Level 5 - FOLA Developing the Forest School and Outdoor Learning Leader
This qualification supports a person to become a ‘Developing Leader’, who would be confident participating in the leadership of groups of other learners in Forest School and outdoor activities.
Provider
Scotland's Rural College, Parkgate (A mix of both online and in-person sessions)Enquire via the Scotland's Rural College website.
Description
This award at Level 5 consolidates knowledge and skills of being in forest and outdoor spaces and supports the learner in developing the learning of others. The approach to learning is to focus on the person holistically within the forest and outdoor environment for their mutual benefit. What is involved? - The Forest School ethos and instruction to learning pedagogy - Relevant links to the Scottish Outdoor Access Code (SOAC) - Health and Safety in the forest environment - Ecology, seasons, lifecycles and habitats - ID Skills – Flora and fauna - Introduction to fire lighting - Conservation skills - Tool use, safety, and maintenance - Effective use of knots and cord - Creating items from natural materials - Supporting others in a range of woodland-based activities Course dates: Start date: 1 May 2025 (online, self-paced study from this date) On campus dates: 27-29 May 2025
About Scotland's Rural College
It's not just agriculture and farming - at Scotland's Rural College (SRUC) we offer learning and expertise to support the natural economy and meet the global challenges of tomorrow. From vocational training and CPD to postgraduate qualifications, our course offerings cover everything from agriculture to zoonoses & epidemiology -and a world of options in between.
