Hill And Moorland Leader Assessment
  • Plas y Brenin
  • 3 Days
  • 6 People to 1 instructor

Hill And Moorland Leader Assessment

  • Hike
  • Hillwalking
  • Mountain Training Award
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Overview

The Mountain Training Hill and Moorland Leader qualification is designed to train and assess those who wish to lead hill walking groups on day walks in defined terrain in summer conditions. You'll spend three mainly practical days on the local hills and moors showing us that you've got the skills to meet the standards set by Mountain Training.

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The Objectives

To qualify as a Hill and Moorland Leader

Itinerary

* Please note: Itinerary is subject to weather and availability.

What to Expect

You'll be assessed against the Mountain Training Hill and Moorland Qualification Syllabus over three days on the hill. There will be theoretical evening sessions between and also one practical night navigation after dark.

Experience Required

Before you book onto a Hill and Moorland Leader assessment, make sure you have done the following:

  • You must have attended a Hill and Moorland Leader training course (or have been granted exemption)
  • You must be familiar with the syllabus
  • You must have logged a minimum of 40 Quality Hillwalking Days in at least three different upland areas of the UK and Ireland
  • You must hold a current first aid certificate, minimum 16 hours and relevant to your work as a Hill and Moorland Leader

 

The Hill and Moorland Leader assessment is 3 days long.

Why Choose Plas y Brenin?

Our instructors are some of the UK’s most experienced. We train other instructors and help to write the national syllabuses for NGB qualifications in mountaineering, paddlesports, cycling and climbing. Our goal is to teach you skills to last a lifetime, and at Plas y Brenin you know you are getting training from the best.

If your course is based at Plas y Brenin, the residential price includes accommodation for the night before, and the duration of your time here. If you’re staying with us, we also provide delicious meals to keep you going as you learn, meaning you can concentrate on enjoying yourself. We may also be able to arrange a transfer from Llandudno Junction train station, subject to availability. We would need a minimum of one week’s notice prior to your course start date – please contact reception to learn more.

When it comes to equipment, at Plas y Brenin we have a wide range of top-quality kit for you to use, all included in your course fee. This means if you’re just starting out, there’s no need to rush out and buy a load of expensive gear, and if you’re already pretty well kitted-out, it’s a great chance to try something new.

We want to help you focus on achieving your goals so if you're staying with us, comfortable accommodation (with WIFI included) and good food are part of the deal, you don't need to think about sorting this out for yourself. Support is on hand from our friendly, and exceptionally well qualified staff, to help develop your understanding and personal skills. They also help you to formulate an appropriate action plan for your further development.

What do I need to bring?
Equipment List
How should I prepare?
Preparation guide

Please make sure you have sufficient equipment and be prepared to be to be 'on the hill'  every day and on one day you will walk into dark so we can cover night and poor visibility navigation.  On one of the days you will need to show us your leader's rucksack and it's contents.  We will provide maps but, you might like to bring your copy of OS 17 Snowdon & Conwy Valley 1:25,000.  You'll find a fine permanent marker useful for writing on maps and I'm sure it goes without saying you should bring a suitable compass.

 

Summer hillwalking gear plus map sheet 17 (explorer 1:25,000)

Before you book onto a Hill and Moorland Leader assessment, make sure you have done the following:

  • Have completed your consolidation period action plan
  • You must have attended a Hill and Moorland Leader training course (or have been granted exemption)
  • You must be familiar with the syllabus
  • You must have logged a minimum of 40 Quality Hillwalking Days in at least three different upland areas of the UK and Ireland
  • You must have physically attended and completed (i.e. not online) a first aid course which involved at least two full days or sixteen hours of instruction and included an element of assessment
Course Schedule

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Length
3 Days
Start Date
2nd February, 2020
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Cost
£381
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2nd March, 2020
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25th April, 2020
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16th November, 2020
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8th February, 2021
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