RECOFTC Training Courses

Our courses build the capabilities of organizations, policy makers and practitioners, and forest users to make community management of forests more effective.

Our Approach

Our courses and study tours build on participants' own experiences. RECOFTC trainers expand participants' existing skills and knowledge by introducing new concepts and innovations and exploring issues through case study analysis, field visits, and presentations by invited specialists.

RECOFTC trainings use "experiential learning," based on the premise that people learn best through experience and reflection. Our courses promote the sharing of information between participants and experienced field practitioners. Each course is designed to build the specific competences, understandings, and abilities needed to take action. We introduce practical and relevant lessons that can be readily applied in your own workplace environment.

You can also view and download the full Training Courses Catalog.

Open Courses

Throughout the year, we hold scheduled courses available for open registration. Below are currently scheduled courses for 2013.

Notes:

1. The tuition fee covers all training expenses, course materials, as well as all costs incurred during the field visit (meals, accommodation, and transport).
2. Please allocate adequate budget for daily meals, accommodation, and incidental fees. RECOFTC's Bangkok facilities are available for accommodation in a private, air-conditioned room for an additional US$30/day per participant for the duration of all the courses in Bangkok. Accomodation for courses in other countries will vary from city to city.

Customized Courses

All courses are available upon request, and all can be fully tailored to suit the specific wishes of our clients. Contact training@recoftc.org for more information. You can:

• Develop the right course for your needs. We have created specialized training programs for a wide range of partners, including nongovernment organizations, government advisers and officials, community groups, local forest users, academics, and members of the media. Courses range from half-day workshops to yearlong curricula.
• Tailor the course to your context. Each curriculum can be adapted to address specific issues and contexts, from the international to the national to the local level. You can also mix and match courses to respond to unique situations.
• Choose your own location and language. Courses can be conducted at RECOFTC's Bangkok facilities or in your home country. We deliver training programs in national languages by collaborating with experienced national trainers and national training organizations.

Core Courses

We offer courses in specific topics on community forestry, climate change, forest conflict, and livelihoods, as well as broader courses on training, facilitation, writing, and more. Based on more than 20 years of experience, we have identified these subjects as the most critical areas for building capacity for developing successful community forests.

Community Forestry and Natural Resource Management

Introduction to Community ForestryInternal Governance of Community Forests Landscape Functions and People**Participatory Action Research for Community-Based Natural Resource ManagementParticipatory Forest Management in Protected AreasParticipatory Mapping

Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation

Community Forestry and REDD+Community Forestry for Adaptation to Climate ChangeFree, Prior, and Informed Consent for REDD+

Forest Conflict and Governance

Conflict Mediation in Natural Resource Management (Advanced Course)**Forest Policies and InstitutionsManaging Natural Resource ConflictNatural Resource Governance

Livelihoods and Markets

Community-Based Tourism DevelopmentMarket-Oriented Approaches and Forest Livelihoods

Community Outreach Skills

The Art of Building Facilitation CapacitiesThe Art of Building Training Capacities

Costs

Prices vary by location, duration, number of participants, and topics covered. The following is an example of some course pricings, which include individual rooms and three meals per day for each participant. Additional field trip costs are not included. Contact training@recoftc.org for bookings and specific pricing information.

Approximate Fees Per Course in US Dollars

Study Tours

RECOFTC offers a number of study tours in Thailand, including an Executive Study Tour on Forest and Food Security. Specialized trips can also be arranged in most countries in the Asia-Pacific region. These tours bring participants to field sites where they can interact with and learn from community forest managers, local government staff, and support organizations. For more information, please visit our Study Tours page or contact training@recoftc.org.