SEG Awards
Level 3
QN: 610/7061/0
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SEG Awards Level 3 Certificate for Forest School Leaders
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by SEG Awards. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 96 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
SEG 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
Forest School Programme: Delivery
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to facilitate an ‘Introduction to Forest School Programme’ according to the Forest School ethos and principles
- Be able to assess the impact of the ‘Introduction to Forest School Programme’ on participants
- Be able to evaluate an ‘Introduction to Forest School Programme
2
Forest School Programme: Learning and Development
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how the Forest School Principles and holistic methods support learning and development in relation to an ‘Introduction to Forest School Programme
- Understand the value of the play process at Forest School
- Understand relevant theories of learning and development and their application to Forest School
- Understand the impact of behaviour and relationships on learning and development at Forest School
- Know how to reflect on own Forest School training
3
Forest School Programme: Planning and Preparation
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to advocate for Forest School
- Be able to develop the underpinning documents required for a Forest School programme
- Understand impact of Forest School programmes
4
Forest School Programme: Practical Skills
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to apply a range of practical skills relevant to a Forest School programme
- Know how to facilitate a range of practical skills relevant to a Forest School programme in line with the Forest School Ethos and Principles
5
Forest School Programme: Woodland as a Learning Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the structure of Forest School sites
- Know how to identify a range of species and understand the importance of identification
- Understand the management of Forest School site
- Understand the importance of the relationship between Forest School and the woodland environment
- Be able to manage the ecological impact of a Forest School Programme
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 610/7061/0
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- SEG Awards
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Sept 2026