Qualification Specifications
Coast and Forest Education offer all three levels of Forest School training with the Awarding Organisation QNUK
QNUK Level 1 Award in Forest School Ethos and Principles (RQF)
Who is this for? This qualification is an introduction to Forest School and as such does not equip you to run Forest School. It gives you an idea of the principles and practice but does not equip you to lead a group. People who attend this are generally volunteer helpers, managers who don’t want to practise but need to know what the principles and elements of practise entail, and people who wish to dip their toes in before committing to becoming recognised leaders. As such, it is a short course.
Pre-Requisites: This qualification is available to those over 14 years. Learners should be at least a level 1 numeracy and literacy or equivalent
The qualification specification can be found here
QNUK Level 2 Award for Forest School Assistants (RQF)
Who is this for? Level 2 is designed to qualify a learner to become a Forest School assistant, enabling them to take a proactive role in helping a Forest School practitioner plan and deliver a Forest School programme and supporting the learners. This course is generally approximately 60 hours and worth 6 credits
Pre-Requisites: This qualification is available to those over 16 years. Learners should be at least a level 1 numeracy and literacy or equivalent
The qualification specification can be found here
QNUK Level 3 Certificate for Forest School Leaders (RQF)
Who is this for? Level 3 is designed to qualify the trainee to become a Forest School Leader,able to set up and run a Forest School programme. Level 3 covers how to facilitate groups in a learner-centred way, and how to manage a Forest School site sustainably. It also covers the practical skills required of a Forest School Leader. Generally this course is approximately 180 hours and worth 18 credits.
Pre-Requisites: This qualification is available to those over 19 years, however Forest School Leaders are required to be 21 years of age. Learners should be at least a level 2 numeracy and literacy or equivalent.
The qualification specification can be found here
