This programme aims to train the frontline arboriculture practitioners to acquire fundamental knowledge in basic tree risk assessment.

a.) identify 30 common tree species in Hong Kong;
b.) conduct basic visual tree assessment;
c.) operate the tree inspection tools properly; and
d.) complete the inspection format as required by Tree Management Office on “Tree Basis”.

Entry Requirements

- Completion of S6 under the new academic structure/ S5 under the old academic structure AND at least two year’s relevant work experience; or
- Completion of a QF Level 2 programme that is deemed acceptable to the respective Programme Board AND at least one year’s relevant work experience; or
- Other relevant verifiable prior learning and/or at least three years’ relevant work experience that is/are deemed appropriate by respective Programme Board AND a pass in an entrance assessment, which can be either oral or written.

$3000

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18/000569/L3

01/09/2018 To 31/08/2021

Mr. Chris HO  (Tel: 2256 7127 / email: chriskcho@vtc.edu.hk)

Ms. Vicky LEE (Tel: 3907 6825 / email: vickylee@vtc.edu.hk)