Subject Description

The Certificate II in Outdoor recreation is run in accordance with the nationally recognised Outdoor Recreation Training Package. Therefore qualifications gained are recognised throughout Australia and will account as “Recognition for Prior Learning” for further tertiary studies in related outdoor recreation areas. The content is designed to cover outdoor recreation activities in all industry sectors and within all types of organisations.

Outdoor recreation competencies are closely aligned with the Employability Skills defined by the Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations as competency standards that accurately reflect industry requirements.

The Certificate II in Outdoor Recreation provides the learner with the opportunity to acquire skills to participate in several outdoor recreation activities under supervision and to assist in conducting those activities or to complement those skills with a specialisation chosen from several non-activity areas.

 
Pathways

• Recognised outcomes which will account for RPL in future related tertiary studies
• Tertiary Study – Outdoor recreation
• Apprenticeships/Traineeships

Content

• Organise and complete daily work activities
• Provide first aid
• Deal with Client feedback
• Develop knowledge of the sport and recreation industry
• Follow defined Occupational health and safety policies and procedures
• Apply basic outdoor recreation logistics
• Assist in conducting outdoor recreation sessions
• Implement minimal environmental impact practices
• Interpret road maps and navigate pre-determined routes
• Provide equipment for activitiesCommunicate in the workplace
• Work effectively with others
• Use business technology
• Operate computer packages
• Respond to aquatic emergencies using basic water rescue techniques

Possible Activities

Key Competencies being developed through Training Module Elements

• Communication
• Teamwork
• Initiative and Enterprise
• Problem-Solving 
• Planning and Organising
• Self Management
• Learning
• Technology

Assessment

• Outcomes based assessment, therefore, students are required to demonstrate industry determined competencies in order to receive the Award of Certificate II in Outdoor recreation
• Stand alone programme delivery of Training Modules by way of:
 - Skills demonstration
 - Questioning of knowledge
 - Written assessment