Basic Expedition Leadership Award           

The Basic Expeditionary Leadership Award Scheme

DATE

 VENUE LEVEL INFORMATION
15th April    

CANCELLED
6th May     CANCELLED
       
Basic Expedition Leaders Award
The training involves assessing the suitability of youth leaders to lead their own mountain activities within the requirements of a nationally recognised qualifications. Ensuring that activities are organised, are of benefit to those participating, meet safety requirements, and the approval of parents.

The full list of the ten units on a BELA course:

  •  1.   Leadership & Party Management
  •  2.   Instructional & Organisational Method
     
  • 3.   Planning & Preparation
     
  • 4.   Conservation and Access
     
  • 5.   Navigation
     
  • 6.   Equipment
     
  • 7.   Living Out-of-doors
     
  • 8.   First Aid and Emergencies
  •  9.   Fitness and Weather
  • 10.   Leadership Experience

To gain the award you need to "pass" every unit, most units are  run as continuous assessment during the course. Continuous assessment is used during the course with candidates demonstrating the skills learnt during a practical week-end.