Level 3 Certificate in Forest School Leadership
The Level 3 Certificate in Forest School Leadership will qualify and equip you to research, deliver and evaluate a dynamic programme of Forest School Sessions in your setting. Many find the course a revelatory experience. It can be a chance to renew and reinvigorate your teaching practice and deepen your connection with nature.
Our upcoming course is set to begin in Spring 2025. Join our waiting list today to be the first to know when applications open!
Increasing Recognition
There is an increasing recognition of the value of outdoor learning amongst teachers, parents, policy makers and of course learners themselves.
Success for Struggling Learners
Learners who struggle most in classrooms find Forest School to be an arena of success.
Discover Hidden Abilities
Opportunities for self-directed learning and closer observation of learners can reveal otherwise hidden characteristics and abilities.
Valuable for Professionals
Valuable to people working with young people and adults in a diverse range of disciplines, such as counselling and therapeutic services.
Course Overview
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8 face-to-face teaching days
You will cover in depth the five units of the specification. Ecology, learning theory, planning and delivery are explored and explained in a range of practical and academic sessions.
2
Completion of a written portfolio
84 hours of self-study time, which may usually be completed over 3-6 months.
3
Assessment
Plan and deliver a programme of 6 pilot forest school sessions to the same group of children (or other participants) with one of the sessions being observed by one of the course assessors.
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Investment:
£995.00
A deposit is required to secure your place, though full payment is due if the course start date is within 30 days.
If you are unable to meet the cost of the course in full right away, an arrangement may be made for course fees to be paid in instalments by Direct Debit.