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Sustainable Woodland Management AIM Level 3

Sustainable Woodland Management AIM Level 3

 

Learn the essential and broad foundations of how to produce woodlands that are environmentally, socially and economically sustainable. Gain hands-on experience and discuss solutions to management practices with professionals and peers.  

This is a three day course, delivered by experienced and active professionals. Ideal for anyone interested in, or already working in, woodlands or forestry. Existing knowledge of nature and / or woodlands is advisable.

If this cost is prohibitive, please contact: [email protected] / 01952 432769

It is possible to pay for this course in installments, please contact us to find out more

 

Price: £450 per person, plus VAT

This varied 3 day course will cover the foundations of how to manage woodlands in environmental, economic and socially sustainable ways. An interactive learning opportunity with discussion and hands-on activity, getting you introduced to a variety of woodlands, skills, and management methods. 

Course content

The principles of woodland sustainability and resilience.

UK woodland types / categories.

The physical structure of woodlands.

The legal obligations of managing woodland (and some sources for grants) appropriate to Wales.

The impacts of pests and diseases

How to develop clear objectives for woodland management.

Methods of woodland management and the main silvicultural systems.

Methods for the selection, harvesting and extraction of timber (via practical teaching/assessment) .

Timber conversion and potential products of sustainably managed woodlands (via practical teaching/assessment) 

Accreditation:  Level 3 with AIM, subject to submission of a completed course workbook and field assessment.

To find out more about arranging a course to book, call 01952 432769 or email [email protected]

 

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