Overview

This programme is Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligible either by meeting IRCC’s field of study criteria (as of November 1, 2024) or by being a degree programme exempt from these requirements (as of March 11, 2025). Please consult the IRCC website for the most current information.

Provide environmental, social and economic benefits in today`s society with a career in urban forestry.

In the one-year Urban Forestry - Arboriculture Ontario College Certificate program from Algonquin College , you experience a hands-on education exploring arboriculture science with tree care skills.

You acquire the skills and knowledge related to a range of tree care services provided by professional arborists, including:

tree climbing
tree identification
tree pruning
tree removal
tree care
tree planting
identification of common tree wildlife
identification, diagnosis and management of tree diseases

Spend the majority of your time in the program outdoors, in a variety of weather conditions and heights. Working on real trees, practice climbing techniques and learn to become proficient in the use of arborist-related equipment including chainsaws, chippers and pruning essentials.

Develop foundational tree identification and safe tree-climbing skills through theoretical, laboratory and hands-on learning.

Participate in workplace scenarios that replicate actual challenges faced by arborists. In classroom and labs settings, examine tree science and arboriculture practises, such as planting, pruning and removal.

Graduates may find a career as a(n):

certified arborist
consulting arborist
lead climber
secondary climber
manager
crew lead
groundsperson

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

Communications

Basic Tree Climbing

Equipment Operations and Maintenance

Advanced Tree Climbing

Tree Entomology and Pathology

Dendrology

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

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Be sure to apply by the Equal Consideration deadline of February 1. You can apply after February 1 and will be considered on a first-served basis.

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Pembroke, Canada

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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General requirements

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent;
Mature Student status (19 years of age or older and without a high sch diploma at the start of the program). Eligibility may be determined by academic achievement testing, for which a fee will be charged.
Program Eligibility
English, Grade 12 (ENG4C) or equivalent with a grade of 60% or higher.
Applicants with international transcripts must provide proof of the subject specific requirements noted above and may be required to provide proof of English language proficiency. Domestic applicants with international transcripts must be evaluated through the International Credential Assessment Service of Canada (ICAS) or World Education Services (WES).

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Tuition Fees

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15472 CAD / year

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3714 CAD / year

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