AIM
    Level 2
    QN: 603/2404/1
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    AIM Qualifications Level 2 Award for Forest School Assistants

    Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by AIM . Classified as a Occupational Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 54 hours.

    Qualification Level
    Level 2
    Awarding Body
    AIM
    Syllabus Units
    2 Units
    Guided Hours
    54 hrs
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    Course Syllabus & Study Modules

    Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.

    1

    Supporting a Forest School Programme: Learning and Development

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    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand the Forest School ethos, principles and holistic approach to learning and development.
    • Know how experiences can support learning and development at a Forest School.
    • Be able to perform the role of Assistant at a Forest School in relation to the Forest School ethos, principles and criteria.
    • Know how to reflect on own Forest School training.
    2

    Supporting a Forest School Programme: Practical Skills

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand the structure of woodlands.2.
    • Know how to identify a range of flora and fauna and understand the importance of identification.
    • Be able to manage the ecological impact of a Forest School programme.
    • Understand the role of risk assessment at Forest School.
    • Be able to carry out a site risk assessment and a risk-benefit assessment.
    • Be able to apply a range of practical skills relevant to a Forest School Programme.

    Regulatory & Verification Details

    Qualification Number (QN)
    603/2404/1
    Regulated Status
    Available to learners
    Awarding Body
    AIM
    Qualification Type
    Occupational Qualification
    Operational Start
    Sept 2017
    Operational End
    Aug 2026