Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Arborist Technician

Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Degree:Not Applicable; Apprenticeship
Field of Study:Applied Horticulture/Horticulture Operations, General
Forestry, General
Plant Nursery Operations and Management
Length:8 Week(s)
Scholarships:28

Description:

Arborists manage and care for the trees in our urban environment. The arborist technician is the first of three sequential trades credentials in arboriculture. The arborist technician job focuses on work conducted from the ground and in support of the climbing arborist (second credential).

Arborist Technician Apprenticeship combines on-the-job training and classroom learning. An apprenticeship is established when an apprentice obtains a SkilledTradesBC Identification Number and registers their apprenticeship and sponsoring employer with SkilledTradesBC. After apprentices have registered with SkilledTradesBC, they can apply to register at KPU for in class training. Apprentices may apply to SkilledTradesBC to recognize prior work based training hours. Refer to skilledtradesbc.ca for information. 

Upon successful completion of an apprentice level, KPU will report your technical training completion information to SkilledTradesBC in order for SkilledTradesBC to determine credit towards your designated apprenticeship.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.

    The following requirements apply:

    • Completed KPU Apprentice Registration.
    • Active apprentice registration in the BC Apprenticeship system.
    • Valid Trade Worker Identification number from SkilledTradesBC. If you do not have SkilledTradesBC ID, you will need to complete an apprenticeship registration form through SkilledTradesBC (www.skilledtradesbc.ca) prior to enrolling. To determine your eligibility please consult with SkilledTradesBC.

    Note: International student enrollment requires approval of the Dean.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

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