Forest Schooling

This Forest Schooling course is CPD-accredited and delivered fully online, designed specifically for UK learners ready to progress their skills. It offers flexible study to fit your lifestyle while deepening your professional knowledge.

You will increase your understanding and leadership capability in Forest School settings by applying practical knowledge. This course supports ethical and quality decision-making aligned with sector expectations for outdoor education professionals.

Learners typically include those seeking to enhance their skills in child-centred outdoor education and environmental learning. With full online access and dedicated learner support, this course fits conveniently around your commitments.

Key Highlights

• Fully CPD-accredited for continuing professional development
• Flexible, self-paced online study with 12 months’ access
• Focus on practical skills and applied knowledge in Forest Schooling
• Covers child development, safety, eco-friendly practices, and activities
• Includes assessment to reinforce understanding and confidence
• Recognised by UK employers for professional skills development

What You’ll Learn

• Develop confident leadership skills for outdoor learning environments
• Apply principles of child development in Forest School settings
• Strengthen decision-making in safety and risk management
• Understand eco-friendly approaches to sustainable Forest Schooling
• Plan and deliver engaging forest-based learning activities
• Enhance your ability to support children’s play and survival skills
• Improve your knowledge of implementing effective Forest School programmes

WHY STUDY WITH Learnera

Learn Era is a trusted CPD-accredited training provider dedicated to helping professionals build confidence, leadership, and compliance in the UK job sector. Our expert-led online courses are designed to fit around your lifestyle, giving you the flexibility to study anywhere, anytime.

CPD-accredited and employer-recognised qualifications trusted across the UK

• Expert tutors with essential real-world experience
• 100% online learning with UK-based learner support
• Affordable, transparent pricing with no hidden fees
• Trusted by thousands of UK learners and global professionals

ACCREDITATION AND RECOGNITION

This Forest Schooling is fully CPD-accredited, ensuring your qualification meets trusted professional standards for relevant fields. It is widely recognised by UK employers as a benchmark for continuing professional development and compliance training. Earn a CPD Accredited certificate to showcase your knowledge and skills

• 100% online, self-paced study with 12 months’ access
• Includes online multiple-choice exam and optional reflective portfolio
• Order a CPD-accredited digital certificate (optional printed version available for GBP 24.99)
• Recognised by UK employers and globally trusted certification

ASSESSMENT AND CERTIFICATION

Your progress in this Forest Schooling is measured through an online multiple-choice assessment with a 60% pass mark and instant results. Learners can retake the exam for free, ensuring full understanding before completion.

Upon passing, you can order a PDF version of the CPD Accredited certificate, verifying your learning achievement and continued professional development aligned with industry knowledge standards. You can also order a hardcopy certificate for GBP 24.99 to boost your credibility and showcase your achievement.

This qualification includes no hidden fees and is recognised by UK employers as evidence of structured learning and professional growth.

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?

• Aspiring outdoor educators developing Forest School skills
• Practising professionals seeking to expand child development knowledge
• Early years practitioners integrating play and learning outdoors
• Environmental educators focusing on sustainable teaching methods
• School staff responsible for planning safe outdoor activities
• Youth workers aiming to enhance survival and practical skills delivery

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES AND PROGRESSION

• Outdoor Learning Coordinator (GBP 24,000-GBP 32,000)
• Early Years Practitioner with Outdoor Focus (GBP 18,000-GBP 25,000)
• Environmental Education Assistant (GBP 20,000-GBP 28,000)
• Youth Worker specialising in Outdoor Activities (GBP 19,000-GBP 27,000)
• Forest School Leader Assistant (GBP 21,000-GBP 29,000)

KEY SKILLS YOU’LL GAIN

• Confident planning and facilitation of forest-based learning
• Practical risk assessment and safety management skills
• Understanding of child development in outdoor settings
• Ability to design eco-friendly and sustainable activities
• Enhanced leadership and communication in natural environments
• Skills to support children’s play, learning, and survival techniques

Enrol today to develop practical skills, confidence, and real-world understanding in Forest Schooling with this CPD-accredited course.