New Zealand Diploma in Outdoor and Adventure Education (Multi-skilled)
Hillary Outdoors Education Centres
Subject area
Sport and Recreation Activities
Qualification
Duration
1 Year
Total student fees
$9,224
over 1 Year - details
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
The purpose of this qualification is to provide the outdoor and adventure education sector with practitioners who are capable of operating independently in a personal capacity, and who have the skills and underpinning pedagogy to safely instruct or guide a range of outdoor activities.
This qualification is intended for people wanting to build on existing skills in outdoor and adventure activities and are considering a career in outdoor and adventure instructing, leading or guiding.
Graduates will be capable of operating under indirect supervision in familiar environments and under direct supervision in unfamiliar environments.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
Minimum of 19 years of age. Have completed Hillary Outdoors New Zealand Certificate in Outdoor and Adventure Education (multi-skilled) Level 4 or comparable qualification with another tertiary provider. Or have the equivalent proven skills and experience. Show a genuine interest and enthusiasm to instruct and lead others in the outdoors. Have a solid base of technical skills in a range of outdoor activities. Have work experience in a leadership role. Have a good level of physical fitness to withstand the demands of the course. Be water confident. Hold a current first aid certificate. Be self-motivated, with a responsible attitude and the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of people and as part of a team. Academic - English language requirements - all applicants must have a standard of English sufficient to be able to study at this level. International students or students for whom English is not their first language will have to meet the requirements as set out by NZQA and provide evidence of this gained in the last two years.
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
1 Year
Tuition Fees
| Annual | Total qualification | |
|---|---|---|
|
Student fees
(what you pay)
|
$9,224 | $9,224 |
|
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
|
$5,853 | $5,853 |
| Total | $15,077 | $15,077 |
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A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.
Student Success
98%
National Graduate Outcomes
Outcomes for students who completed qualifications at the same level and in the same subject area, three years after completion:
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| Earnings range | N/A |
| In employment | N/A |
| In further study | N/A |
| On a benefit | N/A |
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Contact details
Main Campus Office
Free phone: 0800 688 843
Phone: (09) 973 4740
Fax: (09) 929 3404
Email: education@opc.org.nz
Web: http://www.hillaryoutdoors.co.nz
Where does this information come from?
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NZQA supplies all other information based on material from the provider.
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