LEARNING IN THE OUTDOORS

course information

DO YOU ENJOY BEING OUTDOORS?

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN SUSTAINABILITY?

WOULD YOU LIKE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT?

If the answer to any of these questions is YES, then this is the course for you!

 

This is a Level 2 Extended Certificate accredited by Agored Cymru. This means it offers the equivalent to 2 GCSE grades at A*-C level for progression onto A Level or higher education in the future.

This course will be taught in Natur and the local area.

 

MANDATORY UNITS:

Unit 1

Personal Safety when learning in the Outdoors

Unit 2

Sustainable Use of Natural Resources

 

ADDITIONAL UNITS (sample include):

  • Propagation and Planting for Food Growing

  • Plant care and Maintenance

  • Harvesting & Site Management

  • Site Assessment and Soil Management

  • Health benefits of being outdoors

  • Practical Skills

  • Exploring Land Based activities

  • Camp craft skills

  • Use a map and compass

  • Introduction to Expedition Skills

 
 

Examinations Body

 
 

Subject Leader

Mrs W Thomas-Davies

Mr R Job