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.
27/10/2020 Fieldwork workshop - Bioprofiles 1 Day
Webinar, Learning through Landscapes +447818424476 rstaples-rolfe@ltl.org.uk c-js.info/3jwHlta
Part of the Bioprofiles Erasmus + project this workshop will look at ways to take 10-15 year olds outdoors for fieldwork using IT to assess their environment. We will share case studies from schools and introduce the range of resources that will free to download.
Free Course
01/11/2020 Train the Online Trainer (on demand) 2 Days
Online, Centre for Ecology & Hydrology 01491 69 2225 UKCEHtraining@ceh.ac.uk 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)
05/11/2020 Outdoor Numeracy & Literacy Training Courses 1 or 0.5 Days
Hampton Vale Primary School, Peterborough, Wild Learning 07807620976 sarah@wild-learning.com www.wild-learning.com
Join us to explore a range of outdoor activity ideas focused on delving into the National Curriculum outdoors. Ideal for those working at EYFS, KS1 & KS2 with opportunities to differentiate as needed. Take away; ideas, confidence, written session plans, supporting risk assessments and some basic resources.
Cost £60 for the full day
06/11/2020 Outdoor Science & Living History Training Courses 1 or 0.5 Days
Hampton Vale Primary School, Peterborough, Wild Learning 07807620976 sarah@wild-learning.com www.wild-learning.com
Make your history lessons come alive by taking them outside. Join us to learn some easy to achieve curriculum linked activity ideas. Hands-on Science? the only way to learn, how about exploring these concepts outdoors? Join us to explore outdoor lesson plans. Ideal for those working at KS1 and KS2.
Cost £60 for the full day
06/11/2020 Level 1 Award: Introduction to Forest School Principles 3 Days
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Scotswood Garden 0191 275 0000 harriet@sncg.org.uk c-js.info/2Wb9xr7
The level 1 is suitable for people at the start of their forest school journey, giving an overview of the principles, introducing many of the skills, and providing a range of ideas for activities and games that learners can introduce in their own settings. Runs over 3 days November 2020
Cost £260
10/11/2020 'How healthy is your rainforest?' Plantlife survey 1 hour Days
South West UK, Plantlife kate.hind@plantlife.org.uk c-js.info/35dKNCW
Is your school based in the South West? We are running two training sessions this year on how to run our school citizen science survey 'How healthy is your rainforest?'.
Cost £Free
14/11/2020 General Forest School and outdoor learning skills day in the woods 1 Day
Park Farm, LE67 6PD, Park Farm Training Centre 0777585722 kate@holmsdalemanor.co.uk forestschoolcourses.co.uk
Opportunity to learn or refine skills include shelter building, knots, making furniture, rope ladders and swing, fire lighting, campfire cooking, species ID and more!
Cost £35
16/11/2020 L2 Outdoor Learning Practitioner 2 Days
Winslow, Muddy Feet 07432611000 muddyfeettraining@gmail.com www.muddyfeettraining.co.uk
Two day course is designed to get you teaching outdoors. You will experience practical low cost outdoor activities linked to the EYFS, KS1 and KS2 curriculum. You will understand the benefits of holistic outdoor learning and understand the environmental impacts. You will plan and prepare sessions.
Cost £270
16/11/2020 L3 Coordinating an outdoor curriculum 4 Days
winslow, Muddy Feet 07432611000 muddyfeettraining@gmail.com www.muddyfeettraining.co.uk
This four?day course is designed for those who are championing outdoor learning within their organisation. You will understand the background of outdoor learning and conduct?a review of research & practice in recent years. You will audit?existing provision and practice, create?procedures and best practice guidelines for making outdoor learning part of a whole school educational strategy. You will understand site planning,?sustainable management and be able to plan year round programmes. You will need to have a site and group identified as you will be expected to implement your outdoor learning programme.?
Cost £600
16/11/2020 Forest School Refresher & Networking Event 0.5 Day
Forge Farm, Cropredy, Nr Banbury, Oxfordshire, Wild Learning 07807620976 sarah@wild-learning.com www.wild-learning.com
Refresh some Forest School practical skills and network with like-minded others. We?ll provide the opportunity for you to get hands on with tools, fire, shelters and knots. Bring some lunch to cook on the campfire and some ideas to share.
Cost £30
18/11/2020 Raising Standards in Literacy 0.5 Day
Shorne Woods Country Park , Kent Country Parks 03000 413500 kentcountryparkslearning@kent.gov.uk www.kent.gov.uk/kentcountryparks
This half day course will give you some exciting, practical and innovative outdoor literacy ideas to engage all abilities and learning styles
Cost £80
18/11/2020 Raising Standards in Numeracy 0.5 Day
Shorne Woods Country Park , Kent Country Parks 03000 413500 kentcountryparkslearning@kent.gov.uk www.kent.gov.uk/kentcountryparks
This half day course will give you endless opportunities to explore numeracy in the natural environment
Cost £80
23/11/2020 Outdoor Learning Coordinator (Level 3) Training Course 2 Days
Forge Farm, Cropredy, Nr Banbury, Oxfordshire, Wild Learning 07807620976 sarah@wild-learning.com www.wild-learning.com
A professional qualification which looks at the context behind outdoor learning, how to embed this as a whole school strategy, how to plan for an all year round programme of outdoor learning and how to cascade knowledge and enthuse others to get outside the classroom. Entry Requirements apply.
Cost £600
24/11/2020 South Downs Beelines Competition 1 Day
Webinar, Learning through Lanscapes 07818424476 rstaples-rolfe@ltl.org.uk c-js.info/3jeL4ul
Beelines workshops are fully funded outdoor learning events that will inspire and equip you as a teacher to lead changes for Pollinators. You will hear about how you can apply for financial support to make changes in your school grounds if you are within the South Downs National Park.
Cost £FREE
26/11/2020 'How healthy is your rainforest?' Plantlife survey 1 Day
Online South West UK, Plantlife kate.hind@plantlife.org.uk c-js.info/35dKNCW
Is your school based in the South West? We are running two training sessions this year on how to run our school citizen science survey 'How healthy is your rainforest?'.
Cost £Free
04/12/2020 Learning Beyond the Classroom Level 3 1 Day
Park Farm, LE67 6PD, Park Farm Training Centre 0777585722 kate@holmsdalemanor.co.uk forestschoolcourses.co.uk
A 1 day accredited course, developed with input from the IOL and CLOtC, for those wishing to support learning beyond the constraints of a classroom- suitable for teachers, scout/guide leaders, plus those working in conservation education, field studies, NGOs. It aims to break down barriers and empower educators.
Cost £299
20/12/2020 General Forest School and outdoor learning skills day in the woods 1 Day
Park Farm, LE67 6PD, Park Farm Training Centre 0777585722 kate@holmsdalemanor.co.uk forestschoolcourses.co.uk
Opportunity to learn or refine skills include shelter building, knots, making furniture, rope ladders and swing, fire lighting, campfire cooking, species ID and more!
Cost £35
06/02/2021 General Forest School and outdoor learning skills day in the woods 1 Day
Park Farm, LE67 6PD, Park Farm Training Centre 0777585722 kate@holmsdalemanor.co.uk forestschoolcourses.co.uk
Opportunity to learn or refine skills include shelter building, knots, making furniture, rope ladders and swing, fire lighting, campfire cooking, species ID and more!
Cost £35
27/03/2021 Woodland Activity Leader Training 7 Days
Findhorn, Wild things! +441309690450 elspeth@wild-things.org.uk
A unique alternative to Forest School which consolidates the most essential outdoor skills needed to lead your own exciting outdoor sessions. WALT empowers educators with the skills, knowledge and expertise to deliver inspiring environmental education, tailored to the needs of their students.
Cost £625
06/04/2021 Wild Beach Leader Level 3 4 Days
Lee on Solent beach and Hurst Spit, Milford on Sea (2 days at each location), Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust forestschool@hiwwt.org.uk c-js.info/3lWZy3Y
Four days of experiential learning on the beach including taking the Forest School ethos to the beach, risk benefit analysis, marine wildlife identification, understanding tides, shelter, games and activities.
Cost £410
30/04/2021 Learning Beyond the Classroom Level 3 1 Day
Park Farm, LE67 6PD, Park Farm Training Centre 0777585722 kate@holmsdalemanor.co.uk forestschoolcourses.co.uk
A 1 day accredited course, developed with input from the IOL and CLOtC, for those wishing to support learning beyond the constraints of a classroom- suitable for teachers, scout/guide leaders, plus those working in conservation education, field studies, NGOs. It aims to break down barriers and empower educators.
Cost £299
01/05/2021 General Forest School and outdoor learning skills day in the woods 1 Day
Park Farm, LE67 6PD, Park Farm Training Centre 0777585722 kate@holmsdalemanor.co.uk forestschoolcourses.co.uk
Opportunity to learn or refine skills include shelter building, knots, making furniture, rope ladders and swing, fire lighting, campfire cooking, species ID and more!
Cost £35
11/05/2021 Certificate for Forest School Leaders Level 3 10 Days
Swanwick Lakes nature reserve, Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust forestschool@hiwwt.org.uk c-js.info/3dFreY1
Five days of training in theory and practice to cover: Planning an Introduction to Forest School programme; Learning and development at a Forest School programme; Practical skills for a Forest School programme; The Woodland Environment; Delivery of an Introduction to Forest School programme. See our website for pre booking information and online booking through Eventbrite.
Cost £995
28/06/2021 Learning Beyond the Classroom Level 3 1 Day
Park Farm, LE67 6PD, Park Farm Training Centre 0777585722 kate@holmsdalemanor.co.uk forestschoolcourses.co.uk
A 1 day accredited course, developed with input from the IOL and CLOtC, for those wishing to support learning beyond the constraints of a classroom- suitable for teachers, scout/guide leaders, plus those working in conservation education, field studies, NGOs. It aims to break down barriers and empower educators.
Cost £299
17/07/2021 General Forest School and outdoor learning skills day in the woods 1 Day
Park Farm, LE67 6PD, Park Farm Training Centre 0777585722 kate@holmsdalemanor.co.uk forestschoolcourses.co.uk
Opportunity to learn or refine skills include shelter building, knots, making furniture, rope ladders and swing, fire lighting, campfire cooking, species ID and more!
Cost £35
09/10/2021 General Forest School and outdoor learning skills day in the woods 1 Day
Park Farm, LE67 6PD, Park Farm Training Centre 0777585722 kate@holmsdalemanor.co.uk forestschoolcourses.co.uk
Opportunity to learn or refine skills include shelter building, knots, making furniture, rope ladders and swing, fire lighting, campfire cooking, species ID and more!
Cost £35
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