Land-based Level 1
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* Fee remission may be available for this course, visit Fees and Funding for further information
Interested in working with the land, environment and conservation? Build practical skills and confidence for a future in land-based work.
This course provides a practical introduction to the land-based sector and is ideal if you are new to working with the natural environment. You will develop essential skills, safe working practices and an understanding of everyday tasks carried out in land-based roles.
You will gain hands-on experience while learning about working outdoors, supporting wildlife and managing natural spaces. The course is designed to help you build confidence, improve employability skills and decide whether a career in land-based work is right for you.
To achieve the qualification, you will complete two units. One unit focuses on safe and effective working practices in the land-based industries, and the second unit will relate to plants, trees, wildlife or conservation, depending on the delivery location.
What you’ll cover:
- Safe and effective working practices in land-based industries
- Understanding everyday tasks carried out in outdoor environments
- Developing practical skills linked to plants, trees, wildlife or conservation
- Working safely and responsibly in the natural environment
- Building confidence for land-based employment or further study
This course requires commitment for the full duration of the programme.
You will be expected to complete homework and independent study tasks outside of classroom sessions to support your learning and progression.
Assessment is portfolio-based and may include practical tasks, design activities and written assignments.
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this course. However, you should have an interest in the natural environment and outdoor work.
Assessment is portfolio-based and may include practical tasks, design activities and written assignments.
Information
You will need to bring:
- Sturdy footwear
- Suitable clothing for working outdoors in all weather conditions
Further Study
On completion of this course, you may progress to:
- Level 1 Certificate or Diploma in Land-Based Studies
- Level 2 Countryside Studies (Land and Wildlife)
- Volunteering in conservation or environmental projects
- Employment with woodland, countryside or conservation organisations
- Apprenticeships within the agricultural or wider land-based sector
This course provides a strong foundation for further training or employment in land-based and environmental roles.
Part-time courses are term-time only.
See our term dates for further information.
Did you know that some of our courses are free if you earn less than £26,800* living in West Yorkshire, North Yorkshire & Lancashire?
*Pending Funding Guidance
Distance Learning call 01756 693 800 or email distancelearning@craven-college.ac.uk
Courses in the community call 01756 693 800 or email communitylearning@craven-college.ac.uk
All other Part-time courses call 01756 693 309 or email parttime@craven-college.ac.uk
