WHY CHANNEL TRAINING?
Supporting High-Quality Outdoor Learning
Channel Training is the specialist apprenticeship training provider for the outdoor sector. We provide end-to-end training and workforce development to support the delivery of high-quality outdoor learning and adventure.
We have the best people delivering the best apprenticeships and training for our sector.
Specialising in Outdoor Learning
Channel Training is the only independent training provider to specialise in outdoor learning – we use our unique knowledge and experience to support workforce development across the sector. We believe that outdoor and adventurous activities are a natural and vital part of our lives…
They make us happy, boost our confidence and create positive social interactions amongst communities.
They encourage good mental and physical health, wellbeing and pro-environmental behaviours in a truly accessible way.
They improve attainment in education and support the development of children and young people.
They allow us space to just be present, in our complex and challenging society, at a time when we need that the most.
Our Vision
Our vision is one where all individuals, families and communities in our society can access and understand the benefits of outdoor learning.
We want outdoor learning to be a valued way for people in the UK to grow, learn, and build careers. By supporting people and employers in the outdoor learning sector, and connecting and developing skilled individuals, we help outdoor learning providers reach more people and thrive for the long term.
Our Mission
Our goal is to help more people build careers in outdoor learning and demonstrate its value. We do this by offering well-designed apprenticeships that support both employers and learners.
Our Aims
We aim to develop and maintain outstanding training for successful completion of apprenticeship standards at the level appropriate for the learner.
This includes success in employer engagement, initial advice and guidance, recruitment, training, retention, final completion and ongoing employability and support.
Our Team
Chloe Kinsella
Lead Tutor
“Being part of the development and growing passion of new industry professionals is an invaluable experience. I am privileged to share my experience, knowledge and skills of Outdoor Adventure with my learners.”
Caroline Young
QUALITY AND PROGRAMMES MANAGER
“I am responsible for programme management and internal quality assurance for Channel Training. I bring a wealth of experience from a range of settings including: being a qualified Geography teacher, senior member of the Exmoor Search and Rescue Team and Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Scheme trainer and assessor.“
Jim Whittaker
MANAGING DIRECTOR
“Growing up on a diet of Peak District gritstone and rain showed me from a very early age that people are the best versions of themselves when they are outdoors.”
Jim is the Founder and Managing Director of Channel Group.
Flora Jones
SKILLS DEVELOPMENT LEAD
“I love working with different people! So far, my time in the industry has allowed me to do this in a variety of countries and environments. Now working with apprentices across the North of England, I can meet people ready to start their careers in the outdoors.”
becks Ball
APPRENTICESHIPS TUTOR
“My passion is being outside and enjoying the outdoors for whatever it has to offer, whether it be mountain biking through the forest, kayaking down a river, climbing a mountain or surfing in the sea. The outdoors is a playground, and we should experience its beauty.”
karen Garwood
MIS AND COMPLIANCE MANAGER
“I am the MIS and Compliance Manager at Channel Training. I will be able to assist you with any questions you may have relating to funding, eligibility and financial queries involving the apprenticeship, along with any support you may need with your Apprenticeship Service Account.”
Rachel Hayes
APPRENTICESHIPS ADMINISTRATOR
“I can assist with creating accounts and login issues, recruiting apprentices and general admin queries. With administration experience in research, further education and the public sector, I thoroughly enjoy admin, and take pride in being able to help and support people”
Andy Cumino
APPRENTICESHIP TUTOR
“I have been involved in outdoor sports and coaching since 2012, starting with white water kayaking before branching into coaching and then the world of activity centres. In centre-based management roles, I have been involved in mentoring and training apprentice instructors to deliver quality outdoor learning. Alongside this, I have pursued personal experiences and qualifications in climbing and watersports, PPE inspection, first aid training and course provider roles.”
Kayleigh Hunter
APPRENTICESHIP TUTOR
“I have always been drawn to the countryside, exploring the moors of Devon, wandering in the Shropshire hills or getting lost in the Peak District. Over the past few years I have been running DofE expeditions in the Brecon Beacons, teaching outdoor education in Surrey or spending my weekends paddle boarding, camping or hiking with my two Cocker Spaniels.”
Francesca Coakley
APPRENTICESHIPS TUTOR
“I have always felt calmer, more relaxed and able to cope better with life’s challenges when I can spend time outside. I’ve always been interested in teaching, and being a tutor with Channel Training allows me to combine both of these together. As well as enjoying adventures out on the water and in the mountains, I also take part and compete in long-distance triathlons”.
John
APPRENTICESHIP TUTOR / SKILLS TRAINER
“I truly enjoy being outdoors and supporting and training people to achieve their personal and career goals.”
John has extensive experience working in outdoor adventure and the further education sector, specialising in vocational and apprenticeship training as an instructor, lecturer, manager, and end-point assessor.”