The course includes CPR and first aid awareness, basic safeguarding and risk management, preparation, planning, communication, marketing, budgeting, hands-on delivery and CV development.
Each trainee receives printed course materials and a t-shirt. At the end of the course each Active Leader receives a reference, certificate, 10 CPD points and a pin badge.Sessions aim to be 70% practical with an emphasis on fun, teamwork, problem solving and interactive engagement. The course takes 25 hours and each trainee progresses individually. Trainers provide encouragement, supervision and feedback.
The course can be adapted for those in further education, training and apprenticeships and can include specific focus on overcoming social inclusion, promoting emotional well-being and fulfilling work placement requirements.