Public Release of the New ERCA Training Syllabus

We would like to raise everybody’s awareness to the public release of the revised version (July 2024) of the ERCA training syllabus. The full document is now publicly available. This syllabus provides information for training on permanent and temporary ropes courses. The syllabus describes course aims and objectives, content, methods of teaching, course duration, as well as assessment criteria. Mobile ropes courses are not covered within the current syllabus.

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Welcome FareHarbor as a new ERCA Partner
Train-the-Trainer course, to become an ERCA Trainer
Scope: Adventure Park
Course Language: English
Part 1 of 2
Not yet confirmed! Subject to change due to a lack of the the minimum attendance. In case of questions please contact
What are the steps to become an ERCA certified Trainer?
1. Register & Apply
2. Join and pass part 1 (training workshop)
3. Join and pass part 2 (assessment)
4. Receive your "ERCA-Trainer" certificate
5. Offer and run instructor- and -rescuer courses for operators or endusers in the market.
What are your benefits working as an ERCA certified Trainer?
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Pre-Requisites & Requirements for Attendance
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Course Concept & Itinerary
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Registration
Candidates please click the button at top left to complete online registration form .
Once we received your application we will check the formal requirements and will confirm to you whether your attendance is confirmed or not. Please wait for our confirmation before completing your travel plannings.
Course Fees
Price regular for Non-ERCA members: 250.00 EUR per day per participant + 19% German VAT
Price for ERCA members: 225.00 EUR per day per participant + 19% German VAT
Here you can read and download the cancellation policy.
NOTE: Part 2 of the course needed for completion!
You need to attend and pass an assessment course to complete the award. Here you can find the next opportunities for participation in an assessment course .
Meals & Accomodation
Tea and coffee is included in the course fee, but no other food nor refreshments. You have to arrange and pay your meals, travel and accomodation yourself.