EVC Training

NEW 2012 Dates for Educational Visit Co-ordinator Courses:

Date	Course	Location	Code
Fri 16 March (am only)	EVC Refresher (half day) - for existing coordinators (primary & secondary)	Holiday Inn, Winchester	OD006F
Fri 27 April (day)	EVC Initial training day - for new coordinators - primary & secondary	Holiday Inn, Winchester	OD002G
Fri 21 Sep (day)	EVC Initial training day - for new coordinators - primary & secondary	Education Centre, Hillier's Gardens	OD002H
Wed 26 Sep (am only)	EVC Refresher (half day) - for existing coordinators (primary & secondary)	Education Centre, Hillier's Gardens	OD006G

Every school and youth group should have an EVC!

Educational Visits Coordinator InitialTraining

This is DCSF and Outdoor Education Advisers’ Panel accredited national training related to Hampshire, Portsmouth and Southampton.

These courses are for establishments that need to replace their EVC or would like a further member of staff to attend and become accredited.

These very successful induction days have recently been considerably updated, whilst continuing to cover all the essential core elements of the national and local requirements. They also provide a very suitable refresher day for those who trained some time ago.

Aims of the day

to understand the functions of the EVC
roles and responsibilities
managing visits
risk and safety management
supervision and leadership
supporting others and providing information
to understand what the EVC needs to know and do, and where to get support
to understand why the role is important and how it operates
to enable others to take a very positive view of the current situation and opportunities available
to promote development and to establish a support structure

EVC Refresher Courses

These courses are for existing EVCs who wish to be brought up to date with current regulations, guidance and initiatives, as well as have the opportunity to ask questions and share current experiences.

EVCs should attend an update course every three years or discuss their current requirements with the County Inspector: Outdoor Education.

Aims of the morning (9.30-12.30)

to bring EVCs up to date with current practice
to review and discuss current issues
to inform about current initiatives and support process