Forest Education Supervisor (October 2025) - Level 3 Qualification
Forest School Leader Training Course Announced
The Forest School Association (FSA) is offering a Level 3 Forest School Leader training course, aimed at individuals who wish to lead Forest School programmes. This comprehensive training will take place at the picturesque Foxburrow Nature Reserve (IP12 1NA) and is facilitated by FSA Registered Forest School Trainers.
Course Details
The ten-day course is divided into five units: Practical Skills, Planning and Preparation, Woodland Environment, Delivery, and Learning and Development. It will run from 9:30am - 5:30pm each day on the following dates:
- 13th-17th October 2025
- 11th-13th November 2025
- 24th-25th November 2025
The course covers Forest School programme delivery, learning and development, planning and preparation, practical skills, and the woodland environment. It includes comprehensive training on risk assessment, safety, and food hygiene, along with course materials, ongoing support, and FSA membership.
Eligibility and Cost
To enroll, candidates must meet the minimum qualification criteria, which is a Level 2 qualification in Youth Work, Child Care, Teaching, or relevant experience working with children. The cost of the course is £1199, with an option for payment in instalments.
Assistance dogs are the only dogs allowed at the course. All participants must hold a First Aid certificate before delivering Forest School. A 16-hour First Aid with an outdoor element is recommended.
Booking and Additional Information
For more information and to book a place on the course, visit www.accredited.training@our website or call the main phone number.
It is important to note that people with limited mobility are advised to contact the organizer in advance. The event is a ten-day Forest School course certified by AIM Qualifications and Assessment Group.
Hot drinks, all required paperwork, and all tools and equipment for outdoor tasks will be provided. Moodle is used for submitting and marking coursework. Participants should be over 21 and hold a qualification at Level 2 or above in teaching or youth work, or have significant experience of working with young people.
Participants are required to read and agree to the terms and conditions and Learner Agreement before booking. They should bring a packed lunch, cup, snacks, suitable outdoor clothing, sturdy shoes or boots, and a camera for recording activities.
This program prepares leaders to meet the professional and legal standards expected of Forest School practitioners in the UK, ensuring safe, effective, and quality outdoor learning environments. For more conservation jobs and courses, visit www.environmentjob.co.uk.
[1] Forest School Association. (n.d.). Forest School Leader Training. Retrieved from https://www.forestschoolassociation.org/training/forest-school-leader-training/
[2] Forest School Association. (n.d.). Level 3 Forest School Leader Training. Retrieved from https://www.forestschoolassociation.org/training/level-3-forest-school-leader-training/
The Forest School Leader Training Course, announced by the Forest School Association (FSA), is a ten-day comprehensive training designed for individuals who wish to lead Forest School programmes. This educative journey involves units on Practical Skills, Planning and Preparation, Woodland Environment, Delivery, and Learning and Development. Participants will engage in lectures and outdoor activities from 9:30am - 5:30pm on specified dates, covering topics like Forest School programme delivery, learning and development, and the woodland environment. This training also includes training on risk assessment, safety, and food hygiene, along with course materials, ongoing support, and FSA membership.
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