Forest Educator Advancement (October 2025) - Grade 3
The upcoming Level 3 Forest School Leader training is set to begin on the 13th of October 2025, with additional sessions scheduled for the 11th-13th November 2025 and 24th-25th November 2025. This course, aimed at early years practitioners, teachers, teaching assistants, youth workers, adults, and professionals in training to become a Forest School Leader, will take place at Foxburrow Nature Reserve, IP12 1NA, and is operated by What3Words.
The course spans 180 hours in total, with guided learning hours for the qualification being 155. It is divided into five units: Practical Skills, Planning and Preparation, Woodland Environment, Delivery, and Learning and Development. All participants will be required to complete a coursework portfolio within 12 months, plan and deliver a six-week Forest School programme, and attend mentoring days.
To participate, individuals must be over 21 years old and hold a qualification at Level 2 or above in teaching or youth work, or have significant experience of working with young people. A suitable First Aid qualification, such as a 16-hour First Aid with an outdoor element, is also required before delivering Forest School.
The course does not specify any accommodation options, and dogs are only allowed as assistance dogs. Overnight camps are not an option, and participants should bring a packed lunch, suitable outdoor clothing, stout shoes or boots, and a camera for recording activities. Hot drinks, all required paperwork, and tools and equipment for outdoor tasks will be provided.
The course uses a platform called Moodle to submit and mark all coursework. Participants are required to read and agree to the terms and conditions and Learner Agreement before booking. The course is certified by AIM Qualifications and Assessment Group.
For those with limited mobility, it is recommended to contact the organizer in advance. The course does not allow participants to bring their own tools. The cost of the course is £1199, with an option to pay in instalments.
For those seeking additional conservation jobs or courses, it is recommended to visit www.environmentjob.co.uk. However, the course does not provide details about such opportunities.
As the course does not specify a particular organization offering the Level 3 Forest School Leader training, it is advisable to contact the organizers directly for detailed information.
The Level 3 Forest School Leader training, which is operated by What3Words, offers education-and-self-development opportunities through learning about forest school practices. The course, aimed at various professionals, includes units like Practical Skills, Planning and Preparation, Woodland Environment, Delivery, and Learning and Development.
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