Biodynamic Training courses at The Field Centre

Biodynamic Training: Growing the Land, Growing People

This programme has two primary areas of focus: biodynamic agroecology Growing the Land, and social therapeutic education Growing People. The course is facilitated by some of the world's most experienced practitioners in the fields of biodynamic agriculture and social pedagogy, and is informed by the most current practice-based research.

In this course you will aim to become an independent and confident biodynamic practitioner by working on a biodynamic holding. You will reflect fully on your learning within the structure of an accredited Level 3 qualification. The course provides active participation leading to competencies for working with people, meeting wide educational and developmental needs, whilst using biodynamic, ecological activities. You will consider in depth how biodynamic ecology is of educational and therapeutic value in the context of the land and in its wider relationships.

The course has three application routes: Ruskin Mill Trust staff (land-based and non-land-based); charity volunteers (apprenticeship model) and direct applicants (external to RMT). All are welcome and supported to achieve through this immersive, unique training.

Charity volunteer scheme (apprenticeship model)

Our charity volunteer scheme provides full-time unpaid work on the land with experienced practitioners. You contribute to the farm organism and reflect on your learning in accredited modules. In return charity volunteers receive RMT training, accommodation (if required), subsistence and expenses for two years.