Tir Coed's popular 12 week accredited training course is now open for applications.
The hands-on syllabus will introduce trainees to:
• Managing a woodland sustainably by learning essential skills such as undergrowth clearing,
coppicing, felling, and small-scale timber extraction
• Using a variety of traditional hand tools to make green wood craft projects for yourself and the
local community, such as spoons, stools, benches and shelters
• Identifying tree, plant and animal species and developing your understanding of basic woodland
ecology
• Identifying hazards and assessing risks to keep yourself and others safe when learning and
working outdoors
• Two training days per week for twelve weeks
• Training days are 10am – 4pm with breaks
• Training takes place in various locations throughout the Elan Valley Estate
• You will need to provide your own transport to woodland training sites
• Tir Coed provides iPads to all trainees in order to complete a digital workbook that supports and
evidences your learning
• Trainees that complete the digital workbook are eligible for Level 2 accreditation and a certificate
from Agored Cymru
• If you attend both summer and winter courses you will be able to complete an Agored Cymru/Tir
Coed qualification which is equivalent to a high-grade GCSE
If you want to find out more please email our mentor Ben at powysmentor@tircoed.org.uk who will be happy to answer any questions you may have. Or you can apply directly online at:
Tir Coed Application form
