ELECTIVE: 

Outdoor Recreation

Year 10

What is the subject about?

Outdoor Recreation provides students with the knowledge and skills 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 in field locations such as camps or indoor recreation centres or facilities, in differing environments such as water-based, dry land and mountainous terrains, using a diverse range of equipment.

 

Units in this program include; assist in conducting outdoor recreation sessions, respond to emergency situations and minimise environmental impact. Electives can be chosen from a range of streams including Abseiling, Bushwalking, Cycling, Skiing, Surfing and more.

Skills you will develop

  • Leadership skills
  • Organisation skills
  • Independence skills
  • Communications skills
  • Industry knowledge
  • Safety skills 
     

Assessment

  • Practical assessments
  • Practical placement 
  • In Class assessment
  • Observations and recordings
  • Reflections

Pathways

  • VCE Outdoor & Environmental Studies (Units 1 & 2)
  • Cert III or IV in Out Recreation
  • Indoor OR Outdoor activity assistant
  • Employment (Parks Vic, Recreational activity centre)