Outdoor Learning Specialist Higher Apprenticeship Level 5
The Level 5 Outdoor Learning Specialist Higher Apprenticeship provides a broad range of knowledge, skills and behaviours to develop student’s ability to succeed in the outdoor industry.
The intent is to deliver this Higher Apprenticeship alongside the FdSc Outdoor Leadership at UCSD. The Higher Apprenticeship offers students the opportunity for place-based learning by utilising the existing outstanding natural habitat of the English Riveria, designated as a UNESCO Global GeoPark, Dartmoor National Park and the South West Coastline.
Trips and practicals in these settings will allow students to develop real world practical skills and understand sustainable practice in a variety of contexts. These experiences prepare them to undertake a planned expedition in a remote setting of their choice practice, previously trips undertaken by students at Level 4 and above have included Wales, Scotland and Morocco.
You can find out more about FdSc Outdoor Adventure Leadership here.
Professional Body Links:
Institute of Outdoor Learning for Associate Professional
Course Details
- We will consider a variety of qualifications and relevant experience and each application is assessed on its own merit.
Module Information
The overarching plan is that during year one students develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours in order to design and implement a progressive outdoor learning programme. Studying with experienced and passionate lecturer’s students will utilise the natural environment and a wide range of equipment to lead individuals and groups in different contexts. Students will discover how participants learn and what impact different environments can have on this.
During the second-year students will continue to develop the knowledge skills and behaviours in relation to group formation and the responsibilities their role requires on working in remote environments. In addition, they develop the understanding associated with the assessment and evaluation of outdoor programmes. Students will undertake workplace learning within the industry to apply practical skills and knowledges learnt within the foundation degree programme. The college has links with a variety of employers in the local area and beyond which students could utilise when finding work placement.
Year 1 Modules
Developing Academic and Professional Skills
Principles of Outdoor Leadership
Legislation and Risk in the Outdoors
Working with Groups in Dynamic Environments
Planning and Delivering in the Outdoors
Environmental Impact and Conservation
Year 2 Modules
Research Project
Professional Practice in the Outdoors
Teaching and Assessing in the Outdoors
Outdoor Business
Expedition Leadership
Psychology for the Outdoors
Course Applications
Please choose your preferred study option below (subject to change).
This course costs: £0.00
If the amount shown is more than £0.00 and you are aged 19 and over at the start of the course, you may have options to help fund your studies with us. The funding you can receive depends on your personal circumstances, and could mean you are entitled to fully subsidised or reduced tuition fees.
This course is fully funded for 16-18 year olds (if applicable to the course).
You may also be entitled to support with travel, childcare and equipment.
To find out exactly what you could receive, contact our Helpzone team on 08000 380 123 for a free, impartial appointment, with no commitment necessary.
"I will really miss my college days and from the beginning the tutor, Al, has been so supportive. From someone who has not completed anything academic in over 20 years, this course was a step in the right direction for me. I have learnt so much from the group of people, different organisations, but mostly from Al who has a wealth of HR knowledge. Nothing is ever too much trouble for Al and she will always go out of her way to support and guide you in the right direction". Kelly Gidley – Temporary Staffing Team Manager, Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust