What makes this course unique?
This occupation is found in organisations responsible for managing the countryside, natural environment, community engagement and public access.
The broad purpose of the role is the daily management, maintenance, conservation, and protection of the natural environment, to inspire people about the natural environment and encourage them to engage with their local green spaces.
Qualification: Level 4
Level of Study: Higher Apprenticeship
Duration: 26 months
Interview Required? Yes
How you’ll be assessed:
Apprentices must meet the knowledge, skills, and behaviours as defined within the standard. Apprentices take an independent end-point assessment on completion of the programme to assess their ability and competence in the job role.
Topics
The apprenticeship will cover a wide range of knowledge and skills which will include the following:
- Ecology of the main UK ecosystems
- Practical and technical land and habitat management techniques
- Current legislation relating to health and safety and the workplace
- Key UK environmental legislation and associated funding streams
- Relevant planning regulation and legal processes
- Land use and habitat and project plans
- Training and managing a team of staff and volunteers
- Survey techniques and interpretation of survey data
- Public engagement through environmental interpretation and information provision
Entry requirements
Two A Level passes, including one at grade C or above which should be in a relevant subject
Level 3 Extended Diploma in a relevant subject at Merit
Level 2 Countryside Worker Apprenticeship at Distinction
Plus GCSEs in Maths and English at grade 4/C or above OR Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths and English.
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