An outdoor learning leadership award that incorporates the Forest School practitioner award
FOREST AND OUTDOOR LEARNING AWARD Leadership Level 8
The Forest and Outdoor Learning Award (FOLA) Leadership Award at SCQF Level 8 is recognised by the Forest School Association as equivalent to the Forest School Leader Practitioner Award (Level 3), qualifying you to lead Forest School programmes independently. As part of the nationally recognised FOLA pathway, the qualification is credit rated on the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF).
This practical, person-centred qualification provides the knowledge, skills and confidence to design and lead inspiring Forest School and outdoor learning programmes that help people of all ages learn, develop and thrive through meaningful experiences in nature.
Training is delivered almost entirely outdoors through practical activities, reflection and shared learning. You will develop your own Forest School programme, complete assessment tasks throughout the course, and plan and deliver an 8-week introductory Forest School programme with a group of your choosing.
Successful graduates may also apply to become an Approved FOLA Delivery Centre, enabling their organisation to deliver accredited FOLA Skills Awards at SCQF Levels 2-5
COURSE CONTENT
- Forest school ethos and practice
- Application of learning theories and holistic development in outdoor learning
- Practical outdoor skills, using tools, woodcraft, site surveys, species identification, campfire cooking and woodland management
- Leading and managing outdoor learning and forest school sessions
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
Students must be available for all the taught elements of the course.
The cost for the course is £1,339
A current outdoor first aid certificate will be required and you will need some equipment and resources. The course leaflet gives further information.
Monthly payments plans are available, email fola@nac.ac.uk for more information. From time to time, external funding is available, please visit Skills Hub Scotland to register your interest, please note there is no guarantee that funding will be in place in time for the course starting.
