Walking Group Leader (WGL) Training and Assessment

WGL Video provided by the BMC

Walking Group Leader Training

This three-day course focuses on the practical elements of leadership through WGL terrain. The course will have a strong emphasis on Navigation through both lowland and moorland terrain with a practical session looking at the skills required for basic emergency night navigation. The course will also look at:

* Remit of the Award
* Personal leadership skills and styles
* Route planning
* Legal and moral issues of leadership
* Environmental awareness
* Camping supervision
* Emergency procedures
* Common hill incidents
* Assessment and Beyond

At the end of the course candidates, if they wish can receive a personal action plan outlining their ideal route to assessment and beyond.

Walking Group Leader Assessment

Assessment takes place over three days and focuses on the practical skills required for the award. The assessment process is designed by Peak Mountain Training and is one that we feel gives potential leaders the best possible environment to demonstrate their skills.

It's important that all those involved feel they have been given a fair opportunity to show what they can do and The WGL assessment should reflect this. It is also equally important that people leave their WGL assessment feeling they have gained knowledge.

The areas assessed are the same as are covered on our training courses and laid out in the syllabus. Candidates should be familiar with all aspect of the syllabus and be expecting to be assessed accordingly.

Pre requisites : You must be registered with the MLTUK and have completed the pre requisits as outlined in the registration notes.

Travel See our 'Green Travel Guide' for those who would like to travel to the course with minimal impact, or if you do not have a car!