Outdoor activity instructor

Supervising and guiding children and adults in activities and pastimes.

Typical duration

1 year

Training funded

up to £6,000

Route

Health and science

Standard ref

ST0479

Role overview

Outdoor activity instructors deliver a range of land- and water-based activities including climbing, kayaking, mountain biking, and bushcraft to participants in schools, activity centres, and the outdoors. Apprentices gain National Governing Body (NGB) awards in their chosen activities alongside professional outdoor education skills. The role is a popular entry route into a career in outdoor education, expedition leading, or youth work.

Careers this apprenticeship leads to

Salary progression, top employers and day-to-day reality for the roles this standard prepares you for.

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