Course structure

Training and assessment will be in four key skill areas which are modular, followed by a mandatory mentoring module, in which the novice Instructor will be under the mentorship and tutelage of a Lead Instructor. The modules are as follows:

Module 1 – Instructional Techniques – a two-day module designed to conform to the requirements of Lifelong Learning UK’s (formerly FENTO) standards for teaching and supported learning in further education. £700 + VAT

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Module 2 – Health & Safety – a one-day module designed to ensure delegates are fully conversant with legislation and regulations which impact on the safe use of ladders, including the implementation of the Temporary Work at Height Directive £400 + VAT

Module 3 – Ladder Industry Specific – a one-day module self-accredited by the Ladder Association designed to ensure delegates are fully conversant and knowledgeable of good practice for ladders and stepladders and their applications. £400 + VAT

Module 4 – Ladder Association Training Scheme – a half-day module to introduce the Ladder Association’s Training Scheme procedures and to equip the delegate to operate within its national standards for training delivery. £400 + VAT

Module 5 – Mentored Module – a one-day basic mentoring programme comprised of two sessions, in which the novice instructor will deliver a complete Ladder Association User and Inspection course. All sessions will be undertaken under the mentorship and tutelage of a Ladder Association Lead Instructor. £600 + VAT

On successful completion of the mentored module, the novice instructor will be approved as a Ladder Association Instructor.

The total cost for all five modules is £2,500 + VAT payable in advance of attendance, or £1,800 if you’re exempt from module 1.

Please note that accommodation is not included in the price.