Professional Outdoor Instructor
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Professional Outdoor Instructor
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Description
Ideal for those who are serious about starting a career in
outdoor adventure. This course also offers a constructive option
for students taking a year out before entering Higher
Education.
Relatively little time is spent in the classroom and the emphasis
is on practical work to develop leadership skills, organisational
abilities and land and water−based activities. From Easter the
course continues in the work place at an outdoor adventure centre,
in the UK or France, where you will be employed on the same
conditions as other staff while gaining an invaluable season
leading outdoor adventure.
Course Content
- Preparing and running activities, both land and water-based.
- National pool lifegua…
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Ideal for those who are serious about starting a career in
outdoor adventure. This course also offers a constructive option
for students taking a year out before entering Higher
Education.
Relatively little time is spent in the classroom and the emphasis
is on practical work to develop leadership skills, organisational
abilities and land and water−based activities. From Easter the
course continues in the work place at an outdoor adventure centre,
in the UK or France, where you will be employed on the same
conditions as other staff while gaining an invaluable season
leading outdoor adventure.
Course Content
- Preparing and running activities, both land and water-based.
- National pool lifeguard Qualification
- First aid at work qualification
- High ropes leaders award
- National navigation award
- Expedition experience
- BCU 3 star qualifications
- RYA qualifications
- RYA Tidal Navigation
- BCU White Water Safety and Rescue
- BCU UKCC level 1 coaching certificate in paddle sport
- BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate in skills and Activities for sport and active leisure
24 weeks at Kingston Maurward plus 14 weeks working in an outdoor adventure centre.
Entry Requirements
Enthusiasm. Reasonable level of experience in a range of outdoor pursuits. A proven commitment to working with young people. The ability to work independently and as part of a group. Either BCU 2 Star or RYA Level 2 dinghy sailing. Minimum four GCSEs at Grade E, including English. Must be 18 years old by 1st April 2013
Additional Qualifications
- NARS Pool Lifeguard Qualification,
- First Aid (see under 'What will I be learning about?' for more)
What Next?/Employment
Career as a multi−activity instructor. Work within recreation and holiday industries where the ability to organise groups is a key requirement.
- Advanced Professional Outdoor Instructor
- Foundation Degree in Outdoor Adventure Management
- Apprenticeship.
Start Date
September 2013
Cost
Full Time Further EducationYour learning is FREE if you are a UK or EU student, aged under 19 years on 31st August in the academic year you start your course.
Aged over 19? Please contact us for further details.
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