SIS40621 Certificate IV in Outdoor Leadership

This qualification provides a pathway to work for any type of organisation that delivers outdoor recreation activities including commercial, not-for-profit and government organisations.

This course requires the successful completion of 27 units of competency (12 core and 15 electives):

Core Units

• HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety
• PUAOPE013 Operate communications systems and equipment
• SISOFLD002 Minimise environmental impact
• SISOPLN001 Finalise operation of outdoor recreation activities
• SISOPLN002 Plan outdoor activity sessions
• SISOPLN004 Identify hazards, assess and control risks for outdoor recreation activities
• SISOPLN005 Interpret weather and environmental conditions for outdoor recreation activities
• SISORSC001 Conduct search and rescue
• SISXCAI006 Facilitate groups
• SISXCCS003 Address client needs
• SISXEMR002 Coordinate emergency responses
• SISXFAC001 Maintain equipment for activities

Electives

At least two groups of electives must be completed. Group 314 provides training and assessment in the following groups:

• Group A Abseiling, Natural Surfaces, Single pitch
• Group B Abseiling, Natural Surfaces, Multi pitch
• Group C Bushwalking, Difficult Tracked Environments, Rivers
• Group D Bushwalking, Extremely Difficult Tracked and Untracked Environments
• Group E Canyoning, Easy to Intermediate
• Group F Canyoning, Intermediate to Advanced
• Group G Challenge Course, Low elements
• Group H Challenge Course, High elements
• Group I Climbing, Natural Surfaces, Top Rope
• Group J Climbing, Natural Surfaces, Lead, Single Pitch
• Group K Climbing, Natural Surfaces, Lead, Multi Pitch
• Group L Canoeing, Moving Water
• Group M Canoeing, White Water
• Group N Caving
• Group U Kayaking, Moving Water
• Group V Kayaking, White Water, Grade 2 Rivers
• Group W Sea Kayaking
• Group X Sea Kayaking, Exposed Waters
• Group Y Rafting, Grade 3 Rivers
• Group Z Rafting, Grade 4 Rivers
• Group AD Ski Touring

It is common for students to undertake smaller short courses prior to enrolling in this qualification. The units attained on other courses are used as Credit Transfer for the full qualification.

More information on specific electives associated with the groups is at:  https://training.gov.au/training/details/SIS40621/qualdetails

Training is provided through:

• Online learning.
• Practical modules in the field.

The practical modules vary because of variables such as student needs, activity requirements, weather, and location restrictions.

Certificate IV qualification.

Nationally Recognised Training (NRT) under the Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF).

Available.

Successful RPL applications may result in variations to the duration and cost of the course.

Refer to the Group 314 RPL Policy Click here for more information.

Available.

Successful Credit Transfer applications may result in variations to the duration and cost of the course.

Refer to the Group 314 Credit Transfer Policy Click here for more information.

This course requires students to complete a variety of assessment activities.

Assessment activities include:

• Online knowledge assessments.
• Assignments.
• Practical demonstration of skills.
• Third party evidence.

The focus for assessment is on the demonstration of skills and knowledge in appropriate field locations. 

Some units are delivered online.

The practical components of training and assessment are delivered in locations relevant to the activity. Whilst courses have been conducted throughout Australia, common locations include:

• Rafting, canoeing, and kayaking - rivers and lakes throughout NSW and Vic.
• Abseiling and climbing - Blue Mountains, Mount Buffalo, Arapiles.
• Caving - Wee Jasper and Bungonia.
• Canyoning - Blue Mountains.
• Skiing - Falls Creek, Kosciuszko Main Range, Mount Selwyn.
• Bushwalking - Forests and National Parks throughout NSW and Vic.
• Sea kayaking - NSW coastal areas.

Students must:

• Be at least 18 years old at the time of enrolment.
• Have an email address and access to a computer with an internet connection.
• Have good language, literacy and numeracy skills.
• Complete a Pre-course Evaluation conducted by Group 314 to determine suitability for the course.
• Have previous experience in relevant outdoor activities.

More information about this course is available on the Australian Government Training website Click here .

More information about Group 314, including company policies and other general student information, is available on our Student Information page.

Get in touch with a Group 314 representative to discuss your training needs.

Please email info@group314.com or phone 1300 448 779.

The maximum course fee is $6,995 ex GST.

Course fees will vary depending on the amount of RPL or Credit Transfer available. Please contact Group 314 to discuss your individual circumstances to develop a custom training plan.

No more than $1,500 ex GST will be charged up front, the remainder will be charged in progressive payments.