This course covers the theory section of the RFS level 2 certificate. It includes 12 modules and 12 assignments that together provide comprehensive coverage of the RFS syllabus. At the end of the course you will be awarded a Learning Curve Certificate of Course Completion. You will also be ready to sit the theory part of the RFS Level 2certificate in Arboriculture. (There is an additional fee for the examination.) Your tutor will provide personal support and advice to help you complete your assignments and prepare effectively for the exam. Students have up to three years to complete this course, allowing them to work through the modules at their own pace. On average, however, it takes students around 12 months to complete the course, based on 3 hours study time per week.
Study topics covered include: soil formation, structure and physical characteristics; soil water; the history of woodland/forestry cover in Great Britain from 1600 A.D.; ecology and woodland ecosystems; tree structure and physiology, causes of ill health and treatment; selection, supply, planting and aftercare of woody plants; tree surgery operations; health and safety issues; equipment maintenance; tree inspections; trees and the law. Includes course book, Trees: Their Use, Management, Cultivation and Biology, A Comprehensive Guide, Bob Watson, all course material and full tutorial support.
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Compare our course to the alternatives:
- we offer a full three years support;
- our tutors offer an exam support service;
- our course is designed to ensure you achieve your best possible exam results.
Our tutorial support is second-to-none. You'll be assigned a personal tutor as soon as you enrol who will work with you all the way through. You can contact your tutor directly at any time if you have any questions or problems, or if you would just like a chat about how the course is going. Tutorial support is by e-mail and/or telephone. Even after you have finished your Learning Curve assignments, your tutor will continue to support you during your revision period, to ensure you are fully prepared for your exam. Click for Full Syllabus
Students are required to arrange their own examinations and to pay an examination fee. Details of examination dates and examination enrolment deadlines are included in the 'Exam Guide' provided to all students.
further reading
All Learning Curve courses are self-contained and include a core textbook. However, you may find it helpful to read other books too, to give you a broader view of your subject. The Internet is also a great source of research material and you will find references to both further reading and suitable websites throughout your course material.
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