 Level 3 Certificate in Basic Expedition Leadership (BEL)
   
Overview
The Sports Leaders UK Level 3 Certificate in Basic Expedition Leadership (BEL) is a nationally recognised qualification that trains and qualifiesTeachers,Youth Workers and other members of the community to:
- Lead walking groups in lowland countryside
- Impart the knowledge and skills needed to undertake a day walk
- Have responsibility for the care of others while leading a day walk in lowland countryside
- Plan and lead overnight base and mobile camps.
It is the minimum qualification required by some Operating Authorities for those wanting to train and lead groups in the expedition section of The Duke of Edinburgh's Award scheme. The level of The Duke of Edinburgh Award that a Basic Expedition Leader can lead depends on the terrain in which the expedition is taking place. The terrain must fall within the BEL Operating Remit.
Mountain Leader Training UK include the Level 3 Certificate in Basic Expedition Leadership on the qualification matrix in the National Guidelines for Climbing and Hillwalking Leaders.
Course Content
The Level 3 Certificate in Basic Expedition Leadership is split into three sections:
1) Training
During this section candidates will receive training in the following subjects:
- Legal Responsibilities and Insurance
- Selecting Personal and Group Equipment
- Navigation including adverse weather, poor visibility and night navigation
- Instructional Techniques for the Outdoor Environment
- Expedition Planning and Organisation
- Planning and Preparation
- Leadership
- Conservation and Access
- Camp Craft
- Weather
- Hazards and Risk assessments
- Emergency Planning and Procedures
- Remote Group Supervision
2) Consolidation & Demonstration of Leadership
During this section candidates must complete the following before returning for assessment:
3) Assessment
- During this section candidates will be assessed by the tutor and an external assessor.
- The assessment takes the course of a two day overnight camping expedition during which time candidates are assessed on the areas covered during training.
Kit List
You will be required to provide your own personal day walking and camping equipment for the course. A detailed kit list will be included in the joining instructions.
Dates and Prices
10 Days/127 hours
Training Dates;
January/February 2012 COURSE FULL
Day 1: 7th Jan
Day 2-3: 21st-22nd Jan
Day 4-8: 11th-15th Feb
March/April 2012
Day 1: 31st March
Day 2-6: 10th-14th April (14th April half day)
Day 7-9: 27th-29th April (27th April evening start)
Assessment dates to be confirmed dependent on the group.
Price: £485 per person
The price includes;
Registration with Sports Leaders UK
12 months third party and personal accident insurance
All group equipment
All tutoring and administration
All campsite fees
Light refreshments during indoor sessions i.e. tea and coffee
Training and assessment
The price does not include;
Personal equipment
Transport
Reference books
Food
Venue Information
Training and assessment will take place in the Canterbury (Kent) area.
Pre Course Requirements
Be at least 18 years old on completion of the course.
Have a genuine interest in leading expeditions and teaching the associated skills.
Important Information
During the course you will be required to spend prolonged periods of time outdoors including a total of 4 overnight camps. You will also be required to carry a day sack or expedition rucksack and operate in open terrain in potentially adverse weather conditions. Candidates should ensure they are well prepared for the course.
If you would like further information regarding this or any other aspect of the course please do not hesitate to contact us.
For more information please contact us on 07754160505 or email us at
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