Forest School First Aid

16 hour ITC accredited course

Your mentors

Charlotte AtkinsonCharlotte Atkinson

Connecting People with Nature

Sarah WalkerSarah Walker

Forest School Trainer, First Aid Instructor

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Sundial Cottage, Wilby

Ages: 18+ years

Outdoor + Paed FA – Pay £195Outdoor FA L3 – Pay Now £165Outdoor + Paed FA – Inv Free +1 more

Next date: Thursday 4th Jun, 09:00 – 18:00

Forest School First Aid block mentored by Charlotte Atkinson

A summary

This course is accredited by ITC, the awarding body, and is an industry-specific, two-day (16-hour) Outdoor First Aid Course for professionals working outdoors with people of all ages. From Forest School Leaders and Outdoor Coaches, Field Studies professionals, Outdoor Education and Adventure professionals, to DofE, Guiding and Scouting Leaders, this course is for you. The training will take place mainly outdoors with scenarios conducted in our woodland Forest School setting. An externally regulated course that meets Ofsted EYFS workplace requirements, this course also fulfils the Institute for Outdoor Learning Band 3 Outdoor First Aid requirements, equipping you to handle incidents in often remote, inaccessible woodland or countryside locations. The course also covers the one-day Paediatric First Aid requirements an additional certificate for this qualification may be purchased by selecting a ticket option that includes Paediatric First Aid at the checkout stage. Certificates, valid for three years, are awarded by ITC through Act Fast First Aid. Sarah Walker is an experienced adult trainer, Forest School Leader, FSA Endorsed Trainer and Scout Leader with extensive experience of working with client groups of all ages in woodlands and schools. A childhood on Dartmoor and a lifetime of adventurous living have given her an understanding of the challenges and risks of taking groups to inaccessible places.

About your mentors

Charlotte Atkinson

Connecting People with Nature

Charlotte has over 25 years’ experience of working with children, schools and families as a primary school teacher, headteacher, educational consultant, Forest School Leader and trainer. She is a qualified Level 3 Forest School practitioner with over 10 years' experience of leading Forest School sessions with children aged 2-11 years. Charlotte is a Forest School Association (FSA) endorsed trainer and trainer assessor. In addition to her Forest School expertise Charlotte is a qualified Forest Bathing guide, offers nature-based coaching and wellbeing sessions and is a Nordic Walking instructor; which are testament to her love of the outdoors!

Sarah Walker

Forest School Trainer, First Aid Instructor

If I'm not supporting others to become Forest School Leaders - I'm running First Aid Training or leading my own Forest School programmes across all key stages in mainstream and alternative provision. As an experienced adult trainer with a background in international teacher training, an FSA Endorsed Trainer, First Aid Instructor and Scout Leader I have extensive experience of working with client groups of all ages in woodlands and schools. A childhood on Dartmoor and a lifetime of adventurous living have given me an understanding of the challenges and risks of taking groups to inaccessible places. I am bilingual in Spanish and my fascination with languages continues through my work, training and mentoring international colleagues. I am a member of the Forest School Association's Recognised Provider Working Group and currently treasurer of the Ox-Bucks-Berks local Forest School Association Branch, supporting local colleagues and organising skills shares.

About the course

* The course will take place at Charlotte’s Wood in Wilby. The address is Sundial Cottage, London City Road, Wilby, IP21 5LT. There is limited parking at the venue so if possible, please park at Wilby Coronation Hall, on London City Road (IP21 5LE) and then walk 400m up London City Road (away from the village). We are on the left, just past ‘The Shingles’. There is a pair of mirrors opposite the entrance. * The course starts promptly at 9am on each day. You will be met you at the entrance to the woodland. It will finish at 6pm. * Please ensure that you are appropriately clothed for the course which will take place entirely outdoors (regardless of the weather!) We recommend: - Long sleeved clothing top and bottom; - Lots of warm, thin layers (even if it is a mild day); - A waterproof outer layer, top and bottom; - Waterproof shoes or boots; * Please bring a pen and notebook. * Refreshments will be provided but you will.need to bring a packed lunch and you may wish to bring water with you and your own mug. * If you are unable to attend the session, please cancel using Eequ. Likewise, if you are going to be late, you can find my mobile number in the full details of your booking on your Eequ booking page. Please call me and let me know! I will look forward to welcoming you to Charlotte's Wood!

Learning aims

Aim 1

Know how to preserve life, prevent worsening and promote recovery.

Aim 3

Recognise the signs and symptoms of medical conditions and emergencies for casualties of all ages.

Aim 5

Know what you need in your First Aid kit for group outdoor pursuits and gain the practical skills to apply dressings, bandages, tourniquets, and splints when working outdoors.

Aim 2

Know how to manage your safety and that of your group in a situation requiring emergency services when help is more than half an hour away.

Aim 4

Understand the roles and responsibilities of the first aider within the scope of your training.

Aim 6

Understand the 'chain of survival' and how to respond effectively in an emergency.

Pricing information

Ticket namePriceInformation

Ticket nameOutdoor + Paed FA – Pay

Price£195

InformationLevel 3 Outdoor First Aid and Paediatric First Aid Certificates. Pay online via Eequ.

Ticket nameOutdoor FA L3 – Pay Now

Price£165

InformationLevel 3 Outdoor First Aid Certificate. Pay online via Eequ at time of booking.

Ticket nameOutdoor + Paed FA – Inv

Price£0

InformationLevel 3 Outdoor First Aid and Paediatric First Aid Certificates. Invoice sent after booking.

Ticket nameOutdoor FA L3 – Invoice

Price£0

InformationLevel 3 Outdoor First Aid Certificate. Book now and receive an invoice for payment.

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Where we'll be

Sundial Cottage, London City Road, Wilby, Suffolk, IP21 5LT

WHAT’S PROVIDED

Drinks

Snacks

Equipment

Safety

Enhanced DBS

Basic DBS

Risk Assessment

Public Liability Insurance

Safeguarding Training

First Aid Training

First Aid Kit

Please note

Please note, it is the responsibility of the booker to satisfy themselves about the adequacy of the safety measures. This platform is merely an introducer and does not verify the items listed here.

Cancellation Policy

No refunds are given except in the case of a cancellation by the Mentor.

My experience consists of a leisure activity, on a specific date(s), and therefore the 14-day ‘cooling off period’ under the Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013 does not apply.