Green Skills Training Academy
Green skills training to further and enrich the careers of those working in environmental conservation. Day courses for people in the green sector, people looking to get into the green sector or people looking to develop their understanding of the environment. Courses delivered by our experienced industry leaders who are active in their field.
Practical environmental training, delivered by industry professionals
Green Skills Training Academy, part of Maydencroft Ltd, provides practical environmental training for individuals and organisations working across forestry, land management and the wider green sector.
We focus on building skills that can be applied directly in real-world work, helping to address the growing demand for capable, confident professionals in the sector.
Training designed for real-world application
All courses are led by professionals who are actively working in the sector. This ensures that what you learn is current, relevant and grounded in real experience.
The emphasis is on practical capability, whether you are managing land, delivering projects or developing your organisation’s environmental performance.
Who our training is for
Our courses are designed for environmental professionals, contractors and organisations responsible for land management, as well as estate managers and those looking to enter the sector or build their understanding.
We work with a range of organisations, including private estates, contractors, local authorities and charities, and offer bespoke training developed in partnership and delivered on site.
Our trainers
All of our trainers are industry professionals, so you can be confident that what you are learning is current and applicable.
- Crispin Golding NCH(arb) BSc(hons) MSc(Oxon) MICFor - Consultant Forester
- Cora Pfarre MSc MICFor - Head Forester
- Dave McGown - Arboricultural Contracts Manager and Trainer
- David Cook BA (Hons) PGCE - Head of Green Skills Training Academy
- Gilles Sauvestre MSc - Senior Forestry Consultant
- Matt Perry BSc (Hons) MCIEEM - Environment Director
- Patrick Venables Tech MIIRSM Grad IOSH - Bootcamp leader/trainer on many courses
- Alice Salisbury MSc MCIEEM MArborA - Principal Ecologist
- Lottie Wood MSc CSJK MCIEEM - Senior Nature Recovery Consultant
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Work with us
Explore our upcoming courses or get in touch to discuss group training or tailored programmes for your organisation.
We can also deliver accredited green skills training directly at your premises, for your team - find out more.