2 Outdoor Education
Course Description
Learning Area Leader: Mr A. Gebbie.
The Level 2 Outdoor Education course focuses on developing outdoor skills and connecting with natural spaces through a Māori perspective, enhancing students' appreciation of the interconnection in the natural world.
Skills/content you will cover in this course
Technical skills in mountain biking, overnight tramping and rock climbing
Understanding the Māori perspective on the natural world
Exploring the principles of Te Taiao
Learning about the interconnection between all elements in nature.
Skills you need to be successful in this course - basic outdoor skills and experience in activities like mountain biking, tramping, or rock climbing, moderate physical fitness, teamwork, resilience, problem-solving, and a positive attitude towards outdoor activities and challenges.
This course is useful for or will lead to - careers in outdoor guiding, environmental stewardship, Department of Conservation (DOC) roles, outdoor instructing, and environmental science; foundational skills for further study or training in outdoor education and related fields.
Recommended Prior Learning
Level 1 Outdoor Education
Additional Course Specific Contributions & Equipment/Stationery
This course includes a range of Field Trips at a cost of $350.00 to deepen and reinforce learning. * Course cost to be added to statements at the start of course.
Learners will be expected to assist with and supply their own property (Mountain Bike, Bike Helmet, Appropriate Footwear for Tramping, Quick dry shorts and T Shirts) for overnight and day trip excursions
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
Demonstrate mountain biking skills on grade 2 terrain
NZQA Info
Demonstrate novice rock climbing and belaying skills on Ewbank Grade 12 and above
NZQA Info
Demonstrate skills for an overnight tramp
NZQA Info
Demonstrate knowledge of weather information, introductory survival skills, and the use of maps in the outdoors
NZQA Info
Demonstrate knowledge of preparation for an outdoor activity
NZQA Info
Demonstrate knowledge of how personal contribution influences group functioning in an outdoor activity
Disclaimer
Please note that course assessment and costs/equipment may change.