Level 2 Training:
Forest School Assistant
ICT Accredited – Level 2 Forest School Assistant
Location – Foresteers at Greenhead House Farm, Sheffield, Oughtibridge Lane, S35 0HN
Cost – £600 (5 covers face to face training days, online portfolio option where you can upload videos and photos, observation and assessment, tutor support throughout the course)
2 payment options:
- Can be paid in 2 installments, the 1st when booking through the website, the 2nd 4 weeks before through invoice.
- Full amount through invoice when booking, call Hayley 07780454327.
This ITC qualification is intended for those who wish to become a Forest School Assistant or intend to become a Forest School leader in the future, developing knowledge, practical skills suitable for the role.
It will be delivered by Hayley, a qualified teacher and experienced Forest School Level 3 practitioner, in a private woodland.
This course has the expectation of 5 contact face to face dys and guided study hours.
Your 5 days can be built in to the level 3 dates available above.
These sessions can also be ran 5 days in a row if there is a group booking with a minimum of 5 trainees or over consecutive days, please call 07780454327 to discuss your requirements.
Online and telephone support as needed.
As well as the practical training (how to put up a tarp, safely use tools to make something, light a fire and campfire cook) you will also be supported in understanding the Forest School ethos and how to risk assess your experiences. You will have 1 year to complete your portfolio
We strongly recommend a Forest School First Aid Qualification to pass this course. This can be through a range of providers, one can be provided on site if the whole group chooses this option, this will be an additional cost and 2 days additional training. The First Aid training enables Forest School practitioners to deal with a range of outdoor emergencies. If you work with children we recommend a Paediatric First Aid qualification to follow the Early Years Foundation Framework guidance.
I really enjoyed having the five training days over the year and focusing on each unit of the portfolio on each day. I found it a really supportive way to train and it helped a lot with completing my portfolio.
Course Entry Criteria
- The minimum age for access to these qualifications is: Level 2 Award: 16 years*
*Please note, however, that the Forest School Association recommends a minimum age of 18, as this is the recommended minimum age for Forest School Programme assistants.
- All must have a DBS check
- All must have experience of working with children and young people.
- Have access to a level 3 forest school trainer to complete the 3 consecutive forest school sessions (if not please state on booking form, we will call to discuss options.
- All participants must hold an appropriate outdoor First Aid qualification by the end of the course.
- To complete the course you will need to complete a portfolio, with hardcopy or through our learning portal where you can upload videos as evidence.
Once your course is confirmed through email you will need:
- Suitable outdoor clothing and closed toe footwear
- Packed lunch, cup and snacks
We will provide:
- Hot drinks and biscuits
- All Required portfolio paperwork
- Tools and equipment needed to complete tasks on site
- A basic camping toilet and hand wash facilities
- Suitable and passionate staff with a range of skills
- First aider on site
- A sense of community which allows individuals to be inspired and feel positive
- Reflective training which suits the needs of the clientele
Policies and Procedures
- Record Retention Policy
- Risk Assessment
- Staff Recruitment & Induction Policy
- Malpractice and Misconduct Policy
- Internal Quality Assurance Policy
- Health and Safety Policy
- Fire Policy
- Equal Opportunities and Diversity Policy
- Environmental and Sustainability Policy
- Data Protection Policy
- Customer Charter Conflict of Interest Policy
- Complaints Policy and Procedure
- Appeals Policy and Procedure
- Access to Fair Assessment
Registered Numbers:
Foresteers: 558984
Foresteers Outdoor Preschool: 2507786