How to become an Outdoor Instructor
We are frequently asked for information on how to become an instructor within the outdoor industry. The following information gives some advice and useful links to help answer some of your questions.
Employment opportunities within the industry are limited. If you are serious about becoming an outdor instructor you will require the basic qualifications of Lifesaving and First Aid. The best jobs can be found once you have gained some technical qualifications.
Here at Skern Lodge we offer a 16 week Accelerated Instructor Training Programme. If you are interested in finding out more about this course please visit the website www.outdoorinstructorcourse.co.uk
Alternatively many colleges run NVQ, GNVQ and HND Adventurous Activity Programmes, they will be able to give you guidance and advice concerning possible entry routes and course content. If you were to undertake one of these courses it would allow you to secure all the technical competence and qualifications required.
myself and through excellent coaching has provided me with many skills in various
disciplines that will prove very useful in the near future’ N. Wace
industry. Upon which I hope to build an exciting new career. The friendly, knowledgeable
and approachable staff made the course all the more enjoyable and effective’ N. Bryant
gained qualifications which will be invaluable in starting a career in the outdoor industry’
E. Fishleigh
all fantastic people, knowledgeable and kind. All of the activities have been instructed
by experienced, professional people who are patient and informative when I was stuck
or struggling’ J. Segarty
Training Course candidates 2010/2011
Links:
The Institute for Outdoor Learning
http://www.outdoor-learning.org
University of Chichester
Duchy College , Cornwall
Bicton College
