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.
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
06/07/2023 Introduction to Forest School 1 Day
Shorne Woods Country Park, Kent Country Parks 03000 413500 outdoorlearn01@kent.gov.uk c-js.info/3BlPHi4
You will be introduced to the foundations of forest school, participate in bushcraft activities and enjoy discussions around the campfire. This course is specifically designed for people who are considering undertaking their Forest School training and will leave you feeling enthused and excited for the future.
Cost £100
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
12/07/2023 Forest School Level 3 CPD/Refresher - 1 day course 1 Day
Trosley Country Park, Kent Country Parks 03000413500 outdoorlearn01@kent.gov.uk c-js.info/3BDY4FT
Perfect for those who have completed their Level 3 Forest School Training course and would like to advance their skills and knowledge.
Cost £120
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
01/08/2023 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)
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
02/09/2023 Applied Woodland Management for the outdoor Classroom 1 Day
Near Bathgate, TCV Scotland +447483045704 t.burden@tcv.org.uk c-js.info/3N9djNl
This course is aimed at teachers, childcare practitioners, youth workers and anyone else who is, or is planning to take groups into the woods and would like to make a positive contribution to how the wood is managed.
Cost £75
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
20/09/2023 Level 3 Certificate - Leading Forest School 8 Days
Ferry Meadows Country Park, Peterborough, Nene Park Trust 01733 234193 anna.thompson@neneparktrust.org.uk c-js.info/3IPwxWa
This Forest School Leader training is designed for those who would like to set up and run a forest school programme. The course involves eight days of training, including theory and practical sessions. All of our training takes place in person at Ferry Meadows Country Park.
Cost £950
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
02/10/2023 L2 Forest School Assisting 5 Days
Milton Keynes, Muddy Feet Training 07778 928720 office@muddyfeettraining.co.uk c-js.info/3mtsOoY
This course is designed for those who are assisting (only) at a Forest School. This is a Level 2 OCN (QCF) course accredited by Agored Cymru. This course is assessed through a portfolio and peer assessment and normally takes 6 months to complete.
Cost £650 +VAT
02/10/2023 L3 Forest School Leadership 8 Days
Milton Keynes, Muddy Feet Training 07778928720 office@muddyfeettraining.co.uk c-js.info/3mtsOoY
This 8-day course is for those who wish to lead Forest School programmes and is a Level 3 OCN (QCF) course accredited by Agored Cymru. The course is assessed through portfolio, practical skill assessment days, work-based assessments and peer assessment. This course normally takes 9 – 12 months to complete.
Cost £950 +VAT
04/10/2023 NOCN Level 3 Forest School Leader 10 Days
Margrove Heritage Centre and Saltburn, Tees Valley Wildlife Trust / North Yorkshire Forest Schools Training 07814791671 information@forestschooltraining.com c-js.info/34O24Xh
The NOCN Level 3 Forest School qualification is designed for learners who will be leading groups in a Forest school programme. The focus of the course is to give the knowledge, skills and development required for facilitating learning using the Forest School approach.
Cost £950
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
11/11/2023 The Art of Rewilding Guiding / Guide Training 6 Days
Glen Feshie, Cairngorms, SCOTLAND: The Big Picture stef@scotlandbigpicture.com c-js.info/3HDsD1N
The scale and success of rewilding relies on changing the way we relate to the landscapes we live in, and the species that share our space. Enabling such a shift in mindset rests with the ability to bring rewilding to life and make it relevant to people’s everyday experiences.
Cost £1195
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
18/11/2023 The Art of Rewilding Storytelling / Communications Training 6 Days
Glen Feshie, Cairngorms, SCOTLAND: The Big Picture stef@scotlandbigpicture.com c-js.info/416OZiO
Rewilding relies on changing the way we perceive and relate to the landscapes we live in, and the species that share our space. This course will explore the social and cultural barriers to rewilding, and the techniques to effectively communicate the complex messages associated with the restoration of living systems.
Cost £1195
04/03/2024 Level 3 Certificate in Leading Forest School 8 Days
Ferry Meadows Country Park, Peterborough, Nene Park Trust 01733 234193 anna.thompson@neneparktrust.org.uk c-js.info/3IPwxWa
This training is designed for those who would like to run a forest school programme. The theory elements will be delivered in the comfortable surroundings of the Lakeside Meeting Room, while the practical skills sessions will take place outdoors in our dedicated Forest School site.
Cost £950
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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