Level 3 Outdoor Education
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr S. Garside.
If you want to become an independent outdoor adventurer, instructor, skills for the police/army, then this course is for you. The topics studied are kayaking, mountain biking, rock climbing and alpine tramping. This course is fully internally assessed and will involve a weekly in class two hour practical and four expeditions (kayaking, mountain biking, alpine tramping and rock climbing) resulting in a total of 10 days out of school. You will develop transferable skills in leadership and safety management.
# Achievement Standard 91501 is also physical education these credits can not be gained twice and outdoor education will act as a reassessment opportunity.
Recommended Prior Learning
Level 2 OED (minimum 12 credits) or equivalent experience at discretion of teacher in charge.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Total $570: White water kayak $200, Two mountain bike trips $140, Alpine tramp $130 and Rock climbing $100
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
Prepare for, participate in, and evaluate an outdoor experience as a member of a group
NZQA Info
Physical Education 3.4 - Demonstrate quality performance of a physical activity in an applied setting
NZQA Info
Physical Education 3.7 - Analyse issues in safety management for outdoor activity to devise safety management strategies