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MYCOLOGY TRAIN-THE-TRAINER PROGRAMME

Empowering Mycology Educators for Greater Impact

A participant practicing workshop leadership skills in a classroom setting.

The Afrifungi Train-the-Trainer Programme is a comprehensive, hands-on course designed to transform participants into confident and capable mycology educators. Building on the fundamentals of mushroom cultivation, this Programmeme equips individuals with the skills to effectively teach others, fostering a wider understanding and application of mycology in communities and professional networks.

Programme Goals

Advanced Techniques

Teach participants expert mycology skills while building their capacity to share this knowledge with others.

Workshop Leadership

Develop practical and theoretical expertise in mushroom cultivation, empowering participants to lead their own workshops.

Effective Teaching

Equip participants with teaching methodologies and presentation techniques tailored to mycology education.

Building Networks

Foster a community of trained educators committed to advancing fungi’s role in sustainable agriculture, education, and environmental restoration.

Who is this Programme for?

Educators and Community Leaders

Individuals incorporating mycology into educational initiatives or community development projects.

Experienced Growers

Farmers or cultivators aiming to train staff, peers, or new growers in mushroom cultivation techniques.

Sustainability Advocates

Advocates teaching fungi-based solutions for food security, waste reduction, and ecosystem restoration.

Why Join?

The Afrifungi Mycology Train-the-Trainer Programme goes beyond cultivation—it empowers you to lead and inspire. Whether you’re teaching in schools, training farmers, or championing sustainable practices in your community, this Programme provides the expertise, confidence, and tools you need to make a lasting impact.

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Program Structure

Fundamentals of Mycology and Teaching Basics

Introduction to Mycology Education:

Why fungi matter and how to inspire others.
Overview of effective teaching strategies for adult learners.

Cultivation Fundamentals:

Working with mycelium: hygiene, tools, and setup.
Key techniques: agar work, inoculation, and contamination prevention.

Hands-On Practice:

Perform practical tasks to build confidence in foundational mycology techniques.

Presentation Skills 101:

Structuring workshops and delivering clear, engaging lessons.

Advanced Cultivation Techniques and Teaching Methodologies

Deep Dive into Cultivation:

Grain spawn production: recipe design, sterilisation, inoculation, and incubation.
Substrate preparation and inoculation for fruiting blocks.
Outdoor techniques: log inoculation and oyster mushroom gardens.

Teaching Methods for Mycology:

Adapting content for beginners and advanced learners.
Designing interactive, hands-on workshops.
Strategies for troubleshooting and managing group dynamics.

Participant Practice:

Present a mini-lesson on a chosen topic with feedback from peers and instructors.

Independent Teaching Preparation and Building a Network

Becoming a Mycology Mentor:

Long-term culture maintenance and troubleshooting for students.
Build confidence in addressing questions and challenges.

Workshop Design:

Design a complete workshop or training module, including schedules, materials, and activities.

Certification and Support:

Receive certification as an Afrifungi Trainer.
Join Afrifungi’s educator network for ongoing support and collaboration.

Key Takeaways

Participants will leave the programme with:

  • Advanced knowledge and practical skills in mushroom cultivation.
  • The ability to design and lead mycology workshops confidently.
  • A deeper understanding of teaching techniques tailored to mycology education.
  • Access to Afrifungi’s resources and support network for ongoing mentorship.

Booking information

  • Programme Fee: R12 500 per person
  • Group Size: Maximum 10 participants, minimum 6 to run the programme
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Ready to Take Your Mycology Skills to the Next Level?

Whether you’re looking to refine your techniques, scale your mushroom cultivation, or explore advanced applications of fungi, our Courses at the AfriFungi Academy are designed to equip you with expert knowledge and hands-on experience.

Our courses cover everything from agar work and spawn production to substrate design and commercial cultivation, ensuring you gain the confidence and skills to succeed in your mycology journey.

Enquire now and take the next step in your fungi journey!

What people are saying about Afrifungi

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Working with Matt has been an unbelievably exciting and amazing experience. We have learnt so much and look forward to more guidance from him as he mentors us through our food garden adventure. We are so happy and grateful to have him share his experience and wisdom with us.

NadineMvuhyu Farm
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Really enjoyed the hands on learning the basics of what is an enoooooormous world.

Hugh Fraser
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This was an extremely interesting introduction to fungi, learnt that fungi is pretty amazing... Was specially awesome to get practical experience in inoculating tree stump with mycelium to attempt to grow mushrooms...

Dale Lambert
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Something I've looked into before and have wanted to try for sometime now. Was a really great experience, Matt and Sven are very knowledgable on the subject. The energy was infectious and the folks who joined on the day were a pleasure to meet.

Greg de Gidts
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Matt & Sven give an excellent overview + introduction to the world of mushrooms, and inoculating a tree stump for years of home-grown mushrooms is a really fun way to spend an afternoon.

Soleil Jones