The framework offers an entry route into the land-based and environmental sector which includes the trees and timber industry, providing learners entering the profession with the skills and knowledge to work in the industry. The duration for the L2 framework is 18 months and the Level 3 is 20 months.

This framework may lead to job opportunities within the trees and timber industry such as: an arborist, a forestry worker, tree surveyor, forest ranger or tree work supervisor.

Following the successful completion of the Apprenticeship, there are many opportunities available, which could include specialising within the industry, completing other vocational courses or progressing into Further and/or Higher Education.