Diploma in Skills and Activities for Sport and Active Leisure (Outdoor Education) Level 3
A Level
In Ashington
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A Level
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Location
Ashington
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Different dates available
The Level 3 Diploma in Outdoor Education is for people interested in a career in the outdoor industry and in developing their existing outdoor activity leadership skills, knowledge, qualifications and experience. The program offers progression for students who have completed the first year programme in outdoor education and training or to individuals who already have the relevant level of experience provided by the first year programme.
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About this course
You need a Level 2 qualification related to the outdoor industry, e.g. year 1 programme or appropriate experience of working within the outdoor industry (which includes instructing groups) and have 4 GCSEs at C or above (or equivalent level 2 qualification).
EDEXCEL Diploma in Skills and Activities for Sport and Active Leisure (Outdoor Education) (QCF) Level 3
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Subjects
- Leadership
- IT
- Skills and Training
Course programme
What will I study on the course?
The Level 3 Diploma in Outdoor Education will look to develop existing leadership and personal skills in kayaking, canoeing, mountaineering, high ropes, hill walking, team-building, orienteering, and rock climbing. Facilitation skills and teaching methods will be developed using external client groups through our Kirkley Hall Outdoor Activity Centre.
The following units are studied:
Outdoor and Adventurous Activities
Principles and Practices in Outdoor Adventure
Skills for Land-Based Outdoor and Adventurous Activities
Skills for Water-Based Outdoor and Adventurous Activities
Outdoor and Adventurous Expeditions
Alternative Pursuits for Outdoor Adventure
Level 3 students are also trained and qualified as High Ropes and zip-wire Instructors at our Kirkley Hall Activity Centre. In addition, students will also complete the assessment expedition for the SLUK Level 3 Basic Expedition Leader (BEL) Award, work towards BCU 3 and 4 star awards and complete a BCU fundamentals workshop as part of the program. BCU Foundation Safety and Rescue Training is also covered and students will have the opportunity to gain the pre-requisites for a range of NGB's, e.g. MLT SPA, BCU L1 and L2 Coach, MLT ML(S).
This qualification may also be linked to, and completed in conjunction with, another L3 course, e.g. NCFE.
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Diploma in Skills and Activities for Sport and Active Leisure (Outdoor Education) Level 3