*Who is it for?*

Anyone aged 18-23 who is serious about becoming a leader in their career and/or on expeditions, and has some previous expedition experience.

*What’s it all about?*

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop and practice leadership skills on an expedition, with the support of experienced wilderness leaders and management trainers. A key component is the link between expedition skills and leadership skills. The programme will combine practical examples from business management, leading in the outdoors and leadership training models. This will provide you with a solid grounding in leadership theory, with the chance to practice the soft and hard skills of leadership. The programme is delivered over six months through three pre-expedition weekends and a four week expedition. All the training is extremely practical, giving you the opportunity to take real responsibility for making the expedition successful.

*What can I get out of it?*

* NVQ Level 3 in Leadership and Management
* 2 day Adventure First Aid qualification
* Offsite Safety Management qualification
* Preparation towards the Mountain Leader (ML summer) award training
* Experience in planning and leading an expedition
* Training towards joining the leader team on a future BSES expedition
* Taking responsibility for a group of people

Employment research confirms that top employers place a very high value on these experiences and qualifications. This programme will boost your skills, CV and prospects. You will develop key competencies and knowledge which will prepare you well for any leadership role or challenge in your future.

For more information “click here”:http://www.bses.org.uk/bses_expeditions.php?exped=leadership09&mode=welcome&BSESid=177bf23b530ee698adbda048bf62a24e