Woodland Adventurers® Forest School training courses in Wiltshire, near Bath
​Woodland Adventurers®, Quarry Hill, Box, Corsham, Wiltshire, SN13 0NS - TRADITIONAL COURSE

Forest School Level 3

Level 3 Certificate in Forest School Programme Leadership (QCF)

  • Access to comprehensive online learning material
  • Access to online webinars to support your progress
  • Five face-to-face training days at our site in Wiltshire, UK
  • Requires completion of 5 units/written assignments
  • Sessional work required in your own setting
The Level 3 qualification provides the knowledge, understanding and skills needed for learners to take part in Forest School activities. It enables learners to experience the world beyond the classroom as an essential part of their learning and personal development.

The aim of the qualification is to:
  • develop an understanding of the principles and ethos of Forest School
  • gain skills and learning of life in the outdoors
  • prepare learners for further study and employment in the outdoors
  • gain continuing professional development
  • become a Forest School Programme Leader

Booking
FS3 TRADITIONAL COURSE

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Course programme

18 mandatory credits are required to achieve the qualification of Level 3 Certificate in Forest School Programme Leadership (QCF).  The course units and credits are as follows:
Unit 1
Forest School Programmes and the Woodland Environment
3 credits
Unit 2
Learning and Development at a Forest School Programme
6 credits
Unit 3
Planning a Forest School Programme
3 credits
Unit 4
Practical Skills for a Forest School Programme
3 credits
Unit 5
Delivery of a Forest School Programme
3 credits
The qualification is a QCF Level 3 course which is considered equivalent to an Advanced Level (A-Level) qualification. Coursework must be completed within 12 months from course commencement. 

Coursework is marked, internal verified and in addition, external verified by the awarding body. Certification is issued to students that meet the qualification standards in full and within the permitted timescales.

Flexible approach

If you are struggling with fitting the course dates into your schedule we may be able to help. For more details about our flexible approach do get in touch through our contact page.

Entry requirements

  • Minimum age is 19 years and you will need to confirm your identity.
  • Fluency in speaking and writing in English as it is a requirement that all delivery and assessment of this qualification is conducted in English.
  • Demonstrate an interest in embracing and promoting Forest School principles in educational settings.  
  • Experience working with children (or other appropriate group). Teaching qualifications are desirable but not essential. 
  • Computer literate - access to and ability to use commonly recognised word processing software packages (such as Microsoft Word), conversant in using internet search engines and websites (including creating and using confidential password access where appropriate) and use of email.

Course location

This is our traditional course requiring five days of attendance on site at our location. The location will be confirmed at the time of booking. Our main site is in Box, Corsham, Wiltshire, SN13 0NS, UK.

Students have attended this course from across the UK, Europe and further-afield, from across the world. If this presents challenges for you then do consider our blended course requiring less attendance time in person, as well as our online course which enables you to complete the course remotely. 

In some cases it may be possible to run the course at your location e.g. pre-school / school and grounds.  This depends on numbers of candidates.  If this is of interest to you then please contact us through our contact page.

In addition to attendance in person you will be offered access to online learning material to support your assignments as you progress through the five units over the year. So you will need to be able to access a reasonable internet connection and to be able to use word processing software to create PDF documents. You will need to carry out practical tasks in your location and setting, as well as complete written assignment work. Provided you meet the entry requirements, your fees are paid up to date and you have completed all assignments to the required standard then you will be able to achieve the qualification.  

Our team may arrange to visit you in your setting as appropriate but this is not mandatory.

Course attendees are from across the world, and the qualification is regulated by Ofqual, the UK Government organisation.

Ascentis (previously AptEd) is a national Awarding Organisation, regulated by Ofqual and the Welsh Government to develop and offer national qualifications on the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF).
Woodland Adventurers® Centre for Outdoor Learning (CfOL) is a registered training centre for delivering Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) approved qualifications that are listed on the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) including the Level 3 Certificate in Forest School Programme Leadership (QCF). 

The Woodland Adventurers® Centre for Outdoor Learning (CfOL) Level 3 Certificate in Forest School Programme Leadership (QCF) enables learners to gain the skills and knowledge required to plan and lead groups in Forest School Programmes and activities. It is designed to meet the needs of teachers, teaching assistants and professionals in training as a Forest School Leader.

This qualification is offered in partnership with Ascentis (previously AptEd) a national Awarding Organisation, regulated by Ofqual and the Welsh Government to develop and offer national qualifications on the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF).
Note:  All training courses are subject to minimum and maximum numbers of learners.  Should a complete course be cancelled by Woodland Adventurers then your booking will be transferred to another date or a full refund will be offered.

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