Kiama Community College

SIS30619

Certificate III in Outdoor Leadership

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Turn your passion for the outdoors and adventure into a rewarding and satisfying career! Outdoor recreation and education is a fast-growing industry and this course will provide you with skills and knowledge to equip you to work as an outdoor guide or leader. Outdoor leadership careers are available in a range of contexts including adventure tourism, ecotourism, holiday and school camps as well as corporate outdoor education. Course specialisations include kayaking, abseiling and bushwalking.

Delivery mode

Kiama Community College offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • 7-9 Railway Parade, Kiama
  • 1 Mattes Way, Bomaderry

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $2,250 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.
NSW
  • NSW Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the NSW Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Enquire with a course provider to check your eligibility.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$2,250
Standard Tuition:
$0
Full Fee Tuition:
$2,250
Full Fee Tuition:
$0
Enquire with Kiama Community College to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 12 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $2,250 $0 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Certificate III in Outdoor Leadership will prepare you for the following roles.

Outdoor Recreation Officer

An Outdoor Recreation Officer coordinates the delivery of a range of outdoor activities. You might plan activities for community events or take gro...

Avg yearly income $67,600
Entry barriers Low

Hiking Guide

A Hiking Guide takes groups of participants on hikes in natural areas. You might work with people in targeted groups such as tourists or beginning...

Avg yearly income $57,200
Entry barriers Low

Outdoor Adventure Guide

An Outdoor Adventure Guide takes groups of participants for recreational activities such as white water rafting, abseiling or scuba diving. You’ll...

Avg yearly income $62,400
Entry barriers Low

About Kiama Community College

Kiama Community College has provided a wide range of nationally recognised vocational qualifications to more than 3,000 students in our community. Our vocational qualifications assist you to upskill or gain your first job and are recognised by employers across the country. When you study with us, you receive the same qualification and government subsidies provided by TAFEs and other RTOs approved under the NSW Government’s Smart and Skilled program. PLUS you also benefit from small class sizes, individual attention and access to a Student Support Officer who will assist you with your study/life needs and support you in seeking work placement and employment. That’s the Community College difference!

Kiama Community College Ltd receives core funding from NSW Department of Education, Adult and Community Education Program and State Training Services. It also attracts several other sources of government funding as well as fee for service business to fund its operations.

In 2009, Kiama Community College expanded its offerings to the Shoalhaven region with the establishment of Shoalhaven Community College, a campus of Kiama Community College. Servicing the large and diverse composition of the Shoalhaven region's 95,000 community members, Shoalhaven Community College is a valuable addition. Shoalhaven Community College offers the Shoalhaven region with state-of-the-art Hair & Beauty training facilities, modern computer rooms, contemporary kitchen area and a choice of fully equipped training rooms.