South East Landbased Training Courses

Latest information from the Forest & Arboriculture Training Fund:

"We are pleased to announce that the Forestry and Arboriculture Training Fund is now open for new applications.

Applicants can apply by visiting: https://www.forestryandarbtrainingfund.co.uk/

Applicants should note that training must be completed by 31st March 2025. Funding will not be awarded for training courses that have either been booked or completed prior to a grant award being made.

Funding for courses is limited and we would encourage those interested to apply early. Priority will be given to those individuals who either have not previously been awarded grant funding through the programme, or who have been awarded funding for less than 3 courses since February 2023. Individuals who have previously been awarded funding for 3 or more courses may still apply, but there is no guarantee that any further grant funding will be awarded."

A good return on investment (ROI) for training is achieved when the benefits of the training programme outweigh the costs incurred. This goes beyond just monetary gains and includes enhanced employee performance, increased productivity, and improved overall organisational effectiveness. Effective training should align with company goals, and address specific skill gaps. A key indicator of a positive ROI is the measurable improvement in employee skills and capabilities, translating into enhanced job performance. Additionally, a well-designed training programme fosters a culture of continuous learning, which can lead to long-term benefits as employees adapt to evolving industry trends. Ultimately, a good ROI for training not only showcases immediate financial gains but also contributes to the long-term sustainability and competitiveness of the organisation in a dynamic business landscape.

(NAAC) - great post! as fieldwork begins - check your visibility whatever vehicle you're using

Every year farmers are killed or seriously injured by moving vehicles with 48 deaths in 5 years. Safety on farm doesn’t need to be difficult or expensive. Make small changes to prevent a tragedy http://bit.ly/3l7Jb9T

Busy time of year for these guys - keep them and safe

Transport of Animals by Road - Short or Long Journey (Assessment Only) - South East Landbased Training This Assessment will ensure you meet the requirement for a Certificate of Competence outlined in the Protection of Animals During Transport and the Welfare of

Working closely with sector 👉Wednesday 7th February 👈 South of England Showground

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➡️ Tree decay: a few questions still worth asking
➡️ Wednesday 03 January 2024 @ 6PM GMT

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In 1982, David Lonsdale took on the job of leading a research project on decay in amenity trees.

At the time, tree work practices were changing in response to research findings in the USA, where Alex Shigo and co-workers had developed the concept of “compartmentalisation of decay in trees” (CODIT). They had also demonstrated failures of wound paints to prevent decay.

The resulting changes in tree work practice are now long established but David believes that there are still questions worth asking, especially the following:

🌳 The CODIT model was developed to replace the allegedly flawed heart-rot concept, which dated back to the late 19th century. Was the heart-rot concept really flawed?

🌳 Are decay fungi ever parasitic or pathogenic?

🌳 The “D” in CODIT is now often taken to represent dysfunction, rather than decay. Why might this be appropriate?

🌳 Wound paints: are they really useless?

🌳 Biocontrol of decay in pruning wounds: could this be worthwhile?

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Happy New Year to all of our customers and followers. We look forward to continuing to support you this year and beyond. If you are considering or for 2024, need some support through the last of the colder months, find out more about our here:
www.seltc.co.uk

Oh, Rats!
You may notice Rats and Mice becoming more brazen as they seek warmth and alternative food sources, like bins and bird tables.
Comprehensive learning is required for the purchase of professional rodenticide products. Training and Assessment available online.

Level 2 Award in Rodent Management - South East Landbased Training Following changes to the CRRU UK Code of Best Practice, training is no longer acceptable evidence of competence for the purchase of professional rodenticide.

Colder days and longer nights can be challenging. Outdoor work becomes more difficult. Rural isolation can rise and a spike in bills can hit those without financial or social security. As we turn towards the winter, it is a good moment to invest in our own connectivity. Why not participate in one of our free online courses www.seltc.co.uk

Checkout our Canine online courses - this course is ideal for those considering a puppy for Christmas!🐾

Getting a Puppy - South East Landbased Training This short course on Getting a Puppy is for anyone who is thinking about getting their first dog.

1 place available on our November 5 day Combined Chainsaw and Felling Course 🌳🌲

Combined Chainsaw Maintenance & Crosscutting with Felling & Processing Trees up to 380mm - South East Landbased Training 5 Day training followed by one day City & Guilds NPTC assessment. A combined course covering NPTC assessments formerly known as CS30/31.

Come and see us today at Heathfield Agricultural Show

Fancy a career change?

Free practical forestry training courses now available

Courses funded by government teaching skills like chainsaw maintenance, coppicing, woodland management, and
marketing and selling timber are now available.
The Forestry Training Fund is for people considering a change of career or those who are seeking to build and
diversify their skills in forestry.
Examples of courses which are covered by the fund include:
 coppicing
 chainsaw maintenance and cross-cutting
 managing your woodland
 planning and planting a new woodland
 marketing and selling timber
 fencing and hedge laying
The government is offering 100% funding for eligible courses and expect grants to be in the range of £150 - £3,000.
Funding will be paid directly to the training provider. Applications for funding to cover training courses can be made
multiple times as long as it can be demonstrated that individual courses are developing a person’s career.
You can see our latest course dates here www.seltc.co.uk
To make your application go to https://www.gov.uk/guidance/forestry-training-fund or email [email protected]
and we can help you apply.
The government has committed to increasing tree-planting across the UK to 30,000 hectares a year by the end of
Parliament to reach net zero emissions by 2050. The short, practical training courses will be paid for by a £700,000
allocation from the £750m Nature for Climate Fund and will help grow the forestry sector so that we have enough
people with the right skills to plan, plant, and manage new woodlands.

Landbased Training & Assessment | SELTC, South East England Welcome to our website. South East Landbased Training Courses, a partnership created by Dawn Berndt and Sarah Firrell; experienced professionals with an extensive knowledge of the landbased training sector.Discover how we can help your business develop it's employees.Business built on relationships.

One Day Emergency First Aid at Work + Forestry - Wednesday 23rd November - South of England Showground, Ardingly - contact for further info. 07437 601161 / [email protected]

Transport of Livestock

If you transport animals on journeys of more than 65 km as part of an economic activity you must hold a certificate of competence to do so.
There are two assessments of competency: -

1- Short journey authorisation for journeys longer than 65 km and up to and including eight hours duration

2- Long journey authorisation that covers all journeys, including those lasting more than eight hours

We provide both City & Guilds/NPTC qualifications with flexible delivery and species specific (e.g. cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, poultry, horses, game birds).

Assessments cover the legal requirements, journey planning, vehicle suitability, fitness to travel, causes and signs of stress in animals, space allowances, stocking densities, handling and animal welfare in transit and post journey requirements.

Short Journey Assessments can be computer based multiple choice questions from our site or from your own home/office.
If you would prefer a one-to-one assessment with our assessor this can also be arranged.

Long Journey Assessments are on a one-to-one basis with our assessor.

Great Stump Grinder course in the Autumn sun, flexible range of and courses available

Late availability due to a cancellation.
Chainsaw Maintenance and Crosscutting running from a site in East Sussex 19th. 20th September assessment date 26th September. £482 including vat.
Contact us for further details.

Last place available... Monday 28th March -Safe Use of Pesticides (PA1) 🌱 contact for further details: [email protected]