Lowland Leader Training

The Lowland Leader qualification has been designed for people who wish to lead groups on day walks in lowland countryside and woodland in summer conditions. The majority of the UK and Ireland is made up of this type of terrain so you'll never be short of places to go walking.

To get started on the Lowland Leader qualification you need to meet the following prerequisites:

1. You must be at least 17 years old
2. You should have an interest in leading groups in lowland countryside

If the above applies to you, here's what to do next:

1. Create an account on our Candidate Management System or log in if you already have one.
2. Register for the Lowland Leader scheme (this costs £49)

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We offer a 2 day (16 hour) training course, inclusive of time out practically with your group as well as some inside sessions to discuss further topics.

Lowland Leaders should be competent in the following key areas, all of which will be covered during your 2 day training course:

1.  Leadership skills and group management
2.  Walking skills
3.  Planning a walk
4.  Basic map and route finding skills
5.  Equipment
6.  Hazards and emergency procedures
7.  Environmental awareness, conservation, access and land ownership