EBO Adventure Training Instructor Course
EBO Adventure is recognised as a centre of excellence in the delivery of Adventure Training and the development of outdoor professionals. Our Adventure Training Instructor (ATI) course will provide those looking for a career in the Adventure Training (AT) sector and outdoor education with a wide range of nationally recognised qualifications, hard skills, as well as important soft skills essential to the role.
If you are seeking for an exciting career or a change from the mundane into the realm of adventure and enjoy developing new skills, helping others and coaching, we can give you the the best possible advice, training and support through our team of highly experienced instructors.We will discuss with you your aspirations, put together an individualized development plan that will enable you to achieve your goals and enter the world of professional adventure training specialists.
Not only will you gain the qualifications you need to become an effective outdoor professional but you will also learn the skills required to be a part of the outdoor adventure industry for your entire career.
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About The Course
Our courses are tailored with the individual mind, we are realistic about what you will achieve during your time with us. We will provide is the best possible foundation from which you will be able to build your career .
During your time on the course you will develop your skills in these specific activities: Rock Climbing, Surfing,Kayaking, Coasteering, Bushcraft, Beach Lifeguarding and First Aid. You will also have focussed workshops on practical aspects of risk assessments, Operating procedures, insurance, equipment maintenance, hazard awareness, group management, teambuilding, command tasks and leadership.
All courses can be taken individually - please contact office for breakdown of costs.
National Governing Body and other Qualifications You May Take:
- 5th - 10th September - SLS GB Beach Lifeguard Award
- 12th - 16th September - EBO Coasteer Assistant Guide Training & Assessment
- 19th - 30th September - MLTE Learning to Lead Climbing Training Programme
- TBC - MLTE SPA Training Award
- 3rd - 7th October - BCU 2* Training week including FSRT
- 10th - 14th October - UKCC Level 1 Paddlesport Coach
Also included:
Full equipment hire including down-time usage
Subsidised Personal Kit package
Uniform
Regular swimming coaching sessions
Work experience & shadowing Instructors
One-on-one skills clinics when required
Registration, certification & exam fees, (other than those listed below)
Final assessment & employment planning
Not included:
Food
MLTE Membership for the SPA scheme (£35)
Transport (we will provide as much as possible, however you will need to transport yourselves to some of the locations, therefore a car is recommended - if you do not have one, please let us know so we can make arrangements)
The course allows ample opportunity to consolidate your training and spend time doing the activities with us in Cornwall which offers the best beaches, coastlines and sea cliffs in the world.
We train you to be professional adventure instructors and won't just provide a series of qualifications just for the sake of it. We will provide you with bespoke career development plans and professional advice on CV writing interview skills and resettlement.
EBO are Adventure training specialists and we have a proven track record of delivering AT as well as producing professional instructors who are employed far and wide. You will be trained to the highest standards that will allow you to become a part of an elite group of specialists who are respected worldwide.
Pre-requisites
You do not need to hold any previous qualifications to enrol on this programme. Nor do you have to be ex-Military. However you need to be fit and able to cope with vigorous exercise, have excellent leadership and communication skills as well as being passionate about adventure training! The course includes training/assessment to enable you to instruct in a variety of areas and leads to direct employment and further training opportunities, depending upon your interests and abilities.
Upon successful application you will be invited to an interview which will help determine your suitability to the course. We will also discuss an individualised action plan with you.
Post course
After successful completion of this course you may become one of our team or you may go on to other centres to further your experience and training and then maybe come back to us to become a senior trainer on the very course you took your first step with.
Course Dates
Option 1 - Intensive 6 week course - 5th September - 30th October 2016
Option 2 - Extended 12 week course 2nd November - 30th February 2016
For more information, please contact a member of our team or complete our online info request form.