This course is designed for individuals wishing to assist with the delivery of a forest school programme.
A forest school is an inspirational process that offers children, young people and adults of all abilities regular opportunities to gain confidence and raise self-worth through a series of hands-on learning experiences in school grounds and local woodlands.
What is Forest School training like? Watch this slideshow to see.
Awarding organisation
The Open College Network South East Region.
Course requirements
Participants should have experience of working with young people or adults.
All participants must be CRB checked.
Please contact Mike Murphy if you are unsure if this course is suitable for you.
Course outline
- Forest school assistant skills
- Forest school learning and development support
Commitments
- Four days (9:30 –17:00)
- Assist with the delivery of six forest school sessions
- A completed portfolio of tasks which must be submitted within one year of the start of the course.
Available dates
- 23-26 April 2012 . Friston Forest, Seaford, East Sussex
- 10-13 September 2012. Bolnore Village School, Haywards Heath
- 16th -19th October 2012 RSPCA Mallydams, Fairlight, Hastings
Maximum numbers, 14 on each course
Course costs: £400 per person, including course fees, training and assessment
To book a place and for further information please contact
Mike Murphy, Education Development Officer, Sussex Wildlife Trust,
Seven Sisters Country Park, Exceat, Seaford, East Sussex, BN25 4AD.
Tel: 01323 871328 or email here
