Following a comprehensive review of costs, it was clear the
funding model and approach for the outdoor activity instructor
apprenticeship required a significant investment of Mark
Lavingtons' time by PGL and voluntary effort by Neal Anderson (IOL
Professional Standards Manager) way beyond what was sustainable
for a 2nd project). Neither IOL or PGL could support the
development time/costs without support from employers,
education/training organisations and other interested parties
across the sector.
A crowdfunding approach was taken in order to get the project
underway.
Pledges totalling £15,800 were received from Outward Bound,
PGL, The Scout Association, Blackwell Adventure, Inspiring
Learning, Lindley Educational Trust, Field Studies Council,
Youth Hostels Association, Peak District National Park.
IOL have pledged to provide a proportion of the IOL Professional
Standards Managers time to input into standards and ensure
alignment with workforce developments.
The project budget focuses solely on what is absolutely necessary
to get the Apprenticeship designed and approved. The funding will
cover:
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Creation of the Trailblazer bid to design and submit new
apprenticeship standard
- Creation of the Standard, Assessment Plan and costings
Should delays or significant unexpected requirements or changes
occur the Trailblazer group would have to review the project funds
and expenses. It is likely further funding will need to be sought
from employers in the sector. Further pledges from employers,
education/training organisations and other interested parties
would also enable the project to include more in-person
consultation and informational - promotional literature.
All contributions are welcome, and all contributors will be named
as contributing supporters. The Institute for Outdoor Learning
hold the funds on behalf of the employer group. Payments are
managed by the Project Chair with oversight/reporting to the
Working Group. To make your contribution contact
Louise Keir
who will arrange an invoice for payment.
View the Outdoor Apprenticeships Project Funding
Arrangements