AHC30824 – Certificate III in Arboriculture

AHC30824 – Certificate III in Arboriculture

Description

Complete your Certificate III in Arboriculture (AHC30824) with RelyOn Australia to become a qualified Arborist.

Arborists assess, maintain and care for trees. They examine trees to determine their condition and plan and carry out treatment. This might involve lopping limbs, shaping branches, removing diseased or dead trees and using fertilisers.

They propagate and plant trees using their knowledge of tree species and the local environment, to identify what trees will thrive in the surroundings.

The Certificate III in Arboriculture covers both ground-based arboriculture and that carried out at heights. It includes workplace health and safety protocols, equipment use and maintenance across three specialist elective streams.

What will I study in the Certificate III in Arboriculture?

To meet the requirements for the Certificate III in Arboriculture (AHC30824) you need to satisfactorily complete 18 units.

You must demonstrate your competency in 9 core units plus 9 specialisation units within at least one of the five specialisation streams:

  • Climbing Arborist
  • Crane Specialist
  • Elevated work platform (EWP) Arborist
  • Environmental arborist
  • Works Coordinator.

What can I expect in the Certificate III in Arboriculture?

RelyOn Australia’s Certificate III in Arboriculture course is held in our fully equipped training rooms and in outdoor environments to give you a balance between the theory and the practice needed to be an arborist. Some training and assessments can be completed on the job.

The course contains a combination of written and practical assessments conducted within realistic, workplace settings and held over the duration of the course.

All RelyOn Australia trainers have industry experience as well relevant qualifications.

Career Options

Complete your Certificate III in Arboriculture to become a qualified Arborist.

Possible job outcomes include work as:

  • Climbing Arborists
  • EWP Arborists
  • Ground-based Arborists

Arborists are in high demand by councils, developers and home owners.

As communities spread further into previously rural areas, living safely amongst trees and maintaining the balance between development and natural habitats requires skilled arborists.

Upcoming Dates

  • 3rd August 2026 – Loganholme, Qld
  • 10th August 2026 – Sunshine Coast, Qld

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for the Certificate III in Arboriculture (AHC30824). It is available through direct entry.

Once you’ve completed your Certificate III you can go on to study the Diploma of Arboriculture (AHC50520).

The Certificate III is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship.

To successfully complete this course participants will need intermediate literacy and numeracy skills.

Call RelyOn Australia on 1300 15 66 85 to discuss your training options.

Duration

The Certificate III in Arboriculture (AHC30824) is usually completed within 24-36 months depending on experience and your chosen specialisations.

Cost

$9900
Contact RelyOn Australia on 1300 15 66 85 for more information

Equipment & PPE

Safety is a priority at RelyOn Australia so we ask all students to provide the following personal protective equipment:

  • Long sleeve hi-vis shirt and pants
  • Steel capped boots
  • Helmet
  • Gloves
  • Safety glasses

Accreditation Status

Nationally recognised training.
Upon successful completion, learners will receive a qualification.

Further information about your rights and obligations:

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