Program start date | Application deadline |
2025-06-13 | - |
Program Overview
Woodchipper (NPTC)
Overview
Learn to prepare, use and maintain a woodchipper safely in this one day City & Guilds NPTC integrated training and assessment programme.
Full Description
This Level 2 Certificate of Competence is for individuals who operate a manually fed woodchipper as part of their work in arboriculture, forestry or other industries. The one day programme is an intensive practical course that covers preparation, maintenance and safe use of a woodchipper.
Your Tutor
Steve Woodley is a forester, arborist and green woodworker from Essex with 28 years industry experience specialising in urban and woodland tree management. Steve has been teaching ground and aerial units for us since 2004. His professional qualifications include BSc (Hons) Rural Resource Development, Arb Association Tech Cert, NPTC assessor since 2004. Steve is also passionate about hand crafted timber and keeping the skill of axing alive.
Who Should Attend?
This course is for individuals who operate a manually fed woodchipper as part of their work in arboriculture, forestry or other industries.
Dates
- Friday 13 June 2025
Where You'll Study
Your Faculty
At Writtle College, our courses blending classroom learning with hands-on experience in specialised fields such as sport, agriculture, horticulture, animal studies, equine studies, conservation and floristry.
Our Level 2 and Level 3 programmes are designed to prepare you for your future career or higher education pathways.
Study on our beautiful countryside campus, with dedicated resource centres and state-of-the-art facilities – and be a part of our supportive community.
Where Can I Study?
- Writtle campus
Our picturesque 150-hectare campus is situated in the heart of the Essex countryside.
Fees & Funding
Course Fees
- Standard fee: £275
- Bookings of up to four people: £900
Entry Requirements
You need a good level of physical fitness and an ability to study written technical information.
We are governed by Health and Safety Executive (HSE) regulations therefore you will not be allowed to start the course without wearing steel toe capped boots or shoes and suitable protective clothing which provides full cover for arms and legs. We strongly recommend you also wear a high-visibility vest.
You may prefer, for your own comfort and safety, to bring your own PPE; hat, gloves and ear defenders.
By making a booking you are declaring yourself medically fit to participate in this course.
Program Outline
Other:
- The course is a one day City & Guilds NPTC integrated training and assessment programme.
- The course covers preparation, maintenance and safe use of a woodchipper.
- The instructor/student ratio is 1:4.
- The course is for individuals who operate a manually fed woodchipper as part of their work in arboriculture, forestry or other industries.
- The course fee is £275 for individuals and £900 for bookings of up to four people.
Overview:
Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) is a global university with students from 185 countries. It is known for its innovative and entrepreneurial approach to education and research. ARU has been recognized as the Times Higher Education University of the Year 2023 and has received a Gold award for the quality of its education in the Teaching Excellence Framework.
Services Offered:
Student Life and Campus Experience:
The context mentions that ARU is committed to creating a vibrant and welcoming environment for students, staff, and communities. It also highlights the university's focus on providing outstanding facilities and opportunities for student growth.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Ambition:
ARU is academically ambitious for its students and strives to provide high-quality education.Excellence:
ARU is ranked in the top 15% of universities in the UK for graduate employment and has been recognized for its excellence in education, social work, and sports science.Collaboration:
ARU fosters collaboration between students, businesses, and partners, and its courses are recognized by industry and professionally accredited.Impact:
ARU conducts impactful research that addresses pressing issues and makes a difference in the community.Enterprise:
ARU encourages entrepreneurship and provides mentorship, support, and start-up funding through the Anglia Ruskin Enterprise Academy.Enthusiasm:
ARU's can-do attitude and infectious enthusiasm set it apart from other universities.Academic Programs:
The context mentions that ARU offers a wide range of courses, including undergraduate, postgraduate, postgraduate research, college courses, apprenticeships, short courses, and distance learning programs. It also highlights the university's commitment to providing career-ready graduates.
Other:
The context mentions that ARU has campuses in Cambridge, Chelmsford, Peterborough, and Writtle. It also highlights the university's commitment to sustainability, equality, diversity, and inclusion.
We strongly recommend you also wear a high-visibility vest. By making a booking you are declaring yourself medically fit to participate in this course.