This course is designed for those who would like to assist in the running of Forest School programmes. You will need to work alongside a qualified Level 3 Forest School Leader at your setting to complete this assistant course.
Forest School is a proven pedagogical methodology and one which has been adopted extensively throughout Scandinavia where it has become a key element of Early Years provision. Forest School provides a unique way of creating a child-centred learning environment which fosters independence and self-esteem in children through involvement in stimulating outdoor learning activities that enhance physical, mental, social and cognitive development.
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Topics include:
Unit 1: Understanding how Forest School and Forest School experiences can support learning and development and being able to perform the role of a Forest School Assistant.
Unit 2: Sustainable woodland management, risk assessment and carrying out practical task such as using tools, erecting shelters and safe fire siting at Forest School.
Assessment tasks will result in each candidate producing a portfolio of evidence meeting each assessment criteria in each unit. To complete the Level 2 qualification, you will need to work with/alongside a Level 3 qualified Leader.
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The 3-day course involves:
4 days practical including skills assessment.
Theory is completed via our E-Learning system and can be completed at own pace (submission within 6 months)
TRAINING DAYS:
You will need to be dressed appropriately for the outdoors as this course will take place entirely outdoors.
There is free parking in the visitor centre car park.
You will need to bring a notebook, pen and lunch with you for the first 2 days of the course. There is also a cafe 2 minutes from the site if you would like to purchase lunch there during the first two days. Teas, coffees and hot chocolates will be provided throughout the course. Please bring a mug/cup.
During observation days of our Forest School sessions, a list of allergy items to avoid bringing will be provided.
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Level 2 Trainee
Course ticket - for all 4 dates.
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£500.00 |
Dare Valley Community Woodland
Unnamed Road
Aberdare
CF44 8DE
