Do you like the idea of working in the outdoors and sharing it with others?
Level 4 certificate students will gain valuable experience and skills in order to be be able to make a valuable contribution to a range of outdoor education, recreation and tourism businesses.

Level 4 Certificate in Outdoor and Adventure Education

Enrolment form

Who is this for?

You know you are passionate and enthusiastic about being in the outdoors and would love to learn the skills and gain the knowledge to be able to develop future career options
the purpose of this qualification is to provide the outdoor and adventure education sector with instructors who are capable of operating within the safety management plan of an organisation under indirect supervision
learn about outdoor instruction techniques and skills, learn about safety management systems within organisations and how to run safe and enjoyable and meaningful outdoor experiences for others
Learn about and apply teaching pedagogy, leadership theory, program design and reflective skills
Gain work in an exciting industry full of diverse career options.

Entry requirements

Academic achievement

New Zealand Certificate in Outdoor Experiences (Level 3) or
New Zealand certificate in Assistant Outdoor Leadership Level 3 or
Comparable Level 3 qualification or 24 credits at NCEA Level 1; including 12 credits in English or Te Reo Maori; or a relevant qualification at NZQF Level 2 or above; or equivalent.

or
Equivalent NZQF Unit Standards

Life skills/work experience
Applicants who do not meet the academic entry criteria may be admitted to the programme of study if they are able to demonstrate:
Equivalent knowledge

Additional entry requirements
Applicants must be 16 years of age at the start date of the programme of study.
Applicants may be required to attend an interview to determine their suitability due to restrictions relating to age or medical or physical conditions in order to comply with legal health and safety requirements.

Selection criteria
Entry to programme will be in order of receipt of completed enrolment

Applicants should demonstrate an ability to work independently, completing tasks including reading and writing.

When is the next intake?

2 March 2020

How much does it cost?

The student fee for this program . Yet to be confirmed
This programme qualifies for the government’s free fees scheme. This entitles people who meet the conditions to complete one year of study under the scheme. This programme will use the full allocation. Click here to check your eligibility. If you are not eligible or do not want to use this, please contact us.
Students enrolled with adventureworks can access student loans and allowances.

Programme Information

120 credits.
38 weeks full-time (4 days per week on campus with supported online learning). We would like you to be able to work in the industry while studying.
Mostly tutor directed teaching supported online learning and self-directed learning.
Each week will include a combination of classroom and outdoor learning. The classroom work will be based in Mt Albert and the outdoor activity learning will be in Auckland/Northland and Waikato regions. We will provide transport for off-site events.
Work experience in developing industry connections as a integral part of building a career in the outdoors. This program includes opportunities to meet future employers, to work with them so that you can get to know them and they can get to know you.

What can this qualification lead to?

This qualification will provide opportunities for graduates to gain independent instructing jobs in respected outdoor education, recreation and tourism organisations.
Skills active as the industry training organisation that has developed these qualifications. Click here to see the exciting opportunities that this could lead to
https://www.skillsactive.org.nz/our-qualifications/outdoor-recreation/

This website shows examples of the various job roles or future training that this qualification would lead to.
https://yourpathway.nz/career-pathway-map.php?industry=5

GRADUATE OUTCOMES

manage themselves safely while participating in rock climbing, bushwalking and sea kayaking while accounting for equipment, weather, local conditions, logistics and safety management
understand and apply principles of physical and psychological health in order to enhance performance, personal competence and safety while participating in a range of outdoor activities
introduce students to the principles of Maori guardianship of the natural environment, apply the framework of kaitiakitanga
understand and apply leadership theories to develop personal and group leadership experience in a range of outdoor activities
understand and apply outdoor safety management systems and the appropriate responses needed to an outdoor emergency care situation
plan, prepare and lead outdoor activities in low-risk, low-technical outdoor environments, under direct supervision
lead activities in low-risk, low technical outdoor environments including understanding of planning, logistics and programming to meet group learning outcomes.

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I am now more confident in myself and I feel like I can do anything

Tyla

Student
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Certificate in outdoor leadership

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It was a good taste of what the outdoor world be like a lot of fun. You get to hang out with a bunch of awesome people!

Yasmine

Student
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Certificate in outdoor leadership

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I learnt that taking the lead of the group isn't something to be afraid of.

Bradley

Student
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Certificate in outdoor leadership

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I got to meet new people into activities that I love and cool and beautiful places.

Ned

Student
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Certificate in outdoor leadership

AdventureWorks is a category two Private Training Establishment, Our programmes are approved and quality assured by NZQA.

Skills Active has developed and written the qualifications for industry. Skills Active have endorsed our programme which meets the Graduate Profile Outcomes of this Qualification.