Land-based Skills Bootcamps in East Sussex
The Arboriculture and Tree Surgery Skills Bootcamp is designed for experienced arborists ready to step into leadership - combining advanced technical training, site management, compliance, and team supervision skills to prepare you for confident, competent leadership in today’s evolving tree care industry. You will learn how to interpret tree survey reports and woodland management plans, respond to pests and diseases and get to grips with legislation and inspection training with the use of digital technologies including sonic tomograph, resi-drill to interpret readings. This knowledge will allow you to manage complex sites and ensure best practice in both environmental stewardship and workplace safety when leading your team.
Accreditation:
SSSTS Certification.
Duration:
2 days a week, Thursdays and Fridays, for 7 weeks.
Venue:
In-person training
Plumpton College, Ditchling Road, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 3AE
Cost:
Free for all participants.
For more info please visit:
https://www.plumpton.ac.uk/adult-courses/skills-bootcamps/
Or contact the training provider directly on:
skillsbootcamps@plumpton.ac.uk
01273 892 127
The Construction Landscaping Skills Bootcamp is the first of its kind to encompass both theory and legislative training in a one-stop-shop. You will learn valuable skills in site surveying, fencing, bricklaying, safe use of hand and power tools, as well as knowledge around risk assessments. Kick-start or advance your career in landscape construction with our ground-breaking Skills Bootcamp, designed with industry leaders, to equip you with essential practical, theoretical, and legislative training. The course also connects you with a network of like-minded professionals, opening doors to roles that demand certified expertise.
Accreditation:
Emergency First Aid at Work, Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) CITB, Brush Cutter / Strimmer (Lantra), Location and Cable Avoidance Tools (CAT & Genny), Abrasive Wheel Machines (Lantra).
Duration:
3-4 days a week for 3 weeks.
Venue:
In-person training
Education Futures Trust, Elphinstone Rd, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 2AX
Cost:
Free for all participants.
For more info please visit:
https://www.plumpton.ac.uk/adult-courses/skills-bootcamps/
Or contact the training provider directly on:
skillsbootcamps@plumpton.ac.uk
01273 892 127
The Grounds and Estates Horticulture Operative Skills Bootcamp is a comprehensive, career-focused course designed for individuals looking to build a strong foundation in amenity horticulture operations across a variety of landscapes — from urban gardens and coastal environments to public parks and estates. You'll gain a blend of technical & practical skills through classroom based learning, practical outdoor lessons and accredited training modules. You will learn about risk assessments, pest and disease management, plant care, soil management and operations budgets. Turn your passion for the outdoors into a career with this hands-on, industry-recognised course in amenity horticulture, perfect for beginners or those looking to upskill.
Accreditation:
Emergency First Aid at Work, Strimmers (Lantra), Hand-held Hedge Trimmer (Lantra), Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) CITB.
Duration:
3-4 days a week for 4 weeks.
Venue:
In-person training
Education Futures Trust, Elphinstone Rd, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 2AX
Cost:
Free for all participants.
For more info please visit:
https://www.plumpton.ac.uk/adult-courses/skills-bootcamps/
Or contact the training provider directly on:
skillsbootcamps@plumpton.ac.uk
01273 892 127
The Small Animal Hydrotherapy Skills Bootcamp - Level 4 Certificate in Canine Hydrotherapy for Musculoskeletal Practitioners is aimed at aspiring hydrotherapists who are already in the animal therapies industry e.g. currently working as a veterinary physiotherapist.
Learners will engage in reflective practice, enhance their clinical reasoning and critical thinking skills and understand the importance of working within their scope of practice. They will recognise the legal, ethical, and professional standards, obligations, and accountability required of a professional canine hydrotherapist. Learners will gain knowledge of the optimum design of the hydrotherapy suite, sustainable practice models, and current health and safety standards in canine hydrotherapy. Learners will also understand the contextual nature of canine behaviour, the ethical responsibility of working with consent, and the importance of Therapeutic Handling techniques in hydrotherapy.
Additionally, learners will learn about canine functional anatomy and biomechanics, Learners will demonstrate clinical risk assessment skills, risk rating, health monitoring, and emergency canine first aid, as well as assessment processes, clinical reasoning, and advanced hydrotherapy treatment techniques. Finally, learners will develop skills in evaluating and analysing hydrotherapy water management.
Accreditation:
Level 4 Certificate in Canine Hydrotherapy for Musculoskeletal Practitioners. This qualification is currently recognised by the National Association of Registered Canine Hydrotherapists (NARCH) and The Institute of Registered Veterinary & Animal Physiotherapists (IRVAP) allowing choice of registration following certification.
Duration:
2 days a week, Wednesdays and Thursdays, for 10 weeks.
Venue:
Hybrid training
Plumpton College, Ditchling Road, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 3AE
Cost:
Free for all participants.
For more info please visit:
https://www.plumpton.ac.uk/adult-courses/skills-bootcamps/
Or contact the training provider directly on:
skillsbootcamps@plumpton.ac.uk
01273 892 127
The Viticulture Skills Bootcamp is suitable for those currently working in or seeking employment at a vineyard. This course has all the necessary elements required to work in a vineyard, combining an overview of the UK Wine Industry and the technical knowledge needed to work in a vineyard and grow grapes, along with practical skills to undertake vineyard operations throughout the season. Launch or enhance your career in the UK wine industry with this intensive, hands-on vinegrowing course. You will learn essential theory, practical vineyard techniques such as tractor spraying and safe use of pesticides, combined with industry-recognised certifications to equip you with the skills, knowledge, and network needed to thrive in cool climate grape production and vineyard operations.
Accreditation:
Plumpton Certificate - Principles of Vinegrowing (Intensive), Safe Use of Pesticides (PA1), Air Assisted Tractor Driving, Emergency First Aid at Work, Dynamic Risk Assessment, Intro to UK Wine.
Duration:
5 days a week, Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, for 4 weeks.
Venue:
In-person training
Plumpton College, Ditchling Road, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 3AE
Cost:
Free for all participants.
For more info please visit:
https://www.plumpton.ac.uk/adult-courses/skills-bootcamps/
Or contact the training provider directly on:
skillsbootcamps@plumpton.ac.uk
01273 892 127