Certificate II in Outdoor Recreation

Course Overview

Average Course Fee: $1800

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Average Course Duration: 6 Months

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Description

This qualification provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to be competent in performing core skills in outdoor recreation environments and assisting with the conduct of a range of outdoor activities.

Work may be undertaken as part of a team and would be performed under supervision. Work would be undertaken in field locations such as camps or in indoor recreation centres or facilities, in differing environments such as water-based, dry land and mountainous terrains, using a diverse range of equipment.

Job roles

The following are indicative job roles for this qualification:

outdoor activity assistant

outdoor participant.

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Student Outcomes

Students who graduate from VET courses are surveyed approximately 6 months after they have completed their training. For more information on the statistics provided in this section, including the different levels (course, field of education, all fields of education) of data available please select the Learn more button below.

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Satisfied with Training

Percentage of graduates of this course who were satisfied with the training.

Improved Work Status

Percentage of graduates in the Society and Culture field who started/expanded a business or who have a new job, more highly skilled work, a promotion or higher pay (Certificate II).

Salary

The middle of the range of salaries earned by graduates in the Society and Culture field starting their first ever full-time job after graduating.

Jobs

Graduates of the Society and Culture field (Certificate II) are most often employed as:

50.3%

Community and Personal Service Workers

9.3%

Labourers

8.9%

Technicians and Trades Workers

Industries

Graduates of the Society and Culture field (Certificate II) are most often employed in:

28.7%

Public administration and safety

10.9%

Accommodation and food services

7.6%

Transport, postal and warehousing

All statistics are supplied by the National Centre for Vocational Education Research.

Financial Assistance

The federal, state and territory governments provide financial incentives and support for vocational education and training students to help them gain the skills required to secure and maintain rewarding and sustainable employment.

There are programs for all kinds of students; apprentices and trainees, new job starters, those re-entering the workforce, retraining for a new job or upgrading their skills for an existing job.

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Subsidised Training

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VET Student Loans

Certain courses are eligible for a VET Student Loan from the Australian Government to assist students with paying tuition fees. The initial debt amount (including the loan fee, if applicable) plus indexation must be paid back once the loan recipient starts earning over a certain amount. The compulsory repayment threshold for the 2017-2018 income year is $55,874.

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Career Information

Career development is the ongoing process of managing your life, learning and work. It involves developing the skills and knowledge that enable you to plan and make informed decisions about your education, training and career choices.

Sport, Fitness and Recreation Career Pathway

Certificate II in Outdoor Recreation is in the Society and Culture Field of Education. For more information about this kind of career, you can explore Sport, Fitness and Recreation.

Stream

Outdoor Recreation

Certificate II

Certificate III

Certificate IV

Diploma

Outdoor Guide or Instructor

Advanced Diploma

Other courses in this pathway

Stream

Sport & Recreation

Career Oriented Participation

Coaching, Officials & Development

Fitness

Community Recreation

Certificate II

Customer Service Assistant (Sport and Recreation)

Community Activities Assistant

Certificate III

Certificate IV

Diploma

Fitness Service Coordinator

Advanced Diploma

Note: Information provided as a guide only. Chart developed by the Australian Apprenticeships & Traineeships Information Service (aapathways.com.au). Information in this chart may be reproduced with acknowledgement of its source: "The Australian Apprenticeships & Traineeships Information Service (aapathways.com.au/jpc) funded by the Australian Government Department of Education and Training".

Apprenticeships and Traineeships

Australian Apprenticeships can provide a pathway to a career change for people looking to re-enter the workforce and for people who are currently working. Australian Apprenticeships combine work with training in a national recognised qualification.

This qualification is available as an Australian Apprenticeship or Traineeship in the state and territories coloured in blue on the map.

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Units & Packaging

15 units must be completed:

5 core units

10 elective units, consisting of:

all the units in any one of Groups A to S

the remaining to make up the required 10 elective units from General electives, or any of the groups above; up to 3 of these may be selected elsewhere in SIS10 or any current accredited course or other Training Package, and must be first packaged at AQF level 2 or 3.

In all cases selection of electives must be guided by the job outcome sought, local industry requirements and the characteristics of this qualification (as per the AQF descriptors).

Core
HLTAID003	Provide first aid
SISOODR201A	Assist in conducting outdoor recreation sessions
SISOOPS201A	Minimise environmental impact
SISXIND101A	Work effectively in sport and recreation environments
SISXOHS101A	Follow occupational health and safety policies
Electives
Group A - Abseiling - Artificial Surfaces
SISOABA201A	Demonstrate abseiling skills on artificial surfaces
SISOABN202A	Safeguard an abseiler using a single rope belay system
Group B - Abseiling - Natural Surfaces
SISOABN201A	Demonstrate abseiling skills on natural surfaces
SISOABN202A	Safeguard an abseiler using a single rope belay system
Group C - Bushwalking
SISOBWG201A	Demonstrate bushwalking skills in a controlled environment
SISONAV201A	Demonstrate navigation skills in a controlled environment
Group D - Canoeing - Flat Water
SISOCNE201A	Demonstrate simple canoeing skills
SISOCNE202A	Perform deep water rescues
Group E - Caving
SISOCVE201A	Demonstrate caving skills
SISONAV201A	Demonstrate navigation skills in a controlled environment
Group F - Climbing - Top Rope - Artificial Surfaces
SISOCLA201A	Demonstrate top rope climbing skills on artificial surfaces
SISXCAI102A	Assist in preparing and conducting sport and recreation sessions
Group G - Climbing - Top Rope - Natural Surfaces
SISOCLN201A	Demonstrate top rope climbing skills on natural surfaces
SISXCAI102A	Assist in preparing and conducting sport and recreation sessions
Group H - Cycling
SISOCYT201A	Select, set up and maintain a bike
SISOCYT202A	Demonstrate basic cycling skills
Group I - Fishing
SISOFSH201A	Catch and handle fish
SISOFSH206A	Locate and attract fish
Group J - Fishing - Tackle and Bait
SISOFSH201A	Catch and handle fish
SISOFSH202A	Select, catch and use bait
SISOFSH203A	Select, rig and use terminal tackle
SISOFSH204A	Select, use and maintain fishing tackle outfits
SISOFSH205A	Construct and work simple fishing lures
Group K - Horse Care
AHCHBR201A	Monitor horse health and welfare
AHCHBR203A	Provide daily care for horses
AHCLSK207A	Load and unload livestock
SISOEQO201A	Handle horses
SISOEQO202A	Demonstrate basic horse riding skills
Group L - Kayaking
SISOCNE202A	Perform deep water rescues
SISOKYK201A	Demonstrate simple kayaking skills
Group M - Kayaking Sea
SISOCNE202A	Perform deep water rescues
SISOKYS201A	Demonstrate simple sea kayaking skills
Group N - Mountain Biking
SISOCYT202A	Demonstrate basic cycling skills
SISOMBK201A	Demonstrate basic off-road cycling skills
SISONAV201A	Demonstrate navigation skills in a controlled environment
Group O - Personal Water Craft - Controlled Conditions
SISOPWC201A	Select and maintain a personal water craft
SISOPWC202A	Demonstrate simple personal water craft skills in controlled conditions
Group P - Skiing - Touring
SISONAV201A	Demonstrate navigation skills in a controlled environment
SISOSKT202A	Demonstrate ski touring skills in a patrolled environment to a basic standard
Group Q - Snorkelling
SISOSNK201A	Demonstrate snorkelling activities
SISXCAI102A	Assist in preparing and conducting sport and recreation sessions
Group R - Surfing
SISOSRF201A	Demonstrate surf survival and self rescue skills
SISOSRF202A	Demonstrate basic surfing manoeuvres in controlled conditions
Group S - Trail Bike Riding
SISOTBR201A	Select, set up and maintain an off-highway motorcycle
SISOTBR202A	Demonstrate basic off-highway motorcycling skills
General electives
AHCHBR201A	Monitor horse health and welfare
AHCHBR203A	Provide daily care for horses
AHCLSK207A	Load and unload stock
CHCDIS301C	Work effectively with people with a disability
ICTICT203	Operate application software packages
MEM50008B	Carry out trip preparation and planning
MEM50009B	Safely operate a mechanically powered recreational boat
MEM50010B	Respond to boating emergencies and incidents
SISOCAY201A	Demonstrate horizontal canyoning skills
SISODRV201A	Drive AWD/4WD vehicles on unsealed roads
SISOINT201A	Conduct interpretation within an outdoor activity
SISOOPS202A	Use and maintain a temporary or overnight site
SISOSKB201A	Demonstrate snowboarding skills on beginner terrain
SISOSKI201A	Demonstrate alpine skiing skills downhill on beginner terrain
SISOSKT201A	Demonstrate basic cross country skiing skills
SISOWWR201A	Demonstrate self rescue skills in white water
SISOYSA201A	Demonstrate basic sailboarding skills in controlled conditions
SISOYSB201A	Demonstrate basic skills to sail a small boat in controlled conditions
SISSCNO201A	Perform the intermediate skills and tactics of canoeing
SISXEMR201A	Respond to emergency situations
SISXFAC207	Maintain sport, fitness and recreation equipment for activities
SISXFAC208	Maintain sport, fitness and recreation facilities
SITTGDE302	Provide arrival and departure assistance
SITTGDE304	Prepare and present tour commentaries or activities
SITTGDE305	Develop and maintain the general and regional knowledge required by guides
SITTGDE306	Research and share general information on Australian Indigenous cultures
SITXFSA101	Use hygienic practices for food safety
TLIB2003A	Carry out vehicle servicing and maintenance
TLIB2004A	Carry out vehicle inspection
TLIB2008A	Carry out inspection of trailers

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Course Overview

Student Outcomes

Satisfied with Training

Improved Work Status

Salary

Jobs

50.3%

9.3%

8.9%

Industries

28.7%

10.9%

7.6%

Financial Assistance

Subsidised Training

VET Student Loans

Career Information

Sport, Fitness and Recreation Career Pathway

Stream

Certificate II

Certificate III

Certificate IV

Diploma

Advanced Diploma

Other courses in this pathway

Stream

Certificate II

Certificate III

Certificate IV

Diploma

Advanced Diploma

Apprenticeships and Traineeships

Units & Packaging

Training Providers

Need help choosing?

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Labour Market