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Open Door Training,Dolben Hall,
Bont Newydd,
St Asaph,
Denbighshire,
North Wales
LL17 OHN
web@opendooradventure.co.uk
Tel:01745 585535
Fax:01745 585572
Open Door License
A.A.L.A. Licensed Centre
License Number. L4356/R0600
Outdoor Pursuits Instructor Training & Modern Apprentices Scheme
Trainee Outdoor Pursuits Instructor Course (TOPIC)
The Leisure Industry is a fast growing area and there is a constant demand for qualified and experienced outdoor pursuit Instructors, especially in the field of Outdoor Pursuits, Adventure Sports in the Leisure Industry.
As with all industries, it is a chicken and egg situation. In order to gain employment, experience is needed. To gain experience employment is required. We at Open Door have recognised this dilemma, hence, our range of TOPIC courses, (trainee outdoor pursuits instructor course) which range from our eight week introductory course, sixteen week course to our 6-month or one year course.
As with all industries, it is a chicken and egg situation. In order to gain employment, experience is needed. To gain experience employment is required. We at Open Door have recognised this dilemma, hence, our range of TOPIC courses, (trainee outdoor pursuits instructor course) which range from our eight week introductory course, sixteen week course to our 6-month or one year course.
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Why Come to Us
Cost of course Includes:-
- Expert Tuition & Instruction
- All equipment provided
- On the job training
- All NGB qualifications
- No traveling to and from the workplace
- Learn in Snowdonia, Britain’s premier National Park
- Learn how to teach & pass on new skills
- Most of the National Governing Bodies Qualifications require Pre- Requisite Experience, before attending a N.G.B. Training Course. For Example the Mountain Leader Course Pre Requisites are at least 20 Quality Mountain Days in at least two mountain areas, 8 wild camps in remote ares, be over 18 yrs old. Candidates should have experience in Navigation skills, Meteology, Geology, Glaciation, Flaura & Fauna, Access & Egress, and Group Management Skills, We therefore spend at least a month duration in training for any NGB course.
Food & Accommodation is Available on Site if required at £200 per month.
The TOPIC Course is designed to fill in those gaps in your log books and give you the Pre-requisite experience required, or it will prepare you sufficiently for you to attend the N.G.B.Training Courses. Plus give you vital experience's in working with a variety of clients and groups to bring out your leadership skills, and more importantly teach you how to teach the new found skills you have aquired on the course.
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Qualifications Available :
A maximum of 4 NGB qualifications can be chosen. plus First Aid & WW rescue Course 6 Months course.
A maximum of 4 NGB qualifications can be chosen. plus First Aid & WW rescue Course 6 Months course.
National Governing Body Qualifications.
- White Water Rafting Guide
- Basic Expedition Leaders Award
- Walking Group Leader
- Single Pitch Supervisors Award Training
- British Canoe Union : 2/3*/Proficiency Award
- British Canoe Union Level 1 Coach
- British Orienteering Instructors Award
- Mountain Leaders Award
- Archery Leader Award
- Mountain Bike Trail Leader.
- Health & Safety at Work
- First Aid Certificate (outdoor pursuits)
- White Water Rescue Course
Most Centres request instructors to hold a Walking, Climbing, Mountain Bike and Canoe Kayak Qualification, as a minimum standard within the industry, We therefore prefer to work with you towards these main four qualifications.
**Please Note**
(There is a minimum age of 18 for this course). All applicants will be invited for interview and assessment of suitability and agreed training plan at our Centre in N.Wales.
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The 6-month course concentrates on gaining training qualifications. Training given in six disciplines which follows NGB Qualifications. Learning By Doing. Teaching skills learned and learning to deal with hands on practical experience with a broad client base. Enhancing leadership & motivational skills and Instruction ability.
Six month TOPIC & 6 month apprenticeship scheme £7,500.00 - start dates to suit client, 4 places available. Applicable to18-24 year olds.
For individuals who wish to make a career in the outdoor industry, and pass all four NGB Training Qualifications you have the opportunity to extend a further six month as a modern apprentice.
We then pay you as an apprentice to consolidate the training and experience for a further six months gaining further qualifications and working with clients improving your instructional techniques and valuable experience working with a wide range of client bases and under the guidence of proffessional and qualified instructors. We want people who can inspire people in outdoor pursuits in this industry! Assistance in preparing CVs Job Interview Techniques, and time out to attend job interviews will be given.
Therefore we are committed to giving you the right N.G.B. qualifications and relevant instructional techniques with experience required in dealing with different client groups, this can only further enhance your employment possibilities, as a fully qualified and experienced outdoor pursuits instructor. We require from you, the same commitment and dedication.
Both the 6 Month course and 12 Month course candidates may have the opportunity to go abroad for a week staff training. When Clients book a Holiday abroad ,This is inclusive within the price accept for flight costs..Click on link below to see TOPIC video.
Course Date & Costs
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| Eight Week Course. Starts 1st April, 1st June, 1st September 2012 |
£2,500.00 |
| Sixteen Week Course Starts 1st Jan,1st April, 1st June, 1st Sept 2012 |
£5,000.00 |
| Six Month Course Plus Modern Apprenticeship Start Flexible 2012 |
£7,500.00 |
| Six Month Course 1st April, 1st June, 1st Sept 2012 |
£7,500.00 |
| 12 Month Course start Flexible |
£12,500.00 |
The Course price does not include Food & Accommodation. We can provide this on site at £200 per month.
You have the choice to live in or out.
You may be eligible for a grant from such Grant Awarding Bodies as the Sports Council or the Prince’s Youth Trust or even for a Career Development Loan from one of the major Banks that operate the scheme, Funding for N.V.Q. Qualifications can often be made available.
Contact us for an application form & interview, we require Your name,address and contact details and date of birth.
Email: web@opendooradventure.co.ukTel:- (01745) 585535