VET Certificate II in Outdoor Recreation

VET Certificate II in Outdoor Recreation

What will I learn?

Students will develop skills that consider risk management, navigation, weather interpretations, environment factors, health and safety, emergency response and overall planning in a range of outdoor environments. The competencies are completed in the context of the selected activities and the online theory component.

This course will be delivered through practical skill sessions and through teacher supported theory lessons using online digital resources and assessments. Assessment is completed through a variety of online quizzes, verbal, written and practical simulations. 

This course requires students to complete 15 Units of Competency: 

5 Core units + 10 Elective units (at least 2, and no more than 3, are activity specific) 

Core units of competency include: 

• Assist in conducting outdoor recreation sessions 
• Minimise environmental impact 
• Work effectively in sport and recreation environment 
• Follow occupational health and safety policies 
• Provide First Aid 

A variety of Elective units of competency with activity specific electives including; Snorkelling, Riding, Bushwalking and Kayaking Skills. Other electives will be negotiated with the Registered Training Organisation. 

Why should I consider this course?

This course is aimed at students wishing to start a career as an Assistant Guide/Leader and to gain further skills in the area of Outdoor Recreation.

Students undertaking this course will attain competencies towards the nationally recognised Certificate II in Outdoor Recreation qualification. Students gain the opportunity to explore the outdoor recreation environment and develop the skills and knowledge to be able to successfully plan and support the delivery of an outdoor recreation activity. This course equips students with skills to explore direct employment opportunities including outdoor activity assistant, school camp activity assistant and outdoor supplier retail assistant. 

This course also leads directly into the Certificate III in Outdoor Recreation course, a course which enables students to guide and lead outdoor groups. 

What Skills does this course provide?

• Nationally recognised course
• Industry recognised training and assessment
• Establish outdoor skills and emergency response and organisation skills in outdoor settings
• Specialist skills for outdoor guiding and recreation industry

What Pathway Options does this course provide?

• Direct pathway to Certificate III and IV in the Outdoor Recreation and Tourism sector
• Entry level to Outdoor guiding 
• TCE Outdoor Leadership