Training Directory: Community Engagement and Environmental Education Short Courses
That's being trained in how to deliver community events and environmental education not the actual events themselves; so typical courses will include how to engage the community and how to deliver on topics as diverse as storytelling to running consultation exercises. There is also training in environmental education techniques such as Forest Schools workshops. This section also includes courses on volunteer management and development.
27/02/2023 Level 2 Outdoor Learning Practitioner Training 1 Day
Colchester, Cambium Sustainable 01295 678588 learning@rfs.org.uk c-js.info/3CIa89W
Learn how to take an holistic approach to implementing Outdoor Learning at your setting, and how to get everyone ?on board? with your plans.
Cost £50 plus VAT
01/03/2023 Train the Online Trainer (on demand) 2 Days
Online, UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology 01491 69 2225 c-js.info/3sF3bl1
This online course introduces the threat posed by ground-level ozone pollution to tropical agriculture. You will get the knowledge, skills & confidence to identify when & where ozone is likely to pose a threat to tropical crops. You will gain the skills to identify ozone damage in tropical crop species.
02/03/2023 Forest School Refresher & Networking Event 1 Day
Archway House West Woodlands, Kings Clipstone, Nr Mansfield, Forge Learning sarah@forge-learning.co.uk www.forge-learning.co.uk/
CPD for Forest School; An on-site event refreshing practical skills and networking
Free Course
03/03/2023 Forest School Refresher & Networking Event 1 Day
Daventry Country Park, Daventry, Northamptonshire, Forge Learning sarah@forge-learning.co.uk www.forge-learning.co.uk/
CPD for Forest School; An on-site event refreshing practical skills and networking
Free Course
06/03/2023 CPD for Forest School; Easy Activity Ideas 1 Day
Rough Close Scout Activity Campsite, Coventry, Warwickshire, Forge Learning sarah@forge-learning.co.uk www.forge-learning.co.uk/
Join us to explore a wide range of simple activity ideas suitable for Forest School. We'll cover a wide range of activity ideas, starting points and 'invitations' to encourage learning & development at Forest School.
Free Course
07/03/2023 CPD for Forest School; Adventures with Fire 1 Day
Forge Farm, Cropredy, Nr Banbury, Forge Learning sarah@forge-learning.co.uk www.forge-learning.co.uk/
Spend the day with us exploring all things fire. We'll cover fire management, successful wood choices, a variety of activities which can be done using a campfire, and some simple cooking concepts.
Free Course
08/03/2023 CPD for Forest School; Easy Activity Ideas 1 Day
West Raven Community Garden, Peterborough, Forge Learning sarah@forge-learning.co.uk www.forge-learning.co.uk/
Join us to explore a wide range of simple activity ideas suitable for Forest School. We'll cover a wide range of activity ideas, starting points and 'invitations' to encourage learning & development at Forest School.
Free Course
09/03/2023 CPD for Forest School; Adventures with Fire 1 Day
Daventry Country Park, Daventry, Forge Learning sarah@forge-learning.co.uk c-js.info/3IuvrvZ
Spend the day with us exploring all things fire. We'll cover fire management, successful wood choices, a variety of activities which can be done using a campfire, and some simple cooking concepts.
Free Course
10/03/2023 Learning Beyond the Classroom (Level 3) Training Course 1 Day
Daventry Country Park, Daventry, Northamptonshire, Forge Learning sarah@forge-learning.co.uk www.forge-learning.co.uk/
An accredited training course exploring curriculum-based outdoor learning. Designed to boost confidence and cover all aspects of successfully managing outdoor learning.
Free Course
10/03/2023 Level 2 Outdoor Learning Practitioner Training 1 Day
Madley, Cambium Sustainable 01295 678588 learning@rfs.org.uk c-js.info/3CIa89W
Learn how to take an holistic approach to implementing Outdoor Learning at your setting, and how to get everyone ?on board? with your plans.
Cost £50 plus VAT
10/03/2023 Level 2 Outdoor Learning Practitioner Training 1 Day
Doncaster, Cambium Sustainable 01295 678588 learning@rfs.org.uk c-js.info/3CIa89W
Learn how to take an holistic approach to implementing Outdoor Learning at your setting, and how to get everyone ?on board? with your plans.
Cost £50 plus VAT
13/03/2023 Forest School Leader (Level 3) Training Course 6 Days
Flag Fen Archaeology Park, Peterborough, Forge Learning 07807620976 sarah@forge-learning.co.uk www.forge-learning.co.uk/
The Level 3 Certificate for Forest School Leaders qualification is the professional standard needed to lead and create your own Forest School Project
Free Course
13/03/2023 Forest School Assistant (Level 2) Training Course 5 Days
Flag Fen Archaeology Park, Peterborough, Forge Learning 07807620976 sarah@forge-learning.co.uk www.forge-learning.co.uk/
The Level 2 Award for Forest School Assistants qualification is for people wishing to assist with Forest School sessions and for those already assisting and wishing to gain an accredited qualification
Free Course
13/03/2023 Level 2 Outdoor Learning Practitioner Training 1 Day
Bideford, Cambium Sustainable 01295 678588 learning@rfs.org.uk c-js.info/3CIa89W
Learn how to take an holistic approach to implementing Outdoor Learning at your setting, and how to get everyone ?on board? with your plans.
Cost £50 plus VAT
13/03/2023 Level 2 Outdoor Learning Practitioner Training 1 Day
Brackley, Cambium Sustainable 01295 678588 learning@rfs.org.uk c-js.info/3CIa89W
Learn how to take an holistic approach to implementing Outdoor Learning at your setting, and how to get everyone ?on board? with your plans.
Cost £50 plus VAT
14/03/2023 Level 1 Forest School 2 Days
Bradfield Woods, Felsham Road, Bradfield St George, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP30 0AQ, Suffolk Wildlife Trust 01473 890089 accredited.training@suffolkwildlifetrust.org www.suffolkwildlifetrust.org/cpd
A 2 day course certified by AIM Qualifications and Assessment Group aimed at those interested in learning more about Forest School ethos.
Cost £200
14/03/2023 Level 2 Forest School 4 Days
Bradfield Woods, Felsham Road, Bradfield St George, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP30 0AQ, Suffolk Wildlife Trust 01473 890089 accredited.training@suffolkwildlifetrust.org www.suffolkwildlifetrust.org/cpd
A 4 day course certified by AIM Qualifications and Assessment Group for people who wish to assist with the delivery of a Forest School programme.
Cost £400
17/03/2023 Woodland Activity Leader Training Practical 3 Days
Findhorn Village Centre, Wild Things 01309 690450 training@wild-things.org.uk wild-things.org.uk/
Once you have completed the theory part of this course online finish the qualification with this 3 day practical to gain the full accredited qualification. Please note, you need to have completed the Woodland Activity Leader Training theory before moving onto the practical.
Cost £425
20/03/2023 Forest School Leader (Level 3) Training Course 6 Days
Rough Close Scout Activity Campsite, Coventry, Warwickshire, Forge Learning 07807620976 sarah@forge-learning.co.uk www.forge-learning.co.uk/
The Level 3 Certificate for Forest School Leaders qualification is the professional standard needed to lead and create your own Forest School Project
Free Course
20/03/2023 Forest School Assistant (Level 2) Training Course 5 Days
Rough Close Scout Activity Campsite, Coventry, Warwickshire, Forge Learning 07807620976 sarah@forge-learning.co.uk www.forge-learning.co.uk/
The Level 2 Award for Forest School Assistants qualification is for people wishing to assist with Forest School sessions and for those already assisting and wishing to gain an accredited qualification
Free Course
22/03/2023 Level 2 Outdoor Learning Practitioner Training 1 Day
Baggeridge, Cambium Sustainable 01295 678588 learning@rfs.org.uk c-js.info/3CIa89W
Learn how to take an holistic approach to implementing Outdoor Learning at your setting, and how to get everyone ?on board? with your plans.
Cost £50 plus VAT
24/03/2023 Level 2 Outdoor Learning Practitioner Training 1 Day
Bristol, Cambium Sustainable 01295 678588 learning@rfs.org.uk c-js.info/3CIa89W
Learn how to take an holistic approach to implementing Outdoor Learning at your setting, and how to get everyone ?on board? with your plans.
Cost £50 plus VAT
27/03/2023 Level 2 Outdoor Learning Practitioner Training 1 Day
Milton Keynes, Cambium Sustainable 01295 678588 learning@rfs.org.uk c-js.info/3CIa89W
Learn how to take an holistic approach to implementing Outdoor Learning at your setting, and how to get everyone ?on board? with your plans.
Cost £50 plus VAT
01/04/2023 Woodland Activity Leader Training 7 Days
Findhorn Village Centre, Wild Things 01309 690450 training@wild-things.org.uk wild-things.org.uk/
If you are interested in enhancing your skills to lead groups in a woodland environment, this course will provide you with the learning and knowledge you require. Woodland Activity Leader Training is an accredited outdoor learning course and an alternative to forest school training.
Cost £625
17/04/2023 Learning Beyond the Classroom (Level 3) Training Course 1 Day
Archway House West Woodlands, Kings Clipstone, Nr Mansfield, Forge Learning sarah@forge-learning.co.uk www.forge-learning.co.uk/
An accredited training course exploring curriculum-based outdoor learning. Designed to boost confidence and cover all aspects of successfully managing outdoor learning.
Free Course
18/04/2023 Learning Beyond the Classroom (Level 3) Training Course 1 Day
West Raven Community Garden, Peterborough, Forge Learning sarah@forge-learning.co.uk www.forge-learning.co.uk/
An accredited training course exploring curriculum-based outdoor learning. Designed to boost confidence and cover all aspects of successfully managing outdoor learning.
Free Course
23/04/2023 Level 3 Forest School 9 Days
Bradfield Woods, Felsham Road, Bradfield St George, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP30 0AQ, Suffolk Wildlife Trust 01473 890089 accredited.training@suffolkwildlifetrust.org www.suffolkwildlifetrust.org/cpd
A nine day course certified by AIM Qualifications and Assessment Group aimed at individuals who wish to lead a Forest School programme.
Cost £950
26/04/2023 Linux Appeal -Command Line Tools for fast Processing 2 Days
Online, UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology 01491 69 2225 c-js.info/2EXBZbD
This interactive online course will give you an introduction to Linux and its ability to process big data files fast. Exercises will show the speed and efficiency of Linux tools compared to other data processing tools such as R or Excel. Exercises will take place in in virtual breakout rooms.
10/05/2023 Level 2 - Leader in Outdoor Learning 3 Days
Lackford Lakes, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP28 6HX, Suffolk Wildlife Trust 01473 890089 accredited.training@suffolkwildlifetrust.org www.suffolkwildlifetrust.org/cpd
A 3 day AIM Qualifications and Assessment Group accredited training course is an exciting opportunity to learn from our highly experienced outdoor tutors. You will use primary curriculum linked activities to help you become a Leader in Outdoor Learning (Level 2).
Cost £380
16/05/2023 Wild Beach Leader - Level 3 3 Days
Felixstowe Beach, Felixstowe, Suffolk, IP11 7LZ, Suffolk Wildlife Trust 01473 890089 accredited.training@suffolkwildlifetrust.org www.suffolkwildlifetrust.org/cpd
A three day accredited course providing teachers, support staff, outdoor educators and youth group leaders with the skills and confidence to make the most out of our beaches.
Cost £400
05/06/2023 Forest School Leader (Level 3) Training Course 6 Days
Tudor Grange Samworth Academy, Leicester, Forge Learning sarah@forge-learning.co.uk www.forge-learning.co.uk/
The Level 3 Certificate for Forest School Leaders qualification is the professional standard needed to lead and create your own Forest School Project
Free Course
05/06/2023 Forest School Assistant (Level 2) Training Course 5 Days
Tudor Grange Samworth Academy, Leicester, Forge Learning sarah@forge-learning.co.uk www.forge-learning.co.uk/
The Level 2 Award for Forest School Assistants qualification is for people wishing to assist with Forest School sessions and for those already assisting and wishing to gain an accredited qualification
Free Course
09/06/2023 Woodland Activity Leader Training Practical 3 Days
Findhorn Village Centre, Wild Things 01309 690450 training@wild-things.org.uk wild-things.org.uk/
Once you have completed the theory part of this course online finish the qualification with this 3 day practical to gain the full accredited qualification. Please note, you need to have completed the Woodland Activity Leader Training theory before moving onto the practical.
Cost £425
12/06/2023 Forest School Assistant (Level 2) Training Course 5 Days
Forge Farm, Cropredy, Banbury, Oxfordshire, Forge Learning 07807620976 sarah@forge-learning.co.uk www.forge-learning.co.uk/
The Level 2 Award for Forest School Assistants qualification is for people wishing to assist with Forest School sessions and for those already assisting and wishing to gain an accredited qualification
Free Course
12/06/2023 Forest School Leader (Level 3) Training Course 6 Days
Forge Farm, Cropredy, Banbury, Oxfordshire, Forge Learning 07807620976 sarah@forge-learning.co.uk www.forge-learning.co.uk/
The Level 3 Certificate for Forest School Leaders qualification is the professional standard needed to lead and create your own Forest School Project
Free Course
08/07/2023 Woodland Activity Leader Training 7 Days
Findhorn Village Centre, Wild Things 01309 690450 training@wild-things.org.uk wild-things.org.uk/
If you are interested in enhancing your skills to lead groups in a woodland environment, this course will provide you with the learning and knowledge you require. Woodland Activity Leader Training is an accredited outdoor learning course and an alternative to forest school training.
Cost £625
22/07/2023 Coastal Activity Leader Training 7 Days
Findhorn Village Centre, Wild Things 01309 690450 training@wild-things.org.uk wild-things.org.uk/
If you are interested in enhancing your skills to lead groups in a coastal environment, this course will provide you with the learning and knowledge you require. Coastal Activity Leader Training is an accredited outdoor learning course and an alternative to beach school.
Cost £625
05/08/2023 Woodland Activity Leader Training 7 Days
Findhorn Village Centre, Wild Things 01309 690450 training@wild-things.org.uk wild-things.org.uk/
If you are interested in enhancing your skills to lead groups in a woodland environment, this course will provide you with the learning and knowledge you require. Woodland Activity Leader Training is an accredited outdoor learning course and an alternative to forest school training.
Cost £625
07/08/2023 Level 3 Forest School 9 Days
Foxburrow Nature Reserve, Saddlemakers Lane, Melton, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 1NA, Suffolk Wildlife Trust 01473 890089 accredited.training@suffolkwildlifetrust.org www.suffolkwildlifetrust.org/cpd
A nine day course certified by AIM Qualifications and Assessment Group aimed at individuals who wish to lead a Forest School programme.
Cost £1000
30/08/2023 Wild Beach Leader - Level 3 3 Days
Lowestoft Beach, Kensington Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR33 0DG, Suffolk Wildlife Trust 01473 890089 accredited.training@suffolkwildlifetrust.org www.suffolkwildlifetrust.org/cpd
A three day accredited course providing teachers, support staff, outdoor educators and youth group leaders with the skills and confidence to make the most out of our beaches.
Cost £400
08/09/2023 Woodland Activity Leader Training Practical 3 Days
Findhorn Village Centre, Wild Things 01309 690450 training@wild-things.org.uk wild-things.org.uk/
Once you have completed the theory part of this course online finish the qualification with this 3 day practical to gain the full accredited qualification. Please note, you need to have completed the Woodland Activity Leader Training theory before moving onto the practical.
Cost £425
20/09/2023 Level 2 - Leader in Outdoor Learning 3 Days
Redgrave & Lopham Fen, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 2HX, Suffolk Wildlife Trust 01473 890089 accredited.training@suffolkwildlifetrust.org www.suffolkwildlifetrust.org/cpd
A 3 day AIM Qualifications and Assessment Group accredited training course is an exciting opportunity to learn from our highly experienced outdoor tutors. You will use primary curriculum linked activities to help you become a Leader in Outdoor Learning (Level 2).
Cost £380
25/09/2023 Level 2 Forest School 4 Days
Foxburrow Nature Reserve, Saddlemakers Lane, Melton, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 1NA, Suffolk Wildlife Trust 01473 890089 accredited.training@suffolkwildlifetrust.org www.suffolkwildlifetrust.org/cpd
A 4 day course certified by AIM Qualifications and Assessment Group for people who wish to assist with the delivery of a Forest School programme.
Cost £450
25/09/2023 CPD for Forest School; Whittling & Easy Makes 1 Day
Daventry Country Park, Daventry, Forge Learning sarah@forge-learning.co.uk www.forge-learning.co.uk/
A day in the woods working through a variety of whittling projects and techniques. We'll create some simple 'makes' using Forest School tools which can easily be re-created with your Forest School groups
Free Course
26/09/2023 CPD for Forest School; All Things String 1 Day
Forge Farm, Cropredy, Nr Banbury, Forge Learning sarah@forge-learning.co.uk www.forge-learning.co.uk/
String, rope, cord, wool, cordage; loads of options, loads of activity ideas to delve into; from simple craft activities to larger scale constructions. Come and collect a range of ideas to take back to your Forest School.
Free Course
27/09/2023 CPD for Forest School; All Things String 1 Day
West Raven Community Garden, Peterborough, Forge Learning sarah@forge-learning.co.uk www.forge-learning.co.uk/
String, rope, cord, wool, cordage; loads of options, loads of activity ideas to delve into; from simple craft activities to larger scale constructions. Come and collect a range of ideas to take back to your Forest School.
Free Course
28/09/2023 CPD for Forest School; Whittling & Easy Makes 1 Day
Rough Close Scout Activity Campsite, Coventry, Warwickshire, Forge Learning sarah@forge-learning.co.uk www.forge-learning.co.uk/
A day in the woods working through a variety of whittling projects and techniques. We'll create some simple 'makes' using Forest School tools which can easily be re-created with your Forest School groups
Free Course
29/09/2023 Learning Beyond the Classroom (Level 3) Training Course 1 Day
Tudor Grange Samworth Academy, Leicester, Forge Learning sarah@forge-learning.co.uk www.forge-learning.co.uk/
An accredited training course exploring curriculum-based outdoor learning. Designed to boost confidence and cover all aspects of successfully managing outdoor learning.
Free Course
02/10/2023 Level 1 Forest School 2 Days
Foxburrow Nature Reserve, Saddlemakers Lane, Melton, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 1NA, Suffolk Wildlife Trust 01473 890089 accredited.training@suffolkwildlifetrust.org www.suffolkwildlifetrust.org/cpd
A 2 day course certified by AIM Qualifications and Assessment Group aimed at those interested in learning more about Forest School ethos.
Cost £250
02/10/2023 Forest School Assistant (Level 2) Training Course 5 Days
Archway House West Woodlands, Kings Clipstone, Mansfield Nottinghamshire, Forge Learning 07807620976 sarah@forge-learning.co.uk www.forge-learning.co.uk/
The Level 2 Award for Forest School Assistants qualification is for people wishing to assist with Forest School sessions and for those already assisting and wishing to gain an accredited qualification
Free Course
02/10/2023 Forest School Leader (Level 3) Training Course 6 Days
Archway House West Woodlands, Kings Clipstone, Mansfield Nottinghamshire, Forge Learning 07807620976 sarah@forge-learning.co.uk www.forge-learning.co.uk/
The Level 3 Certificate for Forest School Leaders qualification is the professional standard needed to lead and create your own Forest School Project
Free Course
07/10/2023 Woodland Activity Leader Training 7 Days
Findhorn Village Centre, Wild Things 01309 690450 training@wild-things.org.uk wild-things.org.uk/
If you are interested in enhancing your skills to lead groups in a woodland environment, this course will provide you with the learning and knowledge you require. Woodland Activity Leader Training is an accredited outdoor learning course and an alternative to forest school training.
Cost £625
09/10/2023 Forest School Leader (Level 3) Training Course 6 Days
West Raven Community Garden, Peterborough, Forge Learning sarah@forge-learning.co.uk www.forge-learning.co.uk/
The Level 3 Certificate for Forest School Leaders qualification is the professional standard?needed to lead and create your own Forest School Project
Free Course
09/10/2023 Forest School Assistant (Level 2) Training Course 5 Days
West Raven Community Garden, Peterborough, Forge Learning sarah@forge-learning.co.uk www.forge-learning.co.uk/
The Level 2 Award for Forest School Assistants qualification is for people wishing to assist with Forest School sessions and for those already assisting and wishing to gain an accredited qualification
Free Course
16/10/2023 Forest School Assistant (Level 2) Training Course 5 Days
Daventry Country Park, Daventry, Northamptonshire, Forge Learning 07807620976 sarah@forge-learning.co.uk www.forge-learning.co.uk/
The Level 2 Award for Forest School Assistants qualification is for people wishing to assist with Forest School sessions and for those already assisting and wishing to gain an accredited qualification
Free Course
16/10/2023 Forest School Leader (Level 3) Training Course 6 Days
Daventry Country Park, Daventry, Northamptonshire, Forge Learning 07807620976 sarah@forge-learning.co.uk www.forge-learning.co.uk/
The Level 3 Certificate for Forest School Leaders qualification is the professional standard needed to lead and create your own Forest School Project
Free Course
16/11/2023 Learning Beyond the Classroom (Level 3) Training Course 1 Day
Forge Farm, Cropredy, Banbury, Oxfordshire, Forge Learning sarah@forge-learning.co.uk www.forge-learning.co.uk/
An accredited training course exploring curriculum-based outdoor learning. Designed to boost confidence and cover all aspects of successfully managing outdoor learning.
Free Course
17/11/2023 Learning Beyond the Classroom (Level 3) Training Course 1 Day
Rough Close Scout Activity Campsite, Coventry, Warwickshire, Forge Learning sarah@forge-learning.co.uk www.forge-learning.co.uk/
An accredited training course exploring curriculum-based outdoor learning. Designed to boost confidence and cover all aspects of successfully managing outdoor learning.
Free Course
Various Train the Online Trainer (on demand) 2 Days
Online, UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology 01491 69 2225 c-js.info/31iHWaV
This training course will give you the knowledge, skills and confidence to train other people in formal and informal situations. How to communicate and share your expertise via coaching, training courses, workshops, teaching and knowledge sharing. You can do this any time and at your own pace (on-demand course)
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