Modification History
The version details of this endorsed qualification are the table below. The latest information is at the top.
Release |
Comments |
5 |
Imported elective units updated from the following training packages:
The following elective group has been added and elective groups subsequently recoded:
The following change has been made to the elective group Mountain Biking – Instruct:
Editorial corrections. |
4 |
The following changes have been made to Group A – Abseiling – Instruct – Natural Surface – Multi Pitch:
Title change to Group B - Bushwalking – Guide – Uncontrolled Environment. The following changes have been made:
The following changes have been made to Group G – Canoeing – Instruct – White Water Grade 2:
Title change to Group I - Canyoning – Instruct – Multi Pitch. The following unit has been removed:
The following unit has been added to Group N – Challenge Ropes Course – Manage High Ropes:
The following unit has been added to Group O – Challenge Ropes Course – Manage Low Ropes:
The follow unit has been added to Group S – Climbing – Instruct – Natural Surface – Multi Pitch – Lead:
The following changes have been made to Group V – Kayaking – Guide – White Water Grade 3:
The following changes have been made to Group X – Kayaking – Instruct – White Water Grade 3:
The following unit has been removed from group AD – Sea Kayaking – Guide – Moderate to Difficult Conditions:
The following changes have been made to Group AK – Trail Bike Riding – Instruct – Advanced Skills:
Updated imported unit in Group AM - Business Management:
Updated imported unit in Group AU - Volunteer Management:
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3 |
Editorial updates. The following Elective groups have been added:
Updated units. |
2 |
The following pre requisite units have been inserted into Groups:
The following coding and unit errors have been rectified:
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Description
This qualification provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to be competent in planning, implementing and evaluating outdoor recreation programs and activities across a range of activity areas which include complex and non-routine situations. Work would be undertaken autonomously with responsibility for management, leadership of others and maintenance of resources. Work would be performed in and for field locations with varied contexts requiring contingency planning.
Job roles
The following are indicative job roles for this qualification:
- facilitator
- operations manager
- outdoor guide (uncontrolled environment)
- outdoor instructor
- program manager
Pathways Information
This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship pathway.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of endorsement.
Entry Requirements
To gain entry into this qualification, it is advised that a current first aid certificate is held.
Entry to this qualification by persons without prior outdoor recreation industry experience or formal qualifications is not recommended.
Examples of sufficient relevant skills and knowledge for entry into the qualification may include:
- Previous qualification at the AQF level below
- Previous experience in the outdoor recreation industry and interest in outdoor pursuits
Entry into this qualification and progression between qualification levels will be based on the professional judgement of the RTO, in consultation with the individual.
Employability Skills Summary
EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS QUALIFICATION SUMMARY |
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The following table contains a summary of the employability skills required by the outdoor recreation industry for this qualification. The employability skills facets described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on packaging options. |
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Employability Skill |
Industry /enterprise requirements for this qualification include : |
Communication |
Communicating with stakeholder groups, facility owners and staff to identify specific needs; analysing documentation on outdoor recreation facility and equipment acquisition and maintenance; liaising with program and other staff; preparing accurate records or reports on program outcomes; educating staff on efficient use of resources; completing staff rosters; negotiating acceptable solutions to facility owner or staff requests and complaints. |
Teamwork |
Providing leadership to a team of workers; monitoring staff performance and providing advice to improve performance; preparing staff rosters that accommodate individual and facility needs; promoting compliance with legal obligations; acknowledging accountability to management or facility owners; recognising factors that may cause interpersonal relationship problems and assisting appropriately to avoid or overcome the identified problems. |
Problem-solving |
Managing organisational, activity or facility risks; clarifying the extent of, and resolving problems through negotiating with staff or facility users in a sensitive and culturally appropriate manner; planning, strategy and resource allocation to manage the facility and natural resources effectively; evaluating policies for outdoor organisations; research into resource minimisation and sustainability. |
Initiative and enterprise |
Responding to change and demonstrating leadership in change management; identifying clear priorities for action; actively engaging with facility and natural resource stakeholders to build relationships; identifying and implementing a range of facility or program enhancements to enhance facility sustainability; facilitating the sharing of work-place knowledge; seeking and acting on feedback from colleagues and clients to improve service delivery; monitoring activities and programs for emerging risks. |
Planning and organising |
Manage and monitor organisation records to enable efficient planning of outdoor recreation programs and facilities; managing multiple tasks and resources simultaneously to coordinate and roster staff work activities to meet deadlines; leading processes which contribute to the establishment of key directions for the organisation; coordinating emergency response; managing equipment supply and purchase; establishing and maintaining occupational health and safety systems. |
Self-management |
Understanding the facility and organisation and operating autonomously within limits of authority; critically reviewing own strengths and weaknesses; assessing feedback on own performance and determining strategies for improvement; building industry networks to regularly update knowledge and skills. |
Learning |
Identifying and accessing sources of research on outdoor recreation instruction and program design; contributing to a learning environment through openly sharing knowledge and experiences; identifying and accessing internal and external professional development opportunities; updating knowledge and skills to accommodate changes in the outdoor recreation industry. |
Technology |
Understanding and utilising the operating capability of computer systems and software for outdoor recreation program planning, facility and natural resource management; identifying new equipment and delivery strategies that improve safety and enhances delivery of outdoor recreation activities; using information technology to assist in communication and support management and planning functions. |
Packaging Rules
33 units must be completed:
- 18 core units
- 15 elective units, consisting of:
- all the units in any two of Groups A to AK, or
- all the units in any one of Groups A to AK, and all the units in any one of Groups AL to AT
- the remaining to make up the required 15 elective units from General electives, or any of the above groups; up to 5 of these elective units may be selected elsewhere in SIS10 or any current accredited course or other Training Package, and must be first packaged at AQF level 4 or 5.
In all cases selection of electives must relate to the core function or role of the candidate's current or intended work environment, local industry requirements and the characteristics of this qualification (as per the AQF descriptors).
Core (18 ) |
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BSBWOR404B |
Develop work priorities |
SISOODR302A |
Plan outdoor recreation activities |
SISOODR404A |
Manage risk in an outdoor activity |
SISOODR405A |
Develop and coordinate programs incorporating outdoor activities |
SISOODR506A |
Evaluate policy for an outdoor organisation |
SISOOPS306A |
Interpret weather conditions in the field |
SISOOPS407A |
Apply search and rescue skills |
SISOOPS508A |
Manage natural resources |
SISXCCS402A |
Coordinate client service activities |
SISXEMR402A |
Coordinate emergency responses |
SISXFAC404A |
Coordinate facility and equipment acquisition and maintenance |
SISXIND404A |
Promote compliance with laws and legal principles |
SISXIND406A |
Manage projects |
SISXOHS503A |
Establish and maintain occupational health and safety systems |
SISXRES402A |
Support implementation of environmental management practices |
SISXRES403A |
Use resources efficiently |
SISXRSK502A |
Manage organisational risk |
TAEDEL301A |
Provide work skill instruction |
Electives (15 ) |
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Group A - Abseiling - Instruct - Natural Surface - Multi Pitch |
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SISOABN202A |
Safeguard an abseiler using a single rope belay system |
SISOABN406A |
Apply multi pitch abseiling skills on natural surfaces |
SISOABN407A |
Establish ropes for multi pitch abseiling on natural surfaces |
SISOABN510A |
Instruct abseiling on multi pitch natural surfaces |
SISONAV201A |
Demonstrate navigational skills in a controlled environment |
SISOVTR402A |
Perform complex vertical rescues |
Group B - Bushwalking - Guide - Uncontrolled Environment |
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PUAOPE002B |
Operate communications systems and equipment |
SISOBWG404A |
Apply river crossing skills |
SISOBWG406A |
Apply bushwalking skills in uncontrolled landscapes |
SISOBWG510A |
Guide bushwalks in an uncontrolled environment |
SISONAV403A |
Navigate in uncontrolled environments |
Group C – Bushwalking – Instruct – Uncontrolled Environment |
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PUAOPE002B |
Operate communications systems and equipment |
SISOBWG404A |
Apply river crossing skills |
SISONAV403A |
Navigate in uncontrolled environments |
SISOBWG406A |
Apply bush walking skills in uncontrolled landscapes |
SISOBWG413 |
Instruct bushwalks in an uncontrolled environment |
Group D - Bushwalking - Specialist - Alpine |
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SISOBWG507A |
Apply advanced bushwalking skills in alpine areas |
SISOOPS509A |
Interpret weather for mountain environments |
SISONAV403A |
Navigate in uncontrolled environments |
Group E - Bushwalking - Specialist - Arid |
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SISOBWG508A |
Apply advanced bushwalking skills in arid areas |
SISONAV403A |
Navigate in uncontrolled environments |
Group F - Bushwalking - Specialist - Tropical |
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SISOBWG509A |
Apply advanced bushwalking skills in tropical areas |
SISONAV403A |
Navigate in uncontrolled environments |
Group G - Canoeing - Guide - White Water Grade 3 |
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SISOCNE408A |
Apply inland canoeing skills on Grade 3 water |
SISOCNE410A |
Guide canoeing trips on Grade 3 water |
SISONAV302A |
Apply navigation skills in an intermediate environment |
SISOWWR201A |
Demonstrate self rescue skills in white water |
SISOWWR403A |
Perform complex white water rescues and recoveries |
Group H - Canoeing - Instruct - White Water Grade 2 |
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SISOCNE304A |
Apply inland canoeing skills on Grade 2 water |
SISOCNE409A |
Instruct canoeing skills on Grade 2 water |
SISONAV201A |
Demonstrate navigation skills in a controlled environment |
SISOWWR201A |
Demonstrate self rescue skills in white water |
SISOWWR302A |
Demonstrate white water rescues and recoveries |
Group I - Canoeing - Instruct - White Water Grade 3 |
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SISOCNE408A |
Apply inland canoeing skills on Grade 3 water |
SISOCNE511A |
Instruct canoeing skills on Grade 3 water |
SISONAV302A |
Apply navigation skills in an intermediate environment |
SISOWWR201A |
Demonstrate self rescue skills in white water |
SISOWWR403A |
Perform complex white water rescues and recoveries |
Group J - Canyoning - Instruct - Multi Pitch |
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SISCAQU202A |
Perform basic water rescues |
SISOCAY302A |
Apply vertical canyoning skills |
SISOCAY405A |
Apply advanced vertical canyoning skills |
SISOCAY406A |
Establish complex belays in canyons |
SISOCAY508A |
Instruct canyoning skills |
SISONAV302A |
Apply navigational skills in an intermediate environment |
SISOVTR402A |
Perform complex vertical rescues |
Group K - Caving - Instruct - Multi Pitch |
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SISOCVE302A |
Apply single pitch abseiling skills in caves |
SISOCVE305A |
Apply caving specific single rope techniques |
SISOCVE409A |
Rig ladders in complex situations |
SISOCVE410A |
Rig a complex pitch using caving specific techniques |
SISOCVE411A |
Apply vertical caving skills |
SISOCVE412A |
Rig multi pitches in complex vertical cave systems |
SISOCVE413A |
Navigate in untrogged caves |
SISOCVE522A |
Instruct vertical multi pitch caving skills |
SISOVTR402A |
Perform complex vertical rescues |
Group L - Caving - Specialist - Sink Hole Diving |
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SISOCVE416A |
Apply cavern diving skills |
SISOCVE518A |
Apply cave diving skills |
SISOCVE519A |
Apply sinkhole diving skills |
SISOSCB301A |
Scuba dive in open water to a maximum depth of 18 metres |
SISOSCB302A |
Complete night dives |
Group M - Caving - Specialist - Sump Diving |
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SISOCVE416A |
Apply cavern diving skills |
SISOCVE518A |
Apply cave diving skills |
SISOCVE520A |
Apply sump diving skills |
SISOSCB301A |
Scuba dive in open water to a maximum depth of 18 metres |
SISOSCB302A |
Complete night dives |
Group N - Caving - Specialist Cave Diving |
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SISOCVE416A |
Apply cavern diving skills |
SISOCVE518A |
Apply cave diving skills |
SISOCVE521A |
Apply advanced cave diving skills |
SISOSCB301A |
Scuba dive in open water to a maximum depth of 18 metres |
SISOSCB302A |
Complete night dives |
Group O - Challenge Ropes Course – Manage High Ropes |
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SISOABL402A |
Facilitate adventure-based learning activities |
SISOCRP302A |
Conduct a high ropes session |
SISOCRP404A |
Supervise a high ropes session |
SISOCRP506A |
Manage a high ropes course |
Group P - Challenge Ropes Course – Manage Low Ropes |
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SISOABL402A |
Facilitate adventure-based learning activities |
SISOCRP301A |
Conduct a low ropes session |
SISOCRP403A |
Supervise a low ropes session |
SISOCRP505A |
Manage a low ropes course |
Group Q - Climbing - Guide - Natural Surface - Multi Pitch - Lead |
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SISOCLN406A |
Apply multi pitch lead climbing skills on natural surfaces |
SISOCLN407A |
Establish belays for multi pitch climbing on natural surfaces |
SISOCLN410A |
Guide lead climbing activities on multi pitch natural surfaces |
SISONAV201A |
Demonstrate navigation skills in a controlled environment |
SISOVTR402A |
Perform complex vertical rescues |
Group R - Climbing - Guide - Natural Surface - Single Pitch - Lead |
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SISOCLN303A |
Establish belays for climbing on natural surfaces |
SISOCLN405A |
Apply single pitch lead climbing skills on natural surfaces |
SISOCLN408A |
Guide lead climbing activities on single pitch natural surfaces |
SISONAV201A |
Demonstrate navigation skills in a controlled environment |
SISOVTR301A |
Perform vertical rescues |
Group S - Climbing - Instruct - Artificial Surface - Multi Pitch - Lead |
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SISOCLA407A |
Apply multi pitch lead climbing skills on artificial surfaces |
SISOCLA408A |
Establish belays for multi pitch climbing on artificial surfaces |
SISOCLA510A |
Instruct lead climbing on multi pitch artificial surfaces |
SISOVTR301A |
Perform vertical rescues |
Group T - Climbing - Instruct - Natural Surface - Multi Pitch - Lead |
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SISOCLN406A |
Apply multi pitch lead climbing skills on natural surfaces |
SISOCLN407A |
Establish belays for multi pitch climbing on natural surfaces |
SISOCLN512A |
Instruct lead climbing on multi pitch natural surfaces |
SISONAV201A |
Demonstrate navigation skills in a controlled environment |
SISOVTR402A |
Perform complex vertical rescues |
Group U - Climbing - Instruct - Natural Surface - Single Pitch - Lead |
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SISOCLN303A |
Establish belays for climbing on natural surfaces |
SISOCLN405A |
Apply single pitch lead climbing skills on natural surfaces |
SISOCLN411A |
Instruct lead climbing on single pitch natural surfaces |
SISONAV201A |
Demonstrate navigation skills in a controlled environment |
SISOVTR301A |
Perform vertical rescues |
Group V - Equine Management |
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SISOEQO409A |
Train and condition horses |
SISOEQO515A |
Manage stable maintenance |
SISOEQO516A |
Manage the education of horses |
Group W - Kayaking - Guide - White Water Grade 3 |
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SISOKYK406A |
Demonstrate inland kayaking skills on Grade 3 water |
SISOKYK409A |
Guide kayaking trips on Grade 3 water |
SISONAV302A |
Apply navigation skills in an intermendiate environment |
SISOWWR201A |
Demonstrate self rescue skills in white water |
SISOWWR403A |
Perform complex white water rescues and recoveries |
Group X - Kayaking - Instruct - White Water Grade 2 |
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SISOKYK303A |
Apply inland kayaking skills on Grade 2 water |
SISOKYK408A |
Instruct kayaking skills on Grade 2 water |
SISONAV201A |
Demonstrate navigation skills in a controlled environment |
SISOWWR201A |
Demonstrate self rescue skills in white water |
SISOWWR302A |
Demonstrate white water rescues and recoveries |
Group Y - Kayaking - Instruct - White Water Grade 3 |
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SISOKYK406A |
Demonstrate inland kayaking skills on Grade 3 water |
SISOKYK510A |
Instruct kayaking skills on Grade 3 water |
SISONAV302A |
Apply navigational skills in an intermediate environment |
SISOWWR201A |
Demonstrate self rescue skills in white water |
SISOWWR403A |
Perform complex white water rescues and recoveries |
Group Z - Mountain Biking - Instruct |
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SISOCYT202A |
Demonstrate basic cycling skills |
SISOMBK201A |
Demonstrate basic off-road cycling skills |
SISOMBK302A |
Apply advanced off-road cycling skills |
SISOMBK404A |
Instruct off-road cycling skills |
SISONAV302A |
Apply navigation skills in an intermediate environment |
Group AA - Personal Water Craft - Instruct - Advanced Skills |
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SISOPWC303A |
Ride personal water craft in moderate to difficult conditions |
SISOPWC506A |
Instruct advanced personal water craft riding skills |
Group AB - Rafting - Instruct |
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SISORAF404A |
Coordinate and manage white water rafting trips |
SISORAF505A |
Instruct rafting skills |
SISOWWR403A |
Perform complex white water rescues and recoveries |
Group AC - Rafting - Trip Leader - Grade 3 Rapids |
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SISONAV201A |
Demonstrate navigation skills in a controlled environment |
SISORAF403A |
Guide a raft on Grade 4 rapids |
SISORAF404A |
Coordinate and manage white water rafting trips |
SISOWWR201A |
Demonstrate self rescue skills in white water |
SISOWWR403A |
Perform complex white water rescues and recoveries |
Group AD - SCUBA - Instruct - Specialties |
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SISOSCB301A |
SCUBA dive in open water to a maximum depth of 18 metres |
SISOSCB420A |
Instruct specialised SCUBA diving skills |
Group AE - Sea Kayaking - Guide - Moderate to Difficult Conditions |
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PUAOPE002B |
Operate communications systems and equipment |
SISOCNE202A |
Perform deep water rescues |
SISOKYS304A |
Demonstrate sea kayaking skills in moderate to difficult conditions |
SISOKYS408A |
Guide sea kayaking trips in moderate to difficult conditions |
SISONAV302A |
Apply navigation skills in an intermediate environment |
SISOOPS303A |
Interpret weather for marine environments |
Group AF - Sea Kayaking - Instruct - Moderate to Difficult Conditions |
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PUAOPE002B |
Operate communications systems and equipment |
SISOCNE202A |
Perform deep water rescues |
SISOKYS304A |
Demonstrate sea kayaking skills in moderate to difficult conditions |
SISOKYS409A |
Instruct sea kayaking in moderate to difficult conditions |
SISONAV302A |
Apply navigation skills in an intermediate environment |
SISOOPS303A |
Interpret weather for marine environments |
Group AG - Skiing - Cross Country - Instruct - Advanced |
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SISONAV403A |
Navigate in uncontrolled environments |
SISOSKT406A |
Demonstrate advanced cross country skiing skills |
SISOSKT411A |
Instruct cross country skiing |
Group AH - Skiing - Cross Country - Instruct - Intermediate |
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SISONAV403A |
Navigate in uncontrolled environments |
SISOSKT409A |
Apply intermediate cross country skiing skills |
SISOSKT411A |
Instruct cross country skiing |
Group AI - Skiing - Ski Touring - Guide - Overnight |
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SISONAV403A |
Navigate in uncontrolled environments |
SISOOPS202A |
Use and maintain a temporary or overnight site |
SISOSKT407A |
Overnight ski tour in difficult terrain using advanced ski touring skills |
SISOSKT408A |
Apply snow craft skills for overnight touring |
SISOSKT409A |
Apply intermediate cross country skiing skills |
SISOSKT410A |
Guide overnight ski tours |
Group AJ - Snowboarding - Guide - Overnight |
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SISONAV403A |
Navigate in uncontrolled environments |
SISOSKB404A |
Snowboard on advanced terrain |
SISOSKB408A |
Guide overnight snowboarding activities |
SISOSKT408A |
Apply snow craft skills for overnight touring |
Group AK - Snowboarding - Instruct - Intermediate and Advanced |
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SISONAV403A |
Navigate in uncontrolled environments |
SISOSKB404A |
Snowboard on advanced terrain |
SISOSKB407A |
Instruct snowboarding |
SISOSKB509A |
Snowboard off-piste |
Group AL - Trail Bike Riding - Instruct - Advanced Skills |
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SISONAV302A |
Apply navigational skills in an intermediate environment |
SISOTBR201A |
Select, set up and maintain an off-highway motorcycle |
SISOTBR303A |
Apply advanced off-highway motorcycling skills |
SISOTBR507A |
Instruct advanced off-highway motorcycling skills |
Group AM - White Water Rescue - Instruct |
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SISONAV201A |
Demonstrate navigation skills in a controlled environment |
SISOWWR403A |
Perform complex white water rescues and recoveries |
SISOWWR404A |
Instruct white water rescue |
Group AN - Business Management |
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BSBHRM501B |
Manage human resources services |
BSBMKG507A |
Interpret market trends and developments |
FNSORG501A |
Develop and manage a budget |
Group AO - Community Development - Planning and Implementation |
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SISCCRD304A |
Work with key stakeholders |
SISXCAI304A |
Plan and conduct sport and recreation programs |
Group AP - Disability |
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CHCDIS302A |
Maintain an environment to empower people with disabilities |
CHCDIS507C |
Design and adapt surroundings to group requirements |
CHCDIS511A |
Coordinate services for people with disabilities |
Group AQ - Natural Resource Planning - Sustainability |
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SISXRES504A |
Conserve and re-establish natural systems |
SISXRES505A |
Achieve sustainable land management |
Group AR - Tourism - Operation Management |
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SITTPPD401 |
Package tourism products |
SITTTSL202 |
Access and interpret product information |
SITTTSL303 |
Sell tourism products and services |
SITTTSL304 |
Prepare quotations |
Group AS - Tourism Planning |
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SITTPPD601 |
Develop tourism products |
SITTPPD602 |
Develop environmentally sustainable tourism operations |
SITTPPD603 |
Develop culturally appropriate tourism operations |
Group AT - Youth - Planning and Support |
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CHCYTH005 |
Develop and implement procedures to enable young people to address their needs |
CHCYTH012 |
Manage service response to young people in crisis |
Group AU - Youth - Service Delivery |
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CHCYTH004 |
Respond to critical situations |
CHCYTH010 |
Provide services for young people appropriate to their needs and circumstances |
Group AV - Volunteer Management |
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BSBHRM501 |
Manage human resources services |
SISCCRD302A |
Recruit and manage volunteers |
SISSSDE503 |
Develop volunteer management policies |
General electives |
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SISOABL503A |
Design and facilitate adventure-based learning programs |
SISOCRP505A |
Manage a low ropes course |
SISOCRP506A |
Manage a high ropes course |
SISODRV404A |
Drive a 4WD vehicle in difficult terrain |
SISODRV405A |
Coordinate recovery of 4WD vehicles |
SISODRV506A |
Instruct four wheel driving skills |
SISOKYS302A |
Demonstrate sea kayaking skills |
SISOKYS304A |
Demonstrate sea kayaking skills in moderate to difficult conditions |
SISOKYS406A |
Plan and navigate a sea kayaking inshore passage |
SISOKYS407A |
Instruct sea kayaking in easy to moderate conditions |
SISOOPS305A |
Provide first aid in a remote location |
SISOSCB521A |
Demonstrate technical diving |
SISXRES507A |
Design and maintain the built environment |
TAEASS401B |
Plan assessment activities and processes |
TAEASS402B |
Assess competence |
TAEASS403B |
Participate in assessment validation |
TAEDEL501A |
Facilitate e-learning |
TAETAS501B |
Undertake organisational training needs analysis |