Level 2 Instructor Training

This exciting, full-time programme is designed to meet the demand for employment orientated training, for those wishing to work with people within the outdoor adventure industry. The focus is on personal skills development and con dence as a leader in a range of adventurous activities.

It is essential that your Initial Assessment results show that you are working at Level 1 and that you have enthusiasm and experience in a range of outdoor activities. You will also need to have achieved 4 GCSEs at grades A–D, including English, Maths and Science or equivalent. Applicants should have reached the age of 18 during the course.

Terms 1 and 2
Most of the learning takes place outside the classroom and takes advantage of our location near the coast, rivers and moors which creates a diverse programme of activity and gives a real, hands-on approach to learning.

As part of the programme you will also go on several expeditions away from the College to improve practical and teamwork skills and to make progress towards gaining NGB awards (previously Dartmoor, North Wales and Cornish sea cliffs).

What’s involved?

• NVQ Level 2 in Adventurous Activity Leadership
• Level 3 Award in Day Walk Leadership
• Level 3 Certificate in Skills and Activities for Sport and Active Leisure (Outdoor Education)
• Level 2 Award in Employment Awareness in the Outdoors
• Level 2 Award in Activity First Aid
• An intensive programme of skill development in both water and land-based activities
• NGB awards in the following are also available alongside the main qualifications:
  • Kayaking and canoeing
  • Mountain leadership
  • Rock climbing
  • Sailing and power boating
  • Mountain biking
  • Lifesaving

Term 3
With the help of Bicton College’s industry contacts and support from your personal tutor, you will undertake a work placement in an outdoor education centre. These placements often lead to full-time employment; past students have worked in outdoor centres all over the UK and abroad.

Functional Skills
You will also work towards nationally recognised functional qualifications in English, Maths and ICT.

Students may progress to the Level 3 Diploma in Sport (Outdoor Adventure), progress to an advanced apprenticeship, or access employment as an instructor in an outdoor centre.