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Diploma of Outdoor Leadership

Course Code SIS50421

Duration
  • Part Time
  • 2 years
  • Full Time
  • 1 year
Delivery
  • On Campus
Intakes
Campus
  • Glen Waverley

This course is not available for International Students

Overview

If you have a passion for the great outdoors, the Diploma of Outdoor Leadership is perfect for you! Your studies will take you on location as you explore Australian bushlands and coastal, alpine, desert and mountainous environments.

Career Opportunities

  • trip leader in the outdoor leadership industry
  • outdoor guide
  • outdoor instructor
  • skilled senior program leader
  • logistics and operations manager
  • self-employed
  • work within a larger outdoor education or outdoor adventure activity-based company.

Pathway to further studies

  • SIS50321 Diploma of Sport (in partnership with St Kilda Football Club)
  • BSPB16 Bachelor of Sport Business.

Studying the Diploma of Outdoor Leadership at Holmesglen

You will focus on developing the capabilities required to plan, organise and deliver an outdoor adventure program for a wide range of clientele, using a variety of outdoor activities. You will develop camp and expedition management skills including group leadership and campsite catering, allowing you to guide and teach others.<p>The course is ideal for those that are currently working or who have an interest in outdoor recreation and adventure activities, and anyone who is enthusiastic about outdoor activities like hiking, rock climbing, camping, white water rafting, challenge high rope courses and canoeing. As part of the course, students are required to complete several vocational, practical experiences in the outdoor recreation/adventure tourism industry.

Entry Requirements

Holmesglen requires all students to have a student interview prior to the course commencement to assess suitability for the course. Holmesglen requires the learner to be able to commit to off campus field excursions (that may be overnight) throughout the year.<p>Holmesglen requires students to be 18 years of age by February 1 of next course commencement year. Students should also have the physical capacity to be able to successfully work within the field where they may be required to assist with outdoor leadership equipment, while making sure they are following all Manual Handling WHS legislation. Learners should also have a<p>- A desire to further progress your outdoor leadership<br>- A desire and interest in the outdoors and nature<br>- A mature attitude and approach to study <p>Prior to enrolment or commencement of training you will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment and a pre-training review at an interview. These will assist with determining your suitability to the course, verify your training plan, and identify any learning support needs.
There are prerequisite studies for two of the units of competency within the program. Students are required to complete or have attained SISORSC004 Self rescue in white water before you can commence and complete SISORSC005 Rescue others in white water and SISORSC006 Lead and participate in complex white water rescues.<p>Prior to enrolment or commencement of training you will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment and a pre-training interview. These will assist with determining your suitability to the course, verify your training plan, and identify any learning support needs.

Recognition of prior learning

You may be able to reduce the number of units to be studied in your chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by another registered training organisation will be recognised by Holmesglen. Read more about Recognition of Prior Learning, Credits and Advanced Standing.

Course Structure

Timetable

Students engage with Holmesglen four days per week, for six hours per day with the classes being both practical and theoretical in nature. The classes are combined face to face on campus and virtual off campus 'clustered' classes when required, as well as off campus field excursions.<p>To receive this qualification, you must complete 29 units, which comprise of 13 core units and 16 elective units. <br>Elective units with the program are based on feedback from industry and staff qualifications. <p>If learners have already completed other eligible elective units, these may be counted towards completion of this course.<p>The course structure is 4 days a week for approximately 6 hours per day, over 2 Semesters. It includes off campus field excursions (that may be overnight) of up to 80 days per year throughout the year.
Unit code Unit name
SISOPLN004 Identify hazards, assess and control risks for outdoor recreation activities
SISOPLN007 Manage risk for outdoor programs
HLTWHS004 Manage work health and safety
SISXCAI006 Facilitate groups
SISXEMR002 Coordinate emergency responses
PUAOPE013 Operate communications systems and equipment
SISOPLN005 Interpret weather and environmental conditions for outdoor recreation activities
SISOPLN006 Plan for minimal environmental impact
SISXIND005 Coordinate work teams or groups
SISOPLN003 Develop outdoor recreation programs
SISXIND008 Manage legal compliance in sport and recreation
SISOPLN002 Plan outdoor activity sessions
SISXCCS002 Coordinate client service activities
Unit code Unit name
SISORSC004 Self rescue in white water
SISORSC006 Lead and participate in complex white water rescues
SISORSC005 Rescue others in white water
SITTGDE014 Work as a guide
SISOFLD006 Navigate in tracked environments
SISOCNE001 Paddle a craft using fundamental skills
SISOBWG004 Cross rivers during bushwalks
SISOBWG003 Bushwalk in extremely difficult tracked and untracked environments
SISOFLD008 Navigate in extremely difficult tracked and untracked environments
SISOBWG007 Lead bushwalks in extremely difficult tracked and untracked environments
SISOCLM006 Establish belays for single pitch climbing on natural surfaces
SISOABS006 Establish ropes for single pitch abseiling on natural surfaces
SISORSC002 Perform vertical rescues
SITTGDE018 Develop and maintain the general and regional knowledge required by guides
SISORAF002 Guide a raft on grade 3 rivers
SISORAF005 Lead rafting activities on grade 3 rivers

Assessment

Assessments are designed to provide learners with opportunities to demonstrate they have attained the required skills and knowledge using a range of practically based activities and tasks, as required by recognised standards.

How to apply

Direct

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Recruitment

Holmesglen may engage third parties to recruit students on behalf of the institute. Third party recruiters receive a commission and this will not impact on your fees.

Find out more about your rights and obligations as a student and the services we provide at Holmesglen.

Outcomes

Qualification and Recognition

On completion, you will attain the SIS50421 Diploma of Outdoor Leadership

Industry Connections

Fees

Tuition fees GST exempt Cost
Full Fee $22,631
Government subsidised $12,479
Mandatory Non-Tuition Fees Cost
Activities fee $3,000
General Services Fee $70 Per Semester

The General Services Fee (GSF) at Holmesglen is a mandatory annual fee applicable to all students enrolled in Certificate I through Advanced Diploma courses. This fee supports various student services such as counselling, welfare support, and learning assistance provided by our dedicated student support and wellbeing teams. For more details on the GSF and its specific allocations, please visit the <a title=" General Services Fee page" href="/current-students/course-resources/fees-and-payments/General-Services-Fee.html">General Services Fee (GSF) page</a>.

Additional Course Cost

Students will be required to wear appropriate clothing and footwear and provide camping gear when undertaking practical activities. Students are required to supply: <br>* Light weight camp shoes <br>* 70-80 litre backpack <br>* Pack liner <br>* Sleeping bag <br>* Sleeping mat <br>* Water bottle or hydration system <br>* Camp Stove and pot(s) <br>* Watch <br>* Whistle <br>* First Aid Kit <br>* Head torch <br>* Compass <br>* Lifejacket (Type 5) <br>* Paddling helmet <br>* Throw bag <br>* Flip line <br>* Carabineers <br> <br>Additional costs may also include: <br>* Professional registrations <br> <br>The total cost of these items is approximately $3000. <br> <br>If additional safety equipment is required, it will be supplied by the Institute.

All fees are indicative only. Your fees will be calculated on your individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. <a href="/study-with-us/tafe-study/tafe-fees-and-scholarships/government-subsidised-training">Find out now if you are eligible for Government-subsidised fees or Concession. </a>

 

VET Student Loans are available to eligible student to pay for tuition fees for this course. <a href="https://holmesglen.edu.au/study-with-us/scholarships-and-financial-aid/vet-student-loans">Read more about VET Student Loans</a>.

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