| Certificate
III in Outdoor Recreation..... | |
"Our
commitment is to provide high quality graduates in outdoor education leadership
and technical skills training to meet the needs of employers in the outdoor profession.
Our course is designed to meet the needs of people committed to a career in the
outdoor profession while allowing opportunities for employment throughout the
study program." TAFE
NSW Western Institute - Lithgow College
is offering a Nationally Accredited Certificate III in Outdoor Recreation (full-time)
Course for 2009. In addition we anticipate offering students who complete the
Certificate III the opportunity to continue on with their study and complete a
Certificate IV in Outdoor Recreation. This unique opportunity would see suitable
applicants working part-time with a leading provider of Outdoor Education in NSW
whilst also studying for their Certificate IV in Outdoor Recreation. Lithgow
College is offering a locally based full-time career pathway for students who
have an interest in gaining qualifications and employment in this growth area.
The Certificate III in Outdoor Recreation provides the training required to enter
a career in the Outdoor Recreation industry. Graduates of the Certificate III
could expect to gain entry level employment in Outdoor Adventure Guiding, Outdoor
Education Instructor, and Corporate Outdoor Training. Students
need no prior skills in Outdoor Recreation but must have an active interest in
being outdoors. A moderate level of fitness is required to complete the practical
component of the course. Initially
students will be able to borrow much of the equipment required to complete the
course. However, students should expect to purchase personal equipment throughout
the year such as backpacks and raincoats. Those
seeking employment on course completion, would be expected to provide much of
their personal equipment upon entering the workforce. | |
Students
will develop skills in Bushwalking, Navigation, Adventure Based Learning, Canoeing,
Mountain Biking and Roping activities. This course is offered on a full time basis
- 4 days per week for 1 year. To
complement the skills mentioned previously, students would gain significant "life
skills" especially in leadership, problem solving, self-sufficiency, first aid
and interpersonal skills. Theory
classes will be held at Lithgow TAFE, while practical classes will be held in
a variety of venues surrounding Lithgow including the Blue Mountains, Kanangra
Boyd and Wollemi National Parks. Contact
Lorraine Smith at the Lithgow College of TAFE NSW
Telephone: +61-2-6352 0483
Email: Lorraine.Smith22@det.nsw.edu.au
'Our
commitment it to provide high quality graduates in outdoor education....
leadership and technical skills training ......
to meet the needs of employers
in the outdoor profession.' | 
