Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Outdoor Recreation
Diploma of Outdoor Recreation
SRO50203
C609
Deleted
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 16/01/2003 | Current | Approved |
Description
Schedule
1.
PLEASE NOTE: Pre-requisite units not listed in this model training prgram are required to complete this qualification.
The requirements for a Diploma of Outdoor recreation will comprise achievement of twenty two (22) to thirty-two (32) units of competency: Twelve (12) core units, four (4) Stream units, two (2) Specialisation groups and all units within each group and four (4) Electives.
**CORE UNITS - Learners to complete the twelve (12) units listed below.
2.
PLUS - OUTDOOR RECREATION STREAM UNITS - Learners to complete all (4) four units listed below.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C6244 | SROOPS008A | Apply the principles of natural resource management | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C6397 | SRXFAC005B | Coordinate facility and equipment acquisition and maintenance | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C6236 | SROODR009A | Evaluate policy/procedures for an outdoor business/organisation | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C6235 | SROODR008A | Review outdoor recreation ethics and philosophies | 15 | Unit of competency |
3.
PLUS - Completion of two Specialisation Groups and all units listed within each group, refer to pages 111 to 114 of the Outdoor Recreation Industry Training Package SRO03 for a complete listing of specialisation groups.
SUGGESTED SPECIALISATION ONE - Bushwalking - Guide (Difficult and Trackless Areas) - Learners to complete the (6) six units listed below.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C6079 | SROBWG003A | Demonstrate bushwalking skills in unmodified landscapes | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C5779 | SROBWG004A | Demonstrate river crossing skills | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C6084 | SROBWG009A | Guide bushwalks in difficult and trackless areas | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C6240 | SROOPS004B | Interpret weather conditions in the field | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C6228 | SRONAV003B | Navigate in unmodified landscapes in extreme environmental conditions | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C3894 | PUAOPE002A | Operate communications systems and equipment | 20 | Unit of competency |
4.
SUGGESTED SPECIALISATION TWO - Kayaking - Guide (White Water Grade 3) - Learners to complete the four units listed below.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C6206 | SROKYK004A | Apply inland kayaking skills on Grade 3 water | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C6212 | SROKYK010A | Instruct kayaking skills on Grade 3 water | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C6339 | SROWWR003B | Perform a comprehensive range of white water rescues and recoveries | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C0087 | BSZ404A | Train small groups | 30 | Unit of competency |
5.
SUGGESTED SPECIALISATION THREE - Abseiling - Instruct - Natural Surface - Multipitch -
Learners to complete (5) five units listed below:
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C6070 | SROABN005A | Apply multi pitch abseiling skills on natural surfaces | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C6071 | SROABN006A | Establish ropes for multi pitch abseiling on natural surfaces | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C6075 | SROABN010A | Instruct abseiling on natural surfaces (multi pitch) | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C6335 | SROVTR002A | Perform complex vertical rescues | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C0087 | BSZ404A | Train small groups | 30 | Unit of competency |
6.
PLUS ELECTIVES- A minimum of (4) FOUR units to be completed from any Diploma qualification within the Sport and Recreation Industry Training Package (Community, Recreation, Fitness, Oudoor Recreation, Sport) or from any other endorsed training package from any other industry. Any units selected must be relevant to the occupational outcome sought and shoud be appropriate to the AQF level.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C6419 | SRXGRO002A | Deal with conflict | 10 | Unit of competency |
| C6064 | SROABL002B | Facilitate adventure-based learning activities | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C6211 | SROKYK009A | Guide kayaking trips on Grade 3 water | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C6420 | SRXGRO003A | Provide leadership to groups | 10 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C200 | SRO50299 | Diploma of Outdoor Recreation | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D026 | SRO50206 | Diploma of Outdoor Recreation | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
1. This qualification is the copyright of The Australian National Training Authority.
2. Further information on this qualification is contained in the training Package available from Australian Training Products Ltd., Tel: (03) 9630 9836.
3. This qualification was entered on to STARS by Central TAFE on 18/12/03.
4. This qualification was amended by Central TAFE on the 13/10/05 to reflect changes in the Outdoor Recreation Training Package Implementation Guide SRO03 July 2005 version.
Entry Requirements
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