TCE Outdoor Experiences Level 1

TCE Outdoor Experiences Level 1

What will I learn?

This is a 50-hour course. Students enrol in the Outdoor Experience weekend programs at the beginning of each academic year. Students may select as many camps as they wish, however, to meet the requirements of the TCE course, students must complete at least two separate programs from the list below. 

Weekend Activity Programs may include: 

• Rock Climbing 
• Surfing 
• Sea Kayaking
• Mountain biking
• Independent Bush walk 

Many students go on to become involved in Outdoor Experiences as a way of exploring wilderness areas or become involved in the Adventure Tourism Industry as a casual guide/instructor. This course flows neatly into VET Certificate II Outdoor Recreation or the Outdoor Leadership course.

Why should I consider this course?

• You are interested in participating in some recreation activities in the outdoors 
• You are keen to try new experiences and to share these with your peers or others 
• You seek opportunities to support your health and balance the demands of your academic load
• You are keen to have your outdoor experiences acknowledged through CAS hours. IB students can use their time on weekend trips towards their Action hours. 

What Skills does this course provide?

This course provides you with a foundation for lifelong recreation.  

• You will work towards gaining independent competency in particular activities  
• You will develop an understanding of the safety elements required to participate successfully in outdoor recreation activities
• You will build on personal skills including communication, risk taking, team work and self management

What Pathway Options does this course provide?

Outdoor Experiences leads into the VET Certificate II Outdoor Recreation and the pre-tertiary Outdoor Leadership courses.