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Level 1 Extended Certificate in
Learning in the Outdoors
The aim of the Learning in the Outdoors qualification is to enhance, the social, physical, creative, cultural and personal development of young people and adults holistically through experiential learning in the outdoors.
The qualification supports the aspiration for an active, healthy and inclusive Wales, where learning in the outdoors provides a common platform for participation, fun, achievement and employment increasing the understanding of the environment, the Welsh language and cultural heritage and future of Wales.
It provides opportunities for more young people in Wales to achieve their potential through outdoor activities and learning and gain a valued and accredited qualification that facilitates progression.
Registration Cost
£90 per learner, if achieving the full unit

Course Units

Sustainable Use of Natural Resources
Course Information
Details
Unit
Sustainable Use of Natural Resources
Qualification
Part of the Level 1 Extended Certificate in Learning in the Outdoors
Credits
1 credit
Learning Time
Approximately 7 hours of supported learning
Minimum Age
No minimum age
Accreditation Costs
What it Covers
£50 per hour
Course quality assurance and approval before delivery
£50 per hour
Assessment and marking of learner work
£25 per learner
Internal quality checks to ensure assessments are fair and consistent
£50 per course
Administration, learner registration and record keeping
£5 per learner
Certificate processing and awarding body administration

Using Recycled Materials for Craft Work
Course Information
Details
Unit
Using Recycled Materials for Craft Work
Qualification
Part of the Level 1 Extended Certificate in Learning in the Outdoors
Credits
3 credits
Learning Time
Approximately 21 hours of supported learning
Minimum Age
No minimum age
Accreditation Costs
What it Covers
£50 per hour
Course quality assurance and approval before delivery
£50 per hour
Assessment and marking of learner work
£25 per learner
Internal quality checks to ensure assessments are fair and consistent
£50 per course
Administration, learner registration and record keeping
£15 per learner
Certificate processing and awarding body administration

Sustainable Woodland Management
Course Information
Details
Unit
Sustainable Woodland Management
Qualification
Part of the Level 1 Extended Certificate in Learning in the Outdoors
Credits
3 credits
Learning Time
Approximately 30 hours of supported learning
Minimum Age
No minimum age
Accreditation Costs
What it Covers
£50 per hour
Course quality assurance and approval before delivery
£50 per hour
Assessment and marking of learner work
£25 per learner
Internal quality checks to ensure assessments are fair and consistent
£50 per course
Administration, learner registration and record keeping
£15 per learner
Certificate processing and awarding body administration

Practical Woodland Skills
Course Information
Details
Unit
Practical Woodland Skills
Qualification
Part of the Level 1 Extended Certificate in Learning in the Outdoors
Credits
3 credits
Learning Time
Approximately 30 hours of supported learning
Minimum Age
No minimum age
Accreditation Costs
What it Covers
£50 per hour
Course quality assurance and approval before delivery
£50 per hour
Assessment and marking of learner work
£25 per learner
Internal quality checks to ensure assessments are fair and consistent
£50 per course
Administration, learner registration and record keeping
£15 per learner
Certificate processing and awarding body administration

Creating Heritage and Traditional Craft
Course Information
Details
Unit
Creating Heritage and Traditional Craft
Qualification
Part of the Level 1 Extended Certificate in Learning in the Outdoors
Credits
2 credits
Learning Time
Approximately 20 hours of supported learning
Minimum Age
No minimum age
Accreditation Costs
What it Covers
£50 per hour
Course quality assurance and approval before delivery
£600 per course
Assessment and marking of learner work
£25 per learner
Internal quality checks to ensure assessments are fair and consistent
£50 per course
Administration, learner registration and record keeping
£10 per learner
Certificate processing and awarding body administration

Participate in a Land-based Activity
Course Information
Details
Unit
Participate in a Land-based Activity
Qualification
Part of the Level 1 Extended Certificate in Learning in the Outdoors
Credits
3 credits
Learning Time
Approximately 15 hours of supported learning
Minimum Age
No minimum age
Accreditation Costs
What it Covers
£50 per hour
Course quality assurance and approval before delivery
£50 per hour
Assessment and marking of learner work
£25 per learner
Internal quality checks to ensure assessments are fair and consistent
£50 per course
Administration, learner registration and record keeping
£15 per learner
Certificate processing and awarding body administration

Observing Fauna and Flora
Course Information
Details
Unit
Observing Fauna and Flora
Qualification
Part of the Level 1 Extended Certificate in Learning in the Outdoors
Credits
2 credits
Learning Time
Approximately 20 hours of supported learning
Minimum Age
No minimum age
Accreditation Costs
What it Covers
£50 per hour
Course quality assurance and approval before delivery
£50 per hour
Assessment and marking of learner work
£25 per learner
Internal quality checks to ensure assessments are fair and consistent
£50 per course
Administration, learner registration and record keeping
£10 per learner
Certificate processing and awarding body administration
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