The National Portage Association's portage basic workshop is now accredited with Excel as a BTEC Level 3 Award in Portage Skills, and is available locally from NPA trainers.
Over four days, participants will be tutored on the basic skills needed to deliver portage under supervision, the ablity to apply skills in the workplace, knowledge of material and resources and confidence in working with others. After this, continuing support and development is available through regular supervisory meetings.