IOL
Bushcraft Competency Certificate Training
IOL
Bushcraft Competency Certificate Training
What is the IOL Bushcraft Competency Certificate training course?
The IOL Bushcraft Competency Certificate (BCC) is a prestigious award designed for individuals passionate about bushcraft and outdoor learning. It equips participants with the skills and knowledge necessary to deliver progressive bushcraft learning experiences safely and competently in various settings. The certificate focuses on eight core bushcraft subjects, including edged tools (knives and saws), fire-making, bow drill techniques, water procurement, debris shelters and bedding, tree identification and uses, natural navigation, and cordage. These essential skills form the foundation of bushcraft education, ensuring learners are prepared to inspire and lead others in the outdoors.
At TRIBE, we are committed to helping you achieve the BCC. Our training courses, span three days and include 24 guided learning hours. Whether you are an educator, instructor, leader, or simply someone passionate about the outdoors, this course is open to all who have an interest in bushcraft, though some prior experience is recommended. We provide a supportive and immersive environment where participants can hone their skills under expert guidance, preparing them for the next stages of certification.
The path to certification also involves a consolidation period and the completion of a detailed logbook that demonstrates at least 120 hours of quality bushcraft experience. This period allows you to deepen your understanding through a blend of guided learning, self-directed practice, reflective activities, teaching, and mentoring. At TRIBE, we offer ongoing support during this phase, ensuring you are fully prepared for assessment. From helping you develop your skills to guiding you in documenting your experiences, we’re here to help every step of the way.
Achieving the BCC with TRIBE not only demonstrates your commitment to good practice but also certifies your safety and competency in bushcraft. Whether you’re working with schools, outdoor centers, wildlife organizations, or youth groups, this certification opens doors to delivering impactful outdoor learning experiences. Let us help you take this rewarding step in your bushcraft journey and inspire others through your passion for the outdoors.
Dates
Below is a list of all the available dates and start times for the ‘IOL Bushcraft Competency Certificate (BCC) training course’ course:
03/03/25 to 05/03/25 (09:00 till 17:00)
03/05/25 to 05/05/25 (09:00 till 17:00)
Important Information
Registration closing date:
Minimum participants required to run the course:
Minimum age:
Weather Information
With a MO ‘yellow warning’, we will assess the TRIBE bushcraft centre to check it is safe to run. With a MO ‘amber warning’ or ‘red warning’ for the area, we will need to postpone or cancel the course for the day(s) the warning is in place for the safety of everyone involved. If cancelling we will provide a partial or full refund depending on what has been cancelled.
As weather warnings can be announced late, we can only apologise in advance for any changes but ultimately the safety of everyone who comes or works at TRIBE is our number one priority.
Overview of the course
On the day there will be easy signs to follow, guiding you into the TRIBE Bushcraft Centre. There you will meet your TRIBE instructor who will be there to guide you through the course.
This course has been designed to:
- Provide training to help you complete the IOL Bushcraft Competency Certificate (BCC).
- Develop practical skills in eight core bushcraft subjects, including edged tools, fire-making, and natural navigation.
- Develop a high level of safety and competency in delivering bushcraft sessions.
- Build confidence in creating and leading progressive outdoor learning experiences.
- Enhance your ability to teach bushcraft effectively in formal and informal settings.
- Help you learn to integrate reflective practice, teaching, and mentoring into your bushcraft journey.
- Give you expert guidance from IOL-accredited trainers during a 3-day immersive course.
- Strengthen your employability in outdoor learning and education sectors.
- Equip you to inspire others, with sustainable and practical outdoor skills.
- Open up a community of outdoor professionals committed to excellence in bushcraft.
- Help you to earn a certification that aligns with best practices and promotes safe, impactful outdoor education.
Who is it for?
Those who attend this course tend to be:
- Educators, instructors, and leaders seeking to deliver bushcraft learning experiences in formal or informal settings.
- Professionals and volunteers in outdoor learning, wildlife trusts, national parks, and youth organizations.
- Teachers and leaders aiming to integrate bushcraft into schools, colleges, and educational programs.
- Apprentices, FE/HE students, and individuals looking to enhance their outdoor skills and qualifications.
- Anyone passionate about bushcraft with some prior experience who wants to develop and certify their skills.
What should I bring?
All materials and tools for the IOL Bushcraft Competency Certificate (BCC) training course are provided. If you would like to bring your own tools to use you are more than welcome to do so. These will need to be checked and approved by the TRIBE Instructor(s) for suitability before the course starts.
The following kit list is required for this course:
Outdoor footwear – we recommend walking boots (no open shoes such as sandals or crocs) Waterproof jacket Outdoor trousers (no shorts or jeans) A packed lunch Water or other cold drink
Optional / Recommended
- Gardening gloves
- A hot drink
- Insect repellent (usually summer and autumn periods only)
- Mobile phone*
*Please note: Photography and videography are permitted for personal use only. However, for safety reasons, they may be prohibited during certain activities, such as when using tools. For more information, please contact the event organizer.
Additional Information
Spending time in the woods is made even more enjoyable at TRIBE by our bright & airy on-site compost toilets, foot-operated hand washing facilities, and covered Main Camp area with seats and pads for everyone.
How do I register?
Booking is easy and just requires you to click ‘REGISTER’ at the top of this page to reserve a place on the ‘IOL Bushcraft Competency Certificate (BCC) training course’. This means we can make sure that there is enough equipment and tools for everyone to use and so we can deliver the ultimate bushcraft experience for everyone who comes to this course.
Social Media
If you would like to follow us, click here for our Facebook page or here for our X page.
IOL
Bushcraft Competency Certificate Training
What is the IOL Bushcraft Competency Certificate training course?
The IOL Bushcraft Competency Certificate (BCC) is a prestigious award designed for individuals passionate about bushcraft and outdoor learning. It equips participants with the skills and knowledge necessary to deliver progressive bushcraft learning experiences safely and competently in various settings. The certificate focuses on eight core bushcraft subjects, including edged tools (knives and saws), fire-making, bow drill techniques, water procurement, debris shelters and bedding, tree identification and uses, natural navigation, and cordage. These essential skills form the foundation of bushcraft education, ensuring learners are prepared to inspire and lead others in the outdoors.
At TRIBE, we are committed to helping you achieve the BCC. Our training courses, span three days and include 24 guided learning hours. Whether you are an educator, instructor, leader, or simply someone passionate about the outdoors, this course is open to all who have an interest in bushcraft, though some prior experience is recommended. We provide a supportive and immersive environment where participants can hone their skills under expert guidance, preparing them for the next stages of certification.
The path to certification also involves a consolidation period and the completion of a detailed logbook that demonstrates at least 120 hours of quality bushcraft experience. This period allows you to deepen your understanding through a blend of guided learning, self-directed practice, reflective activities, teaching, and mentoring. At TRIBE, we offer ongoing support during this phase, ensuring you are fully prepared for assessment. From helping you develop your skills to guiding you in documenting your experiences, we’re here to help every step of the way.
Achieving the BCC with TRIBE not only demonstrates your commitment to good practice but also certifies your safety and competency in bushcraft. Whether you’re working with schools, outdoor centers, wildlife organizations, or youth groups, this certification opens doors to delivering impactful outdoor learning experiences. Let us help you take this rewarding step in your bushcraft journey and inspire others through your passion for the outdoors.
Dates
Below is a list of all the available dates and start times for the ‘IOL Bushcraft Competency Certificate (BCC) training course’ course:
03/03/25 to 05/03/25 (09:00 till 17:00)
03/05/25 to 05/05/25 (09:00 till 17:00)
Important Information
Registration closing date:
Minimum participants required to run the course:
Minimum age:
Weather Information
With a MO ‘yellow warning’, we will assess the TRIBE bushcraft centre to check it is safe to run. With a MO ‘amber warning’ or ‘red warning’ for the area, we will need to postpone or cancel the course for the day(s) the warning is in place for the safety of everyone involved. If cancelling we will provide a partial or full refund depending on what has been cancelled.
As weather warnings can be announced late, we can only apologise in advance for any changes but ultimately the safety of everyone who comes or works at TRIBE is our number one priority.
Overview of the course
On the day there will be easy signs to follow, guiding you into the TRIBE Bushcraft Centre. There you will meet your TRIBE instructor who will be there to guide you through the course.
This course has been designed to:
- Provide training to help you complete the IOL Bushcraft Competency Certificate (BCC).
- Develop practical skills in eight core bushcraft subjects, including edged tools, fire-making, and natural navigation.
- Develop a high level of safety and competency in delivering bushcraft sessions.
- Build confidence in creating and leading progressive outdoor learning experiences.
- Enhance your ability to teach bushcraft effectively in formal and informal settings.
- Help you learn to integrate reflective practice, teaching, and mentoring into your bushcraft journey.
- Give you expert guidance from IOL-accredited trainers during a 3-day immersive course.
- Strengthen your employability in outdoor learning and education sectors.
- Equip you to inspire others, with sustainable and practical outdoor skills.
- Open up a community of outdoor professionals committed to excellence in bushcraft.
- Help you to earn a certification that aligns with best practices and promotes safe, impactful outdoor education.
Who is it for?
Those who attend this course tend to be:
- Educators, instructors, and leaders seeking to deliver bushcraft learning experiences in formal or informal settings.
- Professionals and volunteers in outdoor learning, wildlife trusts, national parks, and youth organizations.
- Teachers and leaders aiming to integrate bushcraft into schools, colleges, and educational programs.
- Apprentices, FE/HE students, and individuals looking to enhance their outdoor skills and qualifications.
- Anyone passionate about bushcraft with some prior experience who wants to develop and certify their skills.
What should I bring?
All materials and tools for the IOL Bushcraft Competency Certificate (BCC) training course are provided. If you would like to bring your own tools to use you are more than welcome to do so. These will need to be checked and approved by the TRIBE Instructor(s) for suitability before the course starts.
The following kit list is required for this course:
Outdoor footwear – we recommend walking boots (no open shoes such as sandals or crocs) Waterproof jacket Outdoor trousers (no shorts or jeans) A packed lunch Water or other cold drink
Optional / Recommended
- Gardening gloves
- A hot drink
- Insect repellent (usually summer and autumn periods only)
- Mobile phone*
*Please note: Photography and videography are permitted for personal use only. However, for safety reasons, they may be prohibited during certain activities, such as when using tools. For more information, please contact the event organizer.
Additional Information
Spending time in the woods is made even more enjoyable at TRIBE by our bright & airy on-site compost toilets, foot-operated hand washing facilities, and covered Main Camp area with seats and pads for everyone.
How do I register?
Booking is easy and just requires you to click ‘REGISTER’ at the top of this page to reserve a place on the ‘IOL Bushcraft Competency Certificate (BCC) training course’. This means we can make sure that there is enough equipment and tools for everyone to use and so we can deliver the ultimate bushcraft experience for everyone who comes to this course.
Social Media
If you would like to follow us, click here for our Facebook page or here for our X page.
