ITC Level 3 Certificate for Forest School Leaders
This qualification is intended to provide the skills and knowledge required to set up and deliver safe and effective Forest School programmes and for those who wish to become Forest School Leaders.
Learners will gain skills and/or knowledge in:
- Forest School Programme: Delivery - Deliver, assess and evaluate a Forest School programme.
- Forest School Programme: Learning and Development - Application of learning and development theory, understanding of impact of behaviour to learning and development, holistic learning and development at Forest School.
- Forest School Programme: Planning and Preparation - The development of Forest School ethos supported by policies and procedures and understanding the ecological impact when planning a Forest School Programme.
- Forest School Programme: Practical Skills - Facilitating a range of woodland skills, including campfire management appropriate to a Forest School Programme.
- Forest School Programme: The Woodland as a Learning Environment - Forest School and woodland site structure, identification of flora and fauna, and sustainable woodland management at Forest School.
How is this Qualification Assessed?
This qualification is assessed by a portfolio of evidence.
Qualification Time
96 Guided Learning Hours
Plus additional self-guided study time
Additional Information
Qualification Number - 610/7749/5 Regulated Qualification Framework (RQF) Link
This qualification was developed in collaboration with the Forest School Association (FSA) and the Forest School Awarding Organisation Forum.
Does this qualification attract funding?
Yes, ELCAS (for further information consult Learning Aims Reference Service)
Can this qualification be delivered as part of a blended or remote learning programme?
No
Related Qualifications
ITC Level 1 Award in Forest School Ethos and Principles
ITC Level 2 Award for Forest School Assistants
ITC Level 3 Award in Learning Beyond the Classroom
Tags
Forest School, Outdoor Learning, Woodland Learning
