Sun 31 May 2026, 9.00am - 6.00pm
Dates throughout the year April - October
Great Opportunity for schools/educational settings looking for alternative provision and to gain a Level 2 Qualification. Staff must attend with learners (stay and eat for free).
Full immersive experience set at an agreed date with you and your setting.
Come to us or we can come to you. Both options available.
This qualification is intended for learners who wish to gain essential skills and knowledge in Bushcraft and is a great introduction to the world of Bushcraft. It is a hand's on, practical foray into working with and within the outdoor environment which provides learners with the skills to survive and thrive using natural resources.
The Level 2 Award in Bushcraft Skills was developed with support from the Institute for Outdoor Learning (IOL) and input from the Bushcraft Professional Practice Group (PPG).
The qualification is particularly useful for alternative provision, enrichment activity or those simply with an interest in Bushcraft.
This qualification is composed of one unit.
By completing this qualification you will gain skills and knowledge in the following subject areas:
Health and Safety considerations
Using tools
Building Shelter and Sleep in it over night!
Fire (and cook over it)
Wood carving
Water
Tree identification
Cordage
Natural Navigation
Assessment tasks will result in each candidate producing a portfolio of evidence meeting each assessment criteria in each unit.
Typical qualification support includes:
Attendance at a training event at an approved ITC Centre
24 guided learning hours
Can be completed by learners 14+
Assessed by a portfolio of evidence generated by Centre devised assessment tasks
Mentor support
Successful completion will lead to the candidate gaining an ITC Level 2 Award in Bushcraft Skills
