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Advanced Bushcraft Award NCFE Level 3
80 Guided Learning Hours
Course Content
Tool use and maintenance, methods of making fire, managing fire, fire by friction, cordage, spoon carving, sustainable harvesting, minimal impact, plant and tree identification and uses, wild foods, identification of mammal tracks and sign, heat and cold injuries, natural shelters, modern shelters, useful knots and rope work, importance of safe water, water purification
What's it about?
This course is a blend of sound outdoor knowledge coupled with an understanding of nature and its uses. The course equips our clients with the skills needed to feel confident and to live comfortably out of doors regardless of your activity. We cover all of the subjects generally perceived as bushcraft but also explore the natural world and the uses it can be put to. The amount of material covered and the length of the course makes this one of the most in-depth and thorough of its kind. It is an intensive course with all of the skills being taught and demonstrated to a very high level. There is also plenty of time to practice under skilled guidance ensuring students are confident in their knowledge. It has grown to be one of our most popular courses attracting clients from Europe as well as the UK.
The course will run in a five day block followed by a further three day block leaving time for a consolidation period in between. This varies between the two courses from 16 to 28 days allowing you time to practice and perfect your skills. We are able to offer both courses during the school holidays for the convenience of any teachers who may wish to attend.
Certification
The qualification is endorsed by the NCFE who are responsible for certification. Successful candidates will receive a certificate in Advanced Bushcraft Award Level 3 with both Woodcraft School and the NCFE logo present.
Read a review from Bushcraft magazine editor Steve Kirk who attended this course.
Course Dates
Advanced Bushcraft Award NCFE Level 3
Please read the following information before booking:
Please note that by booking on to our courses you agree to our terms and conditions.
On catered courses we try and accommodate most diets including gluten free and vegetarian. If you have severe allergies, a specific and complicated diet or are a strict vegan then there may be times we cannot accommodate your needs. Please contact the office prior to making any online booking if you fall into this latter category so we can discuss your options.
Price includes VAT, food & camping. Aimed at 18 years and over although we do offer places to younger people at our discretion. Please enquire.
10th - 15th April & 23rd -26th May 2012 Full
Course: Advanced Bushcraft Award NCFE Level 3
Training: 10th - 15th April 2012
Assessment: 23rd -26th May 2012
37 days between Training and Assessment
Location: Nr Midhurst, West Sussex
Course Leader: John Rhyder or Nick Ward
Course Size: 12 (maximum)
Cost Per Person: £700 (Deposit £100)
29th July - 3rd August & 30th August - 2nd September 2012
Course: Advanced Bushcraft Award NCFE Level 3
Training: 29th July - 3rd August 2012
Assessment: 30th August - 2nd September
24 days between Training and Assessment
Location: Nr Midhurst, West Sussex
Course Leader: John Rhyder or Nick Ward
Course Size: 12 (maximum)
Cost Per Person: £700 (Deposit £100)
Review Course (2)
Attend this course and then licence our Intermediate Bushcraft Award subject to criteria approval..... see the new page here
Accreditation
This entire qualification has been accredited by the NCFE as a Level 3 qualification. This means that the subjects mentioned above are taught and learned at an advanced level. The process of assessment and accreditation is run by the NCFE who are responsible for the quality assurance and control exactly as they would be with any other award they run.
Please note that all successful candidates from the Advanced Bushcraft Award can apply to be automatically placed on the IOL list for Foundational Bushcraft Competence Certificate.
Assessment
The assessment process varies from subject to subject and includes question and answer sessions, practical demonstrations, observation and short written question papers. The bulk of the assessment takes place in the final three day block
If you have any questions or would like more information about this course, please feel free to contact us for an informal chat.
Fees
Please note that this is not a funded course but you might be able to get support from your work place or through some funding awards. Speak to us as we may be able to give you some ideas.
Details
Tutors: Lead by John Rhyder or Nick Ward, supported by at least 2 fully trained volunteers from our previous years instructor course.
