TCE  Outdoor Leadership Level 3

TCE Outdoor Leadership Level 3

What will I learn?

This syllabus builds upon the existing skills and competencies of individual students. The course emphasis is the development of leadership, decision-making, problem solving, initiative and interpersonal relationship skills. It fosters leadership in adventurous activities, requiring individuals to think logically, handle stressful situations calmly, negotiate and cooperate with others and to communicate clearly and effectively. 

The practical component of the course may consist of a two day training camp early in the year or local area student led excursions. Students will then lead a multi-day remote area  trip. This will allow growth in leadership and confidence as the year progresses. Expeditions will be on weekends and school holidays. There is one theory class each week. Students will learn the theory behind effective leadership, decision-making and communication for application in a practical group setting. Many past students have gone on to a career in guiding, outdoor education and science work in remote environments. 

The School will provide transport, staff, activity equipment, tents, trangias and backpacks. 

Why should I consider this course?

You are keen to learn and understand how to work with your peers, show initiative and independence and make decisions in a dynamic environment.  

You enjoy opportunities to apply the theory of a course in the outdoor environment.  

You wish to improve your understanding of the outcomes or consequences for the decisions that you make.  

You enjoy interacting with the natural world and are keen to enhance your personal wellbeing through participation in activities in the outdoor environment. 

What Skills does this course provide?

In this pre-tertiary course, you will develop transferable leadership skills. 

• You will learn how to plan, prepare, facilitate and evaluate outdoor journeys
• You will have opportunities to manage and facilitate people in a dynamic environment to build your communication, decision making, judgement and conflict resolution skills
• You will  acknowledge and interact with our natural environment

What Pathway Options does this course provide?

This course offers pathways to outdoor tourism, guiding and teaching. 

Students interested in moving into paramedics, services (army, navy, policing) or the Antarctic Division would gather lots of necessary skills and experience by completing this course.