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*****************************************************************************UGA Challenge Course Facilitator Requirements
The UGA Challenge Course Staff conducts an annual training program for anyone interested in becoming a Challenge Course instructor here, or anywhere. Contact Susan Powell at 706-542-9077 for course information.
Dates:Challenge Course New Facilitator Training Series:Monday, February 24th 5- 9 pm Monday, March 3rd 5 - 9 pm Saturday, March 22 from 8 am - 5 pm Monday, March 31 from 5 - 9 pmSaturday, April 5th from 8 am - 5 pm
The following basic and advanced level requirements are provided as a guideline for Staff Training: Basic (Solo*) Facilitator Requirements
Requires a minimum of 29 hours training in Challenge Course facilitation. Outside training must be approved by the Outdoor Recreation Coordinator.
Successful completion of CPRO and Standard First Aid training. Ability to quickly and confidently tie all necessary knots. Capability to set up and take down each and every low and high course element. Ability to safely belay participants. Successfully demonstrate a high course rescue.
Ability to understand and present each field game, initiative, and element, including all safety issues and features. Ability to understand and use group dynamic facilitation skills as they apply to a Challenge Course. Ability to prepare (front‑loading) and follow‑up (debriefing) for the group. Knowledge of the use of the experiential learning cycle. Working knowledge of all equipment, policies and protocols of a Challenge Course program
* A solo facilitator is one who, with the agreement of both the facilitator and the outdoor recreation coordinator, is able to conduct a low and high course program without direct supervision by another more qualified solo facilitator or lead facilitator.
Lead Facilitator Requirements
Obtain Basic (Solo) Facilitator status.
Minimum 40 hours working as a full solo facilitator. Receive Outdoor Recreation Coordinator's approval by successful completion of a written evaluation, demonstration of skills, and face‑to‑face interview. Ability to conduct a pre‑course orientation with participants. Ability to appropriately review and interpret medical forms. Superior working knowledge of all safety gear used on a Ropes Course. Ability to develop a schedule that will address the group's issues and goals.
Maintaining Lead Facilitator Status
Work with at least two different facilitators per semester. Facilitate a minimum of one group per month (This guideline may be influenced by the experience level of the facilitator).
Regaining Lead Facilitator Status To regain lead facilitator status, a person must work with a current lead facilitator for a minimum of three days and receive his/her approval. In addition, s/he must have a face‑to‑face interview with Outdoor Recreation Coordinator.
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Home >> Outdoor Recreation
>> Challenge Course
OUTDOOR CHALLENGE COURSE POLICIES
INDOOR CHALLENGE COURSE POLICIES
*****************************************************************************UGA Challenge Course Facilitator Requirements
The UGA Challenge Course Staff conducts an annual training program for anyone interested in becoming a Challenge Course instructor here, or anywhere. Contact Susan Powell at 706-542-9077 for course information.
Dates:Challenge Course New Facilitator Training Series:Monday, February 24th 5- 9 pm Monday, March 3rd 5 - 9 pm Saturday, March 22 from 8 am - 5 pm Monday, March 31 from 5 - 9 pmSaturday, April 5th from 8 am - 5 pm
The following basic and advanced level requirements are provided as a guideline for Staff Training: Basic (Solo*) Facilitator Requirements
Requires a minimum of 29 hours training in Challenge Course facilitation. Outside training must be approved by the Outdoor Recreation Coordinator.
Successful completion of CPRO and Standard First Aid training. Ability to quickly and confidently tie all necessary knots. Capability to set up and take down each and every low and high course element. Ability to safely belay participants. Successfully demonstrate a high course rescue.
Ability to understand and present each field game, initiative, and element, including all safety issues and features. Ability to understand and use group dynamic facilitation skills as they apply to a Challenge Course. Ability to prepare (front‑loading) and follow‑up (debriefing) for the group. Knowledge 
of the use of the experiential learning cycle. Working knowledge of all equipment, policies and protocols of a Challenge Course program
* A solo facilitator is one who, with the agreement of both the facilitator and the outdoor recreation coordinator, is able to conduct a low and high course program without direct supervision by another more qualified solo facilitator or lead facilitator.
Lead Facilitator Requirements
Obtain Basic (Solo) Facilitator status.
Minimum 40 hours working as a full solo facilitator. Receive Outdoor Recreation Coordinator's approval by successful completion of a written evaluation, demonstration of skills, and face‑to‑face interview. Ability to conduct a pre‑course orientation with participants. Ability to appropriately review and interpret medical forms. Superior working knowledge of all safety gear used on a Ropes Course. Ability to develop a schedule that will address the group's issues and goals.
Maintaining Lead Facilitator Status
Work with at least two different facilitators per semester. Facilitate a minimum of one group per month (This guideline may be influenced by the experience level of the facilitator).
Regaining Lead Facilitator Status To regain lead facilitator status, a person must work with a current lead facilitator for a minimum of three days and receive his/her approval. In addition, s/he must have a face‑to‑face interview with Outdoor Recreation Coordinator.
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This website last updated Apr 18, 2014, 05:25pm