Certificate III in Outdoor Recreation
Description
This qualification provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to be competent in guiding outdoor recreation activities in a controlled environment. It requires technical knowledge of the outdoor recreation activity to be transferred to allow individuals to safely participate in the outdoor activity. It does not provide the skills and knowledge to impart the required level of technical knowledge and expertise to allow participants to independently undertake outdoor recreation activities.
A guide operating in a controlled environment has the skills, knowledge and experience to work autonomously within a closely defined range of skilled operations involving known routines, methods and procedures, where a small amount of discretion and judgement is required in the selection of equipment, services or contingency measures. This person may work independently only within clearly defined contexts where there are clearly defined Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and relevant documented guidelines, key safety features and risk management procedures for the specific activity location, they are familiar with those SOPs, and where assistance is available should a non-routine situation arise.
Work can be undertaken either autonomously or as part of a team under supervision. This supervision can be on or off site and would provide support to deal appropriately with unplanned or unexpected events. Work would be undertaken in field locations with clearly defined site specific situations such as camps, recreation centres or facilities or fields on various public lands. Work may be undertaken in differing environments such as water-based, dry land and mountainous terrains, using a diverse range of equipment.
Job roles
The following is indicative job role for this qualification:
- outdoor guide (controlled environment).
Pathways Information
This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship pathway.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of endorsement.
Entry Requirements
Entry to this qualification by persons without prior outdoor recreation industry experience or formal qualifications is not recommended.
Examples of sufficient relevant skills and knowledge for entry into the qualification may include:
- Previous qualification at the AQF level below
- Previous experience in the outdoor recreation industry and interest in outdoor pursuits
Entry into this qualification and progression between qualification levels will be based on the professional judgement of the RTO, in consultation with the individual.
Employability Skills Summary
EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS QUALIFICATION SUMMARY
The following table contains a summary of the employability skills required by the outdoor recreation industry for this qualification. The employability skills facets described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on packaging options.
Employability Skill Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:
Communication Communicating with clients and colleagues to determine and interpret their specific requirements; understanding verbal and written information on guiding outdoor recreation activities; providing clear verbal instructions to clients when guiding; effectively using body language and demonstration to reinforce technique instruction; empathising and negotiating acceptable solutions to client requests and complaints to ensure a positive recreation experience.
Initiative and enterprise Adjusting work procedures to differences in equipment and facilities and changes in work environment (e.g. tides, weather and water conditions); taking correct action and following established procedures on discovery of an actual or potential emergency or safety hazard; accommodating client differences when guiding outdoor recreation activities.
Learning Knowing the structure of networks and sources of information within the outdoor recreation industry; keeping well informed of updates and changes to organisational policies, procedures and regulations; seeking information on new and innovative outdoor recreation activity programs; accessing professional development opportunities to strengthen own skill base and contributing to a learning environment through openly sharing knowledge and experiences.
Planning and organising Collecting, analysing and recording information to allow for the efficient planning of outdoor recreation activities; setting work priorities and scheduling programs to avoid conflicts and avoid duplication of resources; following organisation policies and procedures to plan and deliver outdoor recreation activity programs in an efficient manner and minimise environmental impact.
Problem-solving Identifying hazards and risks that may arise during outdoor recreation activities; mitigating problems by making variations to the activity that are within scope of responsibility; interpreting weather in the field; clarifying the extent of, and resolving problems through negotiating with clients in a sensitive and culturally appropriate manner; taking responsibility for seeking assistance from colleagues to resolve issues and to manage contingencies;.
Self-management Understanding the boundaries of own role and correctly determining when assistance from colleagues is required; time management to complete tasks in accordance with agreed deadlines; seeking and acting on feedback from supervisors, colleagues and clients to improve own work performance.
Teamwork Working as a skilled team member, facilitating a group to meet client expectations and dealing appropriately with conflict; receiving instructions and understanding own role in guiding outdoor recreation activities; supporting other staff to provide quality outdoor recreation experiences for clients.
Technology Understanding the operating capability of computer systems, software and equipment that assists in the planning and delivery of outdoor recreation activities; safely using and maintaining outdoor recreation equipment according to manufacturer’s specifications and organisation policies and procedures.
Packaging Rules
24 units must be completed:
- 12 core units
- 12 elective units, consisting of:
- all the units in any two of Groups A to AJ, or
- all the units in any one of Groups A to AJ, and all the units in any one of Groups AK to AT
- the remaining to make up the required 12 elective units from General electives, or any of the above groups; up to 4 of these remaining units may be selected elsewhere in SIS10, or any current accredited course or other Training Package, and must be first packaged at AQF level 2, 3 or 4.
In all cases, selection of electives must be guided by the job outcome sought, local industry requirements and the characteristics of this qualification (as per the AQF descriptors).
Core
BSBWOR301B Organise personal work priorities and development
HLTAID003 Provide first aid
SISOODR302A Plan outdoor recreation activities
SISOODR303A Guide outdoor recreation sessions
SISOOPS201A Minimise environmental impact
SISOOPS306A Interpret weather conditions in the field
SISXCAI306A Facilitate groups
SISXCCS201A Provide customer service
SISXEMR201A Respond to emergency situations
SISXOHS101A Follow occupational health and safety policies
SISXRSK301A Undertake risk analysis of activities
TAEDEL301A Provide work skill instruction
Electives
Group A – Abseiling – Guide – Single Pitch – Artificial Surfaces
SISOABA302A Apply single pitch abseiling skills on artificial surfaces
SISOABA303A Establish ropes for abseiling on artificial surfaces
SISOABA304A Guide abseiling on single pitch artificial surfaces
SISOABN202A Safeguard an abseiler using a single rope belay system
SISOVTR301A Perform vertical rescues
Group B – Abseiling – Guide – Single Pitch – Natural Surfaces
SISOABN202A Safeguard an abseiler using a single rope belay system
SISOABN303A Apply single pitch abseiling skills on natural surfaces
SISOABN304A Establish ropes for single pitch abseiling on natural surfaces
SISOABN305A Guide abseiling on single pitch natural surfaces
SISONAV201A Demonstrate navigation skills in a controlled environment
SISOVTR301A Perform vertical rescues
Group C – Bushwalking – Guide – Controlled Environment
PUAOPE002B Operate communications systems and equipment
SISOBWG201A Demonstrate bushwalking skills in a controlled environment
SISOBWG303A Guide bushwalks in a controlled environment
SISONAV201A Demonstrate navigation skills in a controlled environment
Group D – Canoeing – Guide – Flat Water
SISOCNE202A Perform deep water rescues
SISOCNE303A Apply canoeing skills
SISOCNE305A Guide canoeing trips on flat and undemanding water
SISONAV201A Demonstrate navigation skills in a controlled environment
Group E – Canoeing – Guide – White Water Grade 2
SISOCNE304A Apply inland canoeing skills on Grade 2 water
SISOCNE307A Guide canoeing trips on Grade 2 water
SISONAV201A Demonstrate navigation skills in a controlled environment
SISOWWR201A Demonstrate self rescue skills in white water
SISOWWR302A Demonstrate white water rescues and recoveries
Group F – Canyoning – Guide – Single Pitch
SISCAQU202A Perform basic water rescues
SISOCAY302A Apply vertical canyoning skills
SISOCAY303A Establish belays in canyons
SISOCAY304A Guide single pitch canyoning trips
SISONAV201A Demonstrate navigation skills in a controlled environment
SISOVTR301A Perform vertical rescues
Group G – Caving – Guide – Single Pitch
SISOCVE201A Demonstrate caving skills
SISOCVE302A Apply single pitch abseiling skills in caves
SISOCVE303A Rig a ladder pitch
SISOCVE304A Apply laddering skills
SISOCVE305A Apply caving specific single rope techniques
SISOCVE306A Rig ropes and establish belays in caves
SISOCVE307A Guide vertical single pitch caving trips
SISOCVE308A Guide horizontal caving trips
SISOVTR301A Perform vertical rescues
Group H – Challenge Ropes Course – Conduct High Ropes
SISOABL301A Assist in the facilitation of adventure-based learning activities
SISOCRP302A Conduct a high ropes session
Group I – Challenge Ropes Course – Conduct Low Ropes
SISOABL301A Assist in the facilitation of adventure-based learning activities
SISOCRP301A Conduct a low ropes session
Group J – Climbing – Guide – Artificial Surfaces – Top Rope
SISOCLA302A Apply top rope climbing skills on artificial surfaces
SISOCLA303A Establish belays for climbing on artificial surfaces
SISOCLA311 Guide top rope climbing activities on artificial surfaces
Group K – Climbing – Guide – Natural Surfaces – Top Rope
SISOCLN302A Apply climbing skills on natural surfaces
SISOCLN303A Establish belays for climbing on natural surfaces
SISOCLN304A Guide top rope climbing activities on natural surfaces
SISONAV201A Demonstrate navigation skills in a controlled environment
SISOVTR301A Perform vertical rescues
Group L – Cycle Touring – Guide – On-road
SISOCYT201A Select, set up and maintain a bike
SISOCYT202A Demonstrate basic cycling skills
SISOCYT303A Apply on-road cycling skills
SISOCYT304A Guide on-road cycle tours
TLIH3002A Plan and navigate routes
Group M – Fishing – Guide
SISOFSH201A Catch and handle fish
SISOFSH202A Select, catch and use bait
SISOFSH203A Select, rig and use terminal tackle
SISOFSH204A Select, use and maintain fishing tackle outfits
SISOFSH205A Construct and work simple fishing lures
SISOFSH206A Locate and attract fish
SISOFSH307A Guide fishing trips
SISOFSH308A Instruct fishing skills
Group N – Fishing Equipment
SISOFSH201A Catch and handle fish
SISOFSH204A Select, use and maintain fishing tackle outfits
SISOFSH205A Construct and work simple fishing lures
SISOFSH310A Tie simple fishing flies
SISOFSH314A Construct and repair fishing rods
Group O – Fishing Guide – Beach
SISOFSH201A Catch and handle fish
SISOFSH313A Catch crabs, prawns and squid
SISOFSH315A Demonstrate beach fishing skills
SISOOPS303A Interpret weather for marine environments
Group P – Fishing Guide – Estuary
SISOFSH201A Catch and handle fish
SISOFSH312A Demonstrate estuary fishing skills
SISOOPS303A Interpret weather for marine environments
Group Q – Fishing Guide – Fly
SISOFSH201A Catch and handle fish
SISOFSH309A Apply fly fishing skills
SISOFSH310A Tie simple fishing flies
Group R – Fishing Guide – Freshwater
SISOFSH201A Catch and handle fish
SISOFSH311A Demonstrate freshwater fishing skills
Group S – Four Wheel Driving – Guide
SISODRV302A Drive and recover a 4WD vehicle
SISODRV303A Guide 4WD tours
TLIB2003A Carry out vehicle servicing and maintenance
TLIB2004A Carry out vehicle inspection
TLIH3002A Plan and navigate routes
Group T – Horse Riding – Arena
AHCLSK309A Implement animal health control programs
AHCLSK320A Coordinate and monitor livestock transport
SISOEQO303A Conduct horse riding sessions in an arena
SISOEQO304A Apply first aid for horses
SISSEQS303A Teach the fundamental skills of riding
SISOEQO317 Supervise horse handling
Group U – Horse Riding – Guide Day Rides
AHCLSK309A Implement animal health control programs
AHCLSK320A Coordinate and monitor livestock transport
SISOEQO202A Demonstrate basic horse riding skills
SISOEQO304A Apply first aid for horses
SISOEQO305A Ride horses in tracked areas
SISOEQO306A Guide day horse trail rides in tracked areas
SISOEQO317 Supervise horse handling
Group V – Kayaking – Guide – Flat Water
SISOCNE202A Perform deep water rescues
SISOKYK302A Apply kayaking skills
SISOKYK304A Guide kayaking trips on flat and undemanding water
SISONAV201A Demonstrate navigation skills in a controlled environment
Group W – Kayaking – Guide – White Water Grade 2
SISOKYK303A Apply inland kayaking skills on Grade 2 water
SISOKYK305A Guide kayaking trips on Grade 2 water
SISONAV201A Demonstrate navigation skills in a controlled environment
SISOWWR201A Demonstrate self rescue skills in white water
SISOWWR302A Demonstrate white water rescues and recoveries
Group X – Mountain Biking – Guide
SISOCYT202A Demonstrate basic cycling skills
SISOMBK201A Demonstrate basic off-road cycling skills
SISOMBK302A Apply advanced off-road cycling skills
SISOMBK303A Guide off-road cycle tours
SISONAV302A Apply navigation skills in an intermediate environment
Group Y – Personal Water Craft – Guide
SISOPWC303A Ride personal water craft in moderate to difficult conditions
SISOPWC304A Guide tours using personal water craft
Group Z – Rafting Guide – Moving Water
SISONAV201A Demonstrate navigation skills in a controlled environment
SISORAF301A Guide a raft on moving water
SISOWWR201A Demonstrate self rescue skills in white water
Group AA – SCUBA – Advanced
SISOSCB301A SCUBA dive in open water to a maximum depth of 18 metres
SISOSCB302A Complete night dives
SISOSCB303A Complete deep dives to between 18 and 40 metres
SISOSCB304A Navigate prescribed routes underwater
Group AB – SCUBA – Dive Guide
SISCAQU202A Perform basic water rescues
SISOSCB301A SCUBA dive in open water to a maximum depth of 18 metres
SISOSCB306A Perform diver rescues
SISOSCB308A Guide a SCUBA dive
SISOSNK201A Demonstrate snorkelling activities
SISOSNK302A Guide snorkelling
Group AC – SCUBA – Master Diver
SISOSCB301A SCUBA dive in open water to a maximum depth of 18 metres
SISOSCB302A Complete night dives
SISOSCB303A Complete deep dives to between 18 and 40 metres
SISOSCB304A Navigate prescribed routes underwater
SISOSCB305A Complete underwater search and recovery dives
SISOSCB306A Perform diver rescues
Group AD – SCUBA – Open Water
SISOSCB301A SCUBA dive in open water to a maximum depth of 18 metres
SISOSCB306A Perform diver rescues
SISOSCB313A Complete computer aided dives
Group AE – Skiing – Ski Touring – Guide – Day
SISONAV302A Apply navigation skills in an intermediate environment
SISOSKT303A Day ski tour away from a patrolled area
SISOSKT304A Guide day ski tours
SISOSKT305A Apply snow craft skills for day touring
Group AF – Snorkelling – Guide
SISCAQU202A Perform basic water rescues
SISOSNK201A Demonstrate snorkelling activities
SISOSNK302A Guide snorkelling
Group AG – Snowboarding – Guide – Day
SISONAV302A Apply navigation skills in an intermediate environment
SISOSKB302A Snowboard on intermediate terrain
SISOSKB303A Guide day snowboarding activities
SISOSKT305A Apply snow craft skills for day touring
Group AH – Surfing – Guide – Basic
SISOSRF202A Demonstrate basic surfing manoeuvres in controlled conditions
SISOSRF303A Perform intermediate level surfing manoeuvres
SISOSRF304A Perform simple rescues in moderate surf conditions
SISOSRF305A Guide surfing sessions
Group AI – Trail Bike Riding – Guide – Advanced
SISONAV302A Apply navigation skills in an intermediate environment
SISOTBR201A Select, set up and maintain an off-highway motorcycle
SISOTBR303A Apply advanced off-highway motorcycling skills
SISOTBR304A Guide off-highway motorcycle tours
Group AJ – Yachting – Windsurfing
SISOYSA302A Apply enhanced windsurfing skills in moderate conditions
SISOYSA303A Use a sailboard in stronger winds
Group AK – Boating
MEM50008B Carry out trip preparation and planning
MEM50009B Safely operate a mechanically powered recreational boat
MEM50010B Respond to boating emergencies and incidents
SISOOPS303A Interpret weather for marine environments
Group AL – Community Development
SISCCRD301A Facilitate community development through recreational activities
SISCCRD302A Recruit and manage volunteers
Group AM – Disability
CHCDIS301C Work effectively with people with a disability
CHCDIS400C Provide care and support
SISCCRO303A Plan and conduct recreation programs for older persons
Group AN – Interpretation – Cultural
SITTGDE101 Interpret aspects of local Australian Indigenous culture
SITTGDE304 Prepare and present tour commentaries or activities
SITTGDE306 Research and share general information on Australian Indigenous cultures
SITTGDE401 Coordinate and operate a tour
Group AO – Interpretation – Cultural and Heritage Environments
SISOINT302A Develop specialist resources for interpretive activities
SITTGDE304 Prepare and present tour commentaries or activities
SITTGDE309 Prepare specialised interpretive content on cultural and heritage environments
SITTGDE401 Coordinate and operate a tour
Group AP – Interpretation – Flora, Fauna and Landscape
SISOINT302A Develop specialist resources for interpretive activities
SITTGDE304 Prepare and present tour commentaries or activities
SITTGDE307 Prepare specialised interpretive content on flora, fauna and landscape
SITTGDE401 Coordinate and operate a tour
Group AQ – Interpretation – Marine Environments
SISOINT302A Develop specialist resources for interpretive activities
SITTGDE304 Prepare and present tour commentaries or activities
SITTGDE308 Prepare specialised interpretive content on marine environments
SITTGDE401 Coordinate and operate a tour
Group AR – Natural Resource Planning
AHCNAR301A Maintain natural areas
AHCWRK311A Conduct site inspections
Group AS – Tour Guiding
SITTGDE301 Work as a guide
SITTGDE303 Lead tour groups
SITTGDE304 Prepare and present tour commentaries or activities
SITTGDE305 Develop and maintain the general and regional knowledge required by guides
Group AT – Youth – Orientation
CHCYTH301E Work effectively with young people
CHCYTH002 Work effectively with young people in the youth work context
General electives
SISOARC301A Conduct an archery session
SISOBWG302A Apply intermediate bushwalking skills
SISOCAY201A Demonstrate horizontal canyoning skills
SISOCLA305A Apply route setting skills
SISOCLN405A Apply single pitch lead climbing skills on natural surfaces
SISOCNE306A Instruct canoeing skills on flat and undemanding water
SISOCYT202A Demonstrate basic cycling skills
SISOINT201A Conduct interpretation within an outdoor activity
SISOINT302A Develop specialist resources for interpretive activities
SISOKYS302A Demonstrate sea kayaking skills
SISOKYS303A Guide sea kayaking trips in easy to moderate conditions
SISOKYS304A Demonstrate sea kayaking skills in moderate to difficult conditions
SISOODR404A Manage risk in an outdoor activity
SISOOPS202A Use and maintain a temporary or overnight site
SISOOPS304A Plan for minimal environmental impact
SISOOPS305A Provide first aid in a remote location
SISOPWC202A Demonstrate simple personal water craft skills in controlled conditions
SISOSCB307A Inspect and fill SCUBA cylinders
SISOSCB309A Complete dives off boats
SISOSCB310A Complete an underwater video
SISOSCB311A Take still photographs underwater
SISOSCB312A Complete dry suit dives
SISOSCB314A Complete wreck dives
SISOSCB315A Complete drift dives on SCUBA
SISOSCB316A Dive at altitude greater than 300 metres
SISOSCB317A Complete a dive using Enriched Air Nitrox
SISOSCB318A Dive in open water using surface supplied air
SISOSRF202A Demonstrate basic surfing manoeuvres in controlled conditions
SISOTBR201A Select, set up and maintain an off-highway motorcycle
SISOVTR301A Perform vertical rescues
SISOYSB302A Sail a small boat in light to moderate conditions
SISSCNO305A Perform the advanced skills and tactics of canoeing
SITTGDE302 Provide arrival and departure assistance
SITXCOM401 Manage conflict
SITXFSA101 Use hygienic practices for food safety