Box Hill Institute
Certificate IV in Outdoor Leadership
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)To prepare you for the demands of the industry, our course focuses on outdoor activity training to both guide and instructor levels. You will learn specific skills in areas including bushwalking, canoeing, snow sports, mountain biking, risk management, navigation and trip planning. Develop the capabilities required to plan and deliver an outdoor recreation program for a wide range of clients.
If you’d like to choose your own outdoor adventure, this course is an ideal choice for you. You will open up career pathways to outdoor recreation, outdoor education, teaching, sports management, exercise science, tourism and international guiding through this course. Your potential employment settings include the corporate world, education and private enterprise.Delivery mode
Box Hill Institute offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- Jarlo Drive, Lilydale
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
It is recommended that you have some experience in the outdoor recreation environment prior to starting this course.
You must be employed at least part time within the industry to participate in a traineeship. Employment providers typically include schools, camps, and outdoor recreation providers.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
- VIC Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the VIC Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Certificate IV in Outdoor Leadership will prepare you for the following roles.
Outdoor Activity Instructor
An Outdoor Activity Instructor provides guidance and instruction to a group of participants in an outdoor activity. You might be working with clien...
Outdoor Recreation Leader
An Outdoor Recreation Leader supervises outdoor activities organised for the community or for paying participants. You’ll coordinate a range of act...
Swimming Instructor
A Swimming Instructor provides instruction and coaching to people learning to swim. You’ll work with swimmers of all abilities from young children...
About Box Hill Institute
From our very beginnings, we have emphasised practical, personal and flexible learning. We have always valued the opportunity to work hand-in-hand with industry and businesses to create job-specific courses and facilities.
We recognise that our instructors and staff are our best assets. You’ll benefit from their unique life and industry experiences, knowledge, and innovative ideas. They are dedicated to your learning experience and will equip you with skills for employment and life after studying.
Box Hill Institute now operates in 10 countries. We are registered to deliver professional education across the secondary, vocational education and training (VET) and higher education sectors. We offer a diverse range of courses to students, businesses and community groups.
