Open Awards
Level 3
QN: 601/1727/8
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Open Awards Level 3 Certificate in Forest School Programme Leadership (RQF)
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Open Awards. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 96 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
Open Awards
Syllabus Units
5 Units
Guided Hours
96 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Delivery of a Forest School Programme
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to deliver a Forest School programme.
- Be able to assess the impact of Forest School on participants.
- Be able to evaluate a Forest School programme
2
Forest School Programmes and the Woodland Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the structures of woodlands.
- Know how to identify a range of flora and fauna.
- Understand the importance of flora and fauna identification for the Forest School Programme leader.
- Understand the management of woodlands as a sustainable learning environment.
3
Learning and Development at a Forest School Programme
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand relevant theories of learning and development and their application to a Forest School programme.
- Understand how a Forest School programme can support holistic development and learning.
- Understand the impact of behaviour on learning and development at a Forest School programme.
- Be able to reflect on own Forest School training
4
Planning a Forest School Programme
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the development of the Forest School ethos.
- Understand the ecological impact of a Forest School programme.
- Know the relevant policies and procedures required for a Forest School programme.
- Be able to plan a Forest School programme
5
Practical Skills for a Forest School Programme
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to facilitate a range of woodland skills appropriate to a Forest School programme.
- Be able to facilitate campfire management appropriate to a Forest School programme
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 601/1727/8
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- Open Awards
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Nov 2013