Mountain Training
Why do I need to join a mountaineering council before I can register?
You have to be a member in order to register for these qualifications because the mountaineering councils work hard to protect the interests of walkers and climbers which then enables you to fulfil your role as a qualified leader.
Candidates registering for the following Mountain Training qualifications are required to be a member of a mountaineering council:
- Hill and Moorland Leader
- Mountain Leader
- Climbing Wall Instructor
- Rock Climbing Instructor
- Foundation Coach
Mountain Training and the mountaineering councils work closely together in a number of areas concerned with mountaineering good practice for individuals, leaders and groups. On a broad level, Mountain Training administers formal training schemes and the mountaineering councils dispense advice and expertise in more informal areas of activity such as student clubs, mountaineering clubs and youth participation.
Skills Courses
The Mountain Training skills courses are all about supporting people to be independent hill walkers and rock climbers. Check out their skill course finder.
Qualifications
Mountain Training qualifications you can enrol in for indoor climbing, rock climbing, hill walking and mountaineering.
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Which qualification is right for me?
Each Mountain Training schemes, whether it’s about personal skills or a qualification, has a particular focus so it’s a good idea to think about what you want to do in order to find the right one.
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