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.
28/01/2022 Environmental Education Skills 2022 (Fridays) 6 Days
Online, EcoTraining 07786 444 816 info@ecotraining.org.uk c-js.info/3pQad5Q
Across six weekly sesions, we will help you to take your emotional connection with nature and the natural environment and use that to develop your skills in engaging a wide range of groups in connecting with nature.
Cost £275
07/02/2022 Online Woodland Activity Leader Training Theory Course 4 Days
Online, Wind Things 01309 690450 enquiries@wild-things.org.uk c-js.info/3vQ60zU
Start your Outdoor Leader career by learning the theory part of our Woodland Activity Leader Training course online, then follow up when you are ready with a short practical 3 day course to complete your qualification.
Cost £200
24/02/2022 An Introduction to Changing Behaviours: Environment & Conservation 1 Day
Moorland Discovery Centre, Longshaw, Peak District, Katherine Clarke, Bee Kinder 01298 872815 bee_kinder@yahoo.com c-js.info/3qnokPN
Using theories and models of behaviour change you can develop effective strategies and interventions to place people at the heart of looking after our outdoor spaces - enabling people to be part of the solution to nature conservation. This one day course runs just in time for the busy visitor season.
Cost £95
25/02/2022 Applying Behaviour Change: Environment & Conservation 1 Day
Moorland Discovery Centre, Longshaw, Peak District, Katherine Clarke, Bee Kinder 01298 872815 bee_kinder@yahoo.com c-js.info/3qnokPN
This follow on course looks at applying Behaviour Change techniques to inspire and enable people to respect, protect and enjoy places managed for people and wildlife. Book both 'An Introduction to Changing Behaviours' and 'Applying Behaviour Change' for a discounted price.
Cost £95
26/02/2022 Woodland Activity Leader Training 6 Days
Findhorn, Wild Things 01309 690450 enquiries@wild-things.org.uk c-js.info/2X1V6W8
Take our Woodland Activity Leader Training course over 3 weekends in February, March, and April 2022. Enhance your skills to lead groups outdoors. This course will provide you with the learning and knowledge you require. This is an accredited course and an alternative to forest school training.
Cost £625
08/03/2022 CPD for Forest School; Exploring Ideas for Weaponry and Magic 1 Day
Daventry Country Park, Daventry, Northamptonshire, Forge Learning 07807620976 sarah@forge-learning.co.uk c-js.info/3IuvrvZ
Hands-on workshop exploring practical activity ideas themed on weapons and magic
Free Course
09/03/2022 CPD for Forest School; Exploring Ideas for Weaponry and Magic 1 Day
Rough Close Scout Activity Campsite, Coventry, Warwickshire, Forge Learning 07807620976 sarah@forge-learning.co.uk c-js.info/3IuvrvZ
Hands-on workshop exploring practical activity ideas themed on weapons and magic
Free Course
10/03/2022 CPD for Forest School; Exploring Ideas for Weaponry and Magic 1 Day
Forge Farm, Cropredy, Banbury, Oxfordshire, Forge Learning 07807620976 sarah@forge-learning.co.uk c-js.info/3IuvrvZ
Hands-on workshop exploring practical activity ideas themed on weapons and magic
Free Course
14/03/2022 Learning Beyond the Classroom (Level 3) Training Course 1 Day
Forge Farm, Cropredy, Banbury, Oxfordshire, Forge Learning 07807620976 sarah@forge-learning.co.uk c-js.info/3IuvrvZ
An accredited training course exploring curriculum-based outdoor learning. Designed to boost confidence and cover all aspects of successfully managing outdoor learning.
Free Course
15/03/2022 Level 1 - Award in Forest School Principles 2 Days
Bradfield Woods nr Bury St Edmunds , Suffolk Wildlife Trust 01473 890089 accreditedtraining@suffolkwildlifetrust.org c-js.info/35jNH7N
This course is aimed at those who are interested in learning more about the Forest School approach to learning and who would like to help out at an existing Forest School.?
15/03/2022 Outdoor Learning Activity Ideas Workshop 1 Day
Forge Farm, Cropredy, Banbury, Oxfordshire, Forge Learning 07807620976 sarah@forge-learning.co.uk c-js.info/3IuvrvZ
A day course covering a wide range of 'take-away' ideas for inspired curriculum-based outdoor learning. Suitable for those working with EYFS, KS1 and KS2
Free Course
16/03/2022 Level 2 - Forest School Assistant 4 Days
Bradfield Woods nr Bury St Edmunds , Suffolk Wildlife Trust 01473 890089 accreditedtraining@suffolkwildlifetrust.org c-js.info/35jNH7N
This course is designed for individuals wishing to assist with the delivery of a forest school programme.
21/03/2022 Forest School Leader (Level 3) Training Course 5.5 Days
Ferry Meadows Country Park, Peterborough, Cambridgshire, Forge Learning 07807620976 sarah@forge-learning.co.uk c-js.info/3IuvrvZ
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
21/03/2022 Forest School Assistant (Level 2) Training Course 4.5 Days
Ferry Meadows Country Park, Peterborough, Cambridgshire, Forge Learning 07807620976 sarah@forge-learning.co.uk c-js.info/3IuvrvZ
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
28/03/2022 Level 3 - Forest School leader 8 Days
Bradfield Woods nr Bury St Edmunds , Suffolk Wildlife Trust 01473 890089 accreditedtraining@suffolkwildlifetrust.org c-js.info/35jNH7N
Eight days of training?to cover Forest School programme delivery, learning and development, planning and preparation, practical skills and the woodland environment.?
28/03/2022 Forest School Leader (Level 3) Training Course 5.5 Days
Rough Close Scout Activity Campsite, Coventry, Warwickshire, Forge Learning 07807620976 sarah@forge-learning.co.uk c-js.info/3IuvrvZ
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
28/03/2022 Forest School Assistant (Level 2) Training Course 4.5 Days
Rough Close Scout Activity Campsite, Coventry, Warwickshire, Forge Learning 07807620976 sarah@forge-learning.co.uk c-js.info/3IuvrvZ
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
08/04/2022 Great planning for fabulous and effective visitor experience programmes 1 Day
Moorland Discovery Centre, Longshaw, Peak District, Katherine Clarke, Bee Kinder 01298 872815 bee_kinder@yahoo.com c-js.info/3qnokPN
Never has it been more important for us to deliver streamlined, efficient and cost-effective visitor experiences; ensuring we deliver ‘need to do’ activities and programmes which are tied into the overall management objectives of our places.
Cost £65
09/04/2022 Woodland Activity Leader Training 7 Days
Findhorn, Wild Things 01309 690450 enquiries@wild-things.org.uk c-js.info/2X1V6W8
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
21/04/2022 Facilitation for higher participation 1 Day
Moorland Discovery Centre, Longshaw, Peak District, Katherine Clarke, Bee Kinder 01298 872815 bee_kinder@yahoo.com c-js.info/3qnokPN
Given the opportunity, confidence and support, young people can and should design, steer and deliver their environmental youth group sessions, whilst adult leaders take on the role of supportive facilitators. This session helps you discover your inner facilitator and youths explore their leadership role. £65 adult, £25 accompanying youth.
Cost £65
22/04/2022 Learning for life - delivering outdoor learning & play 1 Day
Moorland Discovery Centre, Longshaw, Peak District, Katherine Clarke, Bee Kinder 01298 872815 bee_kinder@yahoo.com c-js.info/3qnokPN
Science doesn’t lie and it's telling us the natural world is good for our health! In this hands-on session we will cover the benefits of learning and playing outside, Maslow's hierarchy of needs, the Five Pathways to Nature Connectedness, noticing nature, and wellbeing, effective delivery techniques and designing outdoor spaces.
Cost £65
28/04/2022 Learning Beyond the Classroom (Level 3) Training Course 1 Day
Daventry Country Park, Daventry, Northamptonshire, Forge Learning 07807620976 sarah@forge-learning.co.uk c-js.info/3IuvrvZ
An accredited training course exploring curriculum-based outdoor learning. Designed to boost confidence and cover all aspects of successfully managing outdoor learning.
Free Course
29/04/2022 Outdoor Learning Activity Ideas Workshop 1 Day
Daventry Country Park, Daventry, Northamptonshire, Forge Learning 07807620976 sarah@forge-learning.co.uk c-js.info/3IuvrvZ
A day course covering a wide range of 'take-away' ideas for inspired curriculum-based outdoor learning. Suitable for EYFS, KS1 and KS2
Free Course
11/05/2022 Level 3 - Wild Beach Leader 3 Days
Felixstowe, Suffolk, Suffolk Wildlife Trust 01473 890089 accreditedtraining@suffolkwildlifetrust.org c-js.info/35jNH7N
This three day? course will provide teachers, support staff, outdoor educators and?youth group leaders?with the skills and confidence to deliver outdoor education on the coast.
16/05/2022 Exploring Ideas for Outdoor Play Workshop 1 Day
Archway House West Woodlands, Kings Clipstone, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, Forge Learning 07807620976 sarah@forge-learning.co.uk c-js.info/3IuvrvZ
A hands-on workshop exploring a wide range of outdoor play ideas, opportunities and inspiration.
Free Course
16/05/2022 Forest School Taster Session 1 Day
Archway House West Woodlands, Kings Clipstone, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, Forge Learning 07807620976 sarah@forge-learning.co.uk c-js.info/3IuvrvZ
Join us for a free Forest School taster session and find out if this inspirational approach is for you and your setting
Free Course
27/05/2022 Forest School Level 1 1 Day
Park Farm Training Centre, Holmsdale Manor Forest School 07775857222 kate@holmsdalemanor.co.uk
Accredited Level 1 Forest School course (we also have a range of Level 2 and 3 dates).
Cost £299
27/05/2022 Forest School Taster Day 1 Day
Park Farm Training Centre, Holmsdale Manor Forest School 07775857222 kate@holmsdalemanor.co.uk
Taster day (unaccredited- can also complete as an accredited course if you want a certificate) introducing the ethos of Forest School and giving a flavour of the experiences for participants.
Cost £50
28/05/2022 Environmental Education Skills 2022 (Saturdays) 6 Days
Online, EcoTraining 07786 444 816 info@ecotraining.org.uk c-js.info/3pQad5Q
Across six weekly sesions, we will help you to take your emotional connection with nature and the natural environment and use that to develop your skills in engaging a wide range of groups in connecting with nature.
Cost £345
06/06/2022 Online and in person Woodland Activity Leader Trianing 7 Days
The Ecology Centre, Kinghorn and Online, Wild Things 01309 690450 enquiries@wild-things.org.uk c-js.info/3vQ60zU
Join us online to take the theory part of this course. Then complete the qualification with a 3 day practical course at the wonderful Ecology Centre in Kinghorn, Fife. Learn to lead outdoor groups and gain the skills and confidence you need.
Cost £725
06/06/2022 Online Theory Coastal Activity Leader Training Course 4 Days
Online, Wild Things 01309 690450 enquiries@wild-things.org.uk c-js.info/2QzQyBR
I you want to take your outdoor groups to the coast or beach, our Coastal Activity Leader Training course will get you started. Take the theory online and then follow up with our short 3 day course to complete the qualification.
Cost £200
08/06/2022 Forest School Assistant (Level 2) Training Course 4.5 Days
Forge Farm, Cropredy, Banbury, Oxfordshire, Forge Learning 07807620976 sarah@forge-learning.co.uk c-js.info/3IuvrvZ
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
08/06/2022 Forest School Leader (Level 3) Training Course 5.5 Days
Forge Farm, Cropredy, Banbury, Oxfordshire, Forge Learning 07807620976 sarah@forge-learning.co.uk c-js.info/3IuvrvZ
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
16/06/2022 Exploring the Numeracy and Literacy Curriculum Outdoors 1 Day
Archway House West Woodlands, Kings Clipstone, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, Forge Learning 07807620976 sarah@forge-learning.co.uk c-js.info/3IuvrvZ
A day course covering a wide range of 'take-away' ideas for inspired curriculum-based numeracy & literacy outdoor learning. Suitable for those working with EYFS, KS1 and KS2
Free Course
17/06/2022 Learning Beyond the Classroom (Level 3) Training Course 1 Day
Archway House West Woodlands, Kings Clipstone, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, Forge Learning 07807620976 sarah@forge-learning.co.uk c-js.info/3IuvrvZ
An accredited training course exploring curriculum-based outdoor learning. Designed to boost confidence and cover all aspects of successfully managing outdoor learning.
Free Course
02/07/2022 Woodland Activity Leader Training 7 Days
Findhorn, Wild Things 01309 690450 enquiries@wild-things.org.uk c-js.info/2X1V6W8
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
12/07/2022 Practical Coastal Activity Leader Training Course 3 Days
Lunderston Bay, Gourock, Wild Things 01309 690450 enquiries@wild-things.org.uk c-js.info/2QzQyBR
This short 3 day course is the practical part of our Coastal Activity Leader Training. To book this you must first book (or have completed) the theory part of the course. Please see our website for more details.
Cost £525
30/07/2022 Woodland Activity Leader Training 7 Days
Findhorn, Wild Things 01309 690450 enquiries@wild-things.org.uk c-js.info/2X1V6W8
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
01/08/2022 Level 3 - Forest School leader 8 Days
Foxburrow Farm, Woodbridge, Suffolk Wildlife Trust 01473 890089 accreditedtraining@suffolkwildlifetrust.org c-js.info/35jNH7N
Eight days of training?to cover Forest School programme delivery, learning and development, planning and preparation, practical skills and the woodland environment.?
20/09/2022 CPD for Forest School; Christmas Inspired Makes and Activities 1 Day
Daventry Country Park, Daventry, Northamptonshire, Forge Learning 07807620976 sarah@forge-learning.co.uk c-js.info/3IuvrvZ
Hands-on workshop exploring practical activity ideas themed on Christmas
Free Course
21/09/2022 CPD for Forest School; Christmas Inspired Makes and Activities 1 Day
Rough Close Scout Activity Campsite, Coventry, Warwickshire, Forge Learning 07807620976 sarah@forge-learning.co.uk c-js.info/3IuvrvZ
Hands-on workshop exploring practical activity ideas themed on Christmas
Free Course
22/09/2022 CPD for Forest School; Christmas Inspired Makes and Activities 1 Day
Forge Farm, Cropredy, Banbury, Oxfordshire, Forge Learning 07807620976 sarah@forge-learning.co.uk c-js.info/3IuvrvZ
Hands-on workshop exploring practical activity ideas themed on Christmas
Free Course
26/09/2022 Forest School Refresher & Networking Event 1 Day
Ferry Meadows Country Park, Peterborough, Cambridgshire, Forge Learning 07807620976 sarah@forge-learning.co.uk c-js.info/3IuvrvZ
CPD for Forest School; An on-site event refreshing practical skills and networking
Free Course
27/09/2022 Forest School Refresher & Networking Event 1 Day
Rough Close Scout Activity Campsite, Coventry, Warwickshire, Forge Learning 07807620976 sarah@forge-learning.co.uk c-js.info/3IuvrvZ
CPD for Forest School; An on-site event refreshing practical skills and networking
Free Course
28/09/2022 Forest School Refresher & Networking Event 1 Day
Forge Farm, Cropredy, Banbury, Oxfordshire, Forge Learning 07807620976 sarah@forge-learning.co.uk c-js.info/3IuvrvZ
CPD for Forest School; An on-site event refreshing practical skills and networking
Free Course
05/10/2022 Forest School Assistant (Level 2) Training Course 4.5 Days
Daventry Country Park, Daventry, Northamptonshire, Forge Learning 07807620976 sarah@forge-learning.co.uk c-js.info/3IuvrvZ
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
05/10/2022 Forest School Leader (Level 3) Training Course 5.5 Days
Daventry Country Park, Daventry, Northamptonshire, Forge Learning 07807620976 sarah@forge-learning.co.uk c-js.info/3IuvrvZ
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
10/10/2022 Forest School Assistant (Level 2) Training Course 4.5 Days
Archway House West Woodlands, Kings Clipstone, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, Forge Learning 07807620976 sarah@forge-learning.co.uk c-js.info/3IuvrvZ
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
10/10/2022 Forest School Leader (Level 3) Training Course 5.5 Days
Archway House West Woodlands, Kings Clipstone, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, Forge Learning 07807620976 sarah@forge-learning.co.uk c-js.info/3IuvrvZ
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
15/10/2022 Woodland Activity Leader Training 7 Days
Findhorn, Wild Things 01309 690450 enquiries@wild-things.org.uk c-js.info/2X1V6W8
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
19/10/2022 Level 1 - Award in Forest School Principles 2 Days
Foxburrow Farm, Woodbridge, Suffolk Wildlife Trust 01473 890089 accreditedtraining@suffolkwildlifetrust.org c-js.info/35jNH7N
This course is aimed at those who are interested in learning more about the Forest School approach to learning and who would like to help out at an existing Forest School.?
19/10/2022 Level 2 - Forest School Assistant 4 Days
Foxburrow Farm, Woodbridge, Suffolk Wildlife Trust 01473 890089 accreditedtraining@suffolkwildlifetrust.org c-js.info/35jNH7N
This course is designed for individuals wishing to assist with the delivery of a forest school programme.
03/11/2022 Learning Beyond the Classroom (Level 3) Training Course 1 Day
Rough Close Scout Activity Campsite, Coventry, Warwickshire, Forge Learning 07807620976 sarah@forge-learning.co.uk c-js.info/3IuvrvZ
An accredited training course exploring curriculum-based outdoor learning. Designed to boost confidence and cover all aspects of successfully managing outdoor learning.
Free Course
04/11/2022 Outdoor Learning Activity Ideas Workshop 1 Day
Rough Close Scout Activity Campsite, Coventry, Warwickshire, Forge Learning 07807620976 sarah@forge-learning.co.uk c-js.info/3IuvrvZ
A day course covering a wide range of 'take-away' ideas for inspired curriculum-based outdoor learning. Suitable for EYFS, KS1 and KS2
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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