Countryside Leader Award - Assessment
Countryside Leader Award - Assessment
This 1 night :1 day assessment course is designed for teachers and leaders who wish to lead groups on walks in lowland countryside including the White Peak.
The course is applicable to teachers leading day walks and leaders of the Duke of Edinburgh's Award bronze and silver expeditions.
Part of the course will involve a night under canvas.
Key syllabus areas
· navigation
· group management
· camp-craft
· dealing with emergency situations
As an assessment, all potential candidates should consult the CLA prospectus and syllabus before applying for this course.
Candidates may wish to attend the (optional) CLA training weekend which will provide them with a detailed action plan before assessment.
Candidates should have experience of countryside walking.
Course requirements
To gain the award completion certificate, leaders need to:
· provide evidence of sufficient experience.
· demonstrate the competence required
· hold a current (6 - 8 hours) first aid certificate
(If you work with DofE in Nottinghamshire, a financial support bursary is available. Contact the NCC Award office before booking
E: awardsoffice@nottscc.gov.uk
T: 01623 556110