Training – Tree pruning | Québec métiers d'avenir

TRAINING
DESCRIPTION

This program aims to train students with use of climbing and access equipment, chain saws, pruning knives, hand saws, chippers, stump cutters, etc. Over time, experienced tree pruners may diagnose trees, estimate work to be done, manage teams and eventually become business owners. They may work for three types of businesses: arboricultural services, clearing services for electrical and telecommunications systems, as well as municipal services.

Duration : 915 Hours

academic
prerequisites

SCHOLARITY LEVEL : Quebec's Secondary 3rd (France's 3rd) or equivalent
LANGUAGE LEVEL :
The level of language required varies according to the training center chosen.

* The validation of your eligibility will be confirmed by our admissions department once your application has been completed.

JOB
PROSPECTS

Landscape and horticulture technicians and specialists

Landscaping and grounds maintenance labourers

Visit Emploi-Québec to learn more about these opportunities.

EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS PROVIDING TRAINING

École forestière de La Tuque - Formation professionnelle
La Tuque, Mauricie
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DURATION : 9 Months
CLASSES START : August 27 2024
COSTS : 20 768,00 $*
LANGUAGE : French (B(2))
* Please update your nationality in the general menu
* Costs are subject to change until the letter of admission is issued

DURATION : 9 Months
CLASSES START : August 18 2025
COSTS : 20 369,00 $*
LANGUAGE : French (B(2))
* Please update your nationality in the general menu
* Costs are subject to change until the letter of admission is issued

Fierbourg, centre de formation professionnelle

Fierbourg, centre de formation professionnelle
Québec, Capitale-Nationale
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DURATION : 9 Months
CLASSES START : August 27 2024
COSTS : 21 193,00 $*
LANGUAGE : French (B(2))
* Please update your nationality in the general menu
* Costs are subject to change until the letter of admission is issued

DURATION : 9 Months
CLASSES START : October 01 2024
COSTS : 21 193,00 $*
LANGUAGE : French (B(2))
* Please update your nationality in the general menu
* Costs are subject to change until the letter of admission is issued

Legend Welcoming services

Integrating into the community

— Practical tour of the city and help with initial purchases
— Contact with local aid organizations

Reception on arrival

— Reception at airport, bus terminal or train station

Integrating into the school system

— School tour and twinning with another student
— Monthly follow-up with the student

Integrating the family

— Referral to employment agencies for your spouse
— Help with child daycare or school registration
— Information on family social activities

General information and administrative follow-up

— Direct contact with a resource person
— Registration, information and provision of mandatory health insurance card
— Explanation of the Centre’s teaching techniques and operations

Accommodation

— Reserving temporary accommodation prior to arrival
— Help with finding permanent accommodation

Note: Services may vary slightly from one training centre to another.

TRAINING OBJECTIVES

Use different climbing and access equipment
Develop good knowledge of tree species
Master know-how in many climbing and cutting techniques
Develop a heightened sense of responsibility when it comes to health and safety at work
Develop ability to adapt easily

Similar training

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Manual felling and timber hauling (view)
Arboriculture and pruning (view)
Horticulture and garden center operations + Landscaping operations (view)
Horticulture and garden center (New version) (view)

TRAINING CONTENT

Competency statement

HOURS

Determine their suitability for the trade and the training process

Ensure occupational health and safety

Analyze tree development needs in an urban environment

Analyze the main characteristics of trees in an urban environment

Plant trees

Climb trees

105

Use and maintain power tools and motorized equipment

Analyze situations related to the mechanical resistance of trees

Trim young trees, fruit trees and hedges

Maintain semi-mature trees

Use load hauling and progress capture system techniques and advanced tree climbing techniques

Cable and brace trees

Carry out an aerial rescue

Fell and dismantle trees

120

Prune mature or senescent trees

Learn about overhead power line clearing

Do a practicum in the workplace