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L3 Certificate in Forest school Leadership (BUCKS)

Develop the skills and confidence to lead inspiring Forest School programmes. This comprehensive course includes portfolio work, practical assessments, and work-based observations, completed over 9–12 months. Ideal for educators with access to a Forest School site.

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Event Details

Our 8-day Level 3 Forest School Leader course, is designed for those who wish to lead and deliver Forest School programmes with confidence and expertise.

This comprehensive training combines:

  • Portfolio-based assessment
  • Practical skills assessment days
  • Work-based observations
  • Peer assessment

The full qualification is typically completed within 9–12 months, giving you time to embed your learning in practice. You will need access to a potential site where you can plan and run your Forest School sessions.

This qualification covers the following units

  • Forest School Programme Learning and Development
  • Planning and Preparation for Forest School programmes.
  • The Woodland Environment
  • Forest School Programme Delivery
  • Forest School Practical Skills

Entry Requirements

To join this course, you must:

  • Be 19 years or over
  • Hold a Level 2 qualification (or GCSE equivalent) in a relevant field, e.g teaching, childcare, etc.
  • Have 2 years of experience working with your intended client group
  • Identify a potential site for your Forest School delivery

Course Dates

  • Training days: 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17 March
  • Skills assessment days: 23 & 24 April
  • Daily schedule: 9.30am – 4.30pm

Venue

The Howe Park Education Centre & Hazeley Wood, Milton Keynes

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