NZ Certificate in Foundation Skills (Outdoor Recreation) (Level 2)
Sport & Recreation
A course by
EIT
Gain key foundation skills and confidence for outdoor recreation with this hands-on, active learning programme involving a range of land and water-based activities. Progress to further outdoor adventure/recreation studies or entry-level roles in the industry.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Hawke's Bay Campus, Napier
It will take a total of 17 weeks
Core skills this course teaches
Develop foundation skills for outdoor recreation
Gain key personal and practical skills needed for participating in land and water-based outdoor activities.
Experience hands-on, active learning
Take part in a range of practical outdoor and recreation activities, building confidence and experience through field trips and events.
Prepare for further study or entry-level roles
Build the skills and confidence to progress into higher-level outdoor adventure/recreation programmes or begin a career in recreation or tourism.
What You're Signing Up For
The NZ Certificate in Foundation Skills (Outdoor Recreation) (Level 2) at EIT introduces learners to the fundamentals of outdoor and recreation fields. The 17-week full-time course offers hands-on experiences in planning, preparing and participating in land and water-based adventure and recreational activities. Graduates gain the confidence and skills necessary for further study or to begin exploring opportunities in recreation and tourism sectors.
Course Content
- Planning and preparation for outdoor activities
- Participating in field trips
- Planning an event
- Using community services
- Improving digital literacy
- Land based outdoor activities
- Water based outdoor activities
What you need to know first
Open entry (no formal qualifications required)
Must be aged 16 or over
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Recreation
Tourism
Future employment opportunities might be
Entry-level roles in the recreation sector
Entry-level positions in tourism