificate II in Arboriculture
On Campus
12 - 15 months
$0 - $8,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Arborist Trainee
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Arborist Trainee
AHC50524

Diploma of Arboriculture
Blended, On Campus, Online
24 months
$0 - $16,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Arborist Forestry Worker
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Arborist Forestry Worker
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