Our EVC training is delivered using a blended approach. The feedback we have received is this is the preferable method for our schools.

It enables:

• attendees to save time travelling;
• attendees to reduce their carbon impact;
• schools to reduce costs on supply cover;
• allows us to be flexible with cancellation or postponement due to last minute issues arising in schools.

Our programme is made up of two parts.

Part 1 MUST be completed before attending the face to face element in part 2.

DELIVERY METHOD:

Part 1: This is a self guided e-learning, details will follow (within 72 hours).

Part 2: The live facilitated training will be delivered as a classroom session online via Zoom. This can be accessed via a computer, laptop and tablet. You must have a working camera and microphone. (3 hours)

WHY CHOOSE US:

We focus on the key aspects of running, planning and managing educational visits. We ensure our course content is up to date with guidance and legislation changes. We work with a team to ensure our internal and external quality assurance is robust and our course has rigour with an assessment at the end.

We have experience in training Maintained schools, Academies and Independent Schools throughout England, Wales, Europe and Internationally.

This course is delivered inline with:

• Department for Education Guidance on Educational Visits
• ISI Commentary on the Regulatory Requirements
• OEAP National Guidance
• HSE School Trips Guidance
• OFSTED Inspection Framework

The course is delivered by the EVOLVE Advice Advisers following OEAP guidelines and core messages.

COURSE RATIONALE:

This training course covers aspects of the law related to educational visits, risk assessment of visits, and the administrative requirements associated with off-site educational activities as recommended by the Department for Education.

The course will enable EVCs to plan and manage their schools’ educational visits and off-site activities in line with National Guidance and current good practice, and thus help fulfil their Health & Safety obligations.

TARGET AUDIENCE:

This course is aimed at new and existing EVCs in all schools (maintained, Independent Schools, Foundation Schools, and Academies) in England and Wales where the employer has agreed that this is suitable.

Although many of the subjects are transferable, this course is not aimed at FE and HE settings. 

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Enhanced knowledge and understanding about the effective supervision of young people taking part in off-site activities and visits
Greater confidence and ability to act as the Education Visit Co-ordinator
Increased competence in risk assessing and managing risks on off-site visits

COURSE CONTENT:

This course aims to equip staff with the key requirements to become a competent Educational Visit Co-ordinator. The course outlines key considerations in planning an educational visit, updating participants with current good practice in the supervision of young people.

The course provides training in strategies used for risk management and risk assessment off-site, and will include sessions on:

• Planning
• Risk management
• Competence
• Supervision
• Guidance
• Best Practice
• Legal issues

Please note this is not training on the use of the EVOLVE system. See EVOLVE Training for EVCs/Visit Leaders here.

CERTIFICATION & THE NATIONAL EVC REGISTER:

Participants will receive a Certificate of Attendance upon completion of the course, accredited by the Institute of Outdoor Learning and will be added to The National EVC Register.*

You will be issued with:

• A digital certificate
• A digital badge
• A printed certificate
• A metal pin badge for your lanyard

Our digital certificates and badges are verifiable online via The National EVC Database.

FEES:

£160+vat per person

This course is recommended by:

*If you do not wish to be included in the National EVC Register, please contact our team.