On this course you will learn about the living environment and how to conserve and manage it sustainably. You will develop an understanding of the global practices that have led to climate change, environmental degradation and habitat loss and use this knowledge to develop ways we can move forward using renewable energy, reducing pollution and conserving our natural environments for future generations. As well as the natural sciences, this course also touches on the social sciences and humanities; ethics, law and politics.
There is no coursework, but you will be required to complete a range of specified practical sessions where you will plan experiments, collect data, analyse results and make conclusions. The content will be taught using a range of lesson styles, including: theory sessions, presentations, group work, practical activities and field work. If you are interested in finding the answers to the following questions, then this course is for you!
7th July 2026 other dates may become available
Ghyll Head is a provider for Mountain Training and have huge amounts of experience working with groups in the hills. We are very supportive, fun and love working with aspiring leaders through the schemes. We will run this course over 3 days. The pre requisites are to be registered with…
Flexible on demand training - takes 1-2 hours to complete
A practical guide to enhancing and maintaining biodiversity on school or college grounds, this free online training course is aimed at managers of any outdoor setting. The course has been developed by Natural England and Department for Education in collaboration with the National Biodiversity Data…
Courses are run on demand and usually last for 3 days (including assessment) Get in touch on 07855571312 or ctlogue@aol.com
Courses include the following: Safe Use of Pesticides (PA1) Boom Mounted Sprayers (PA2) Variable Geometry Boom Sprayers (PA3) Slug Pellets and Granular Applications (PA4) Hand Held Applicators (PA6) including Application in or near Water (PA6AW), Stem Injection, Stump Treatment, Invasive Weeds…
The course takes on average 4 hours to complete. Upon registration, candidates have full access to course content including a downloadable workbook and HD videos. At the end of course, candidates will answer multiple choice questions.
Himalayan balsam is one of the most widespread and impactful invasive plant species across the UK and Ireland. Unfortunately, it is also a plant that is frequently mismanaged, or ignored until it creates monocultures. This new course, the first of its kind, teaches candidates how to practically…
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DfE consultation on GCSE Natural History subject content
Cumbria Business Growth Hub - New grant scheme open for rural businesses
