Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Otago PolytechnicNew Zealand Certificate in Avalanche Risk Management (Level 6)
This course is available
Online, On-Campus
Level of Study
Certificate
Summary
This certificate will provide you with the highest level of avalanche training available in New Zealand. You will enjoy being taught by the professionals and graduate with the ability to assume supervisory roles in all sectors of the industry. Your study will combine online theory with practical blocks comprising on-snow training and assessment.
About the programmeProviding the highest level of professional training available in New Zealand, this programme will give you the chance to be taught by pros and graduate with the ability to assume supervisory roles in all sectors of the industry. As the snowsport tourism industry grows and the emphasis on safe participation increases, there is a steady demand for qualified snow safety personnel around the world.
Your expertise could lead to exciting employment opportunities in tourism ventures, numerous ski-field roles, guiding or roading operations. The online nature of this programme ensures that you can fit your study around other commitments.
This programme takes 20 weeks over 1-2 years (part-time) to complete.
Delivery locations- Online
- Wānaka
Entry criteria
Academic requirementsNew Zealand Certificate in Avalanche Risk Management (Level 5) OR equivalent.
English Language requirementsIf English is not your first language, you must provide: New Zealand University Entrance OR New Zealand University Entrance OR Overall Academic IELTS 6.0 (academic, no band score lower than 5.5) achieved in one test completed in the last two years, OR Acceptable alternative evidence of the required IELTS (see here for internationally recognised proficiency tests and proficiency outcomes for international students).
If you need to improve your English Language skills, we offer a wide range of English programmes.
Please note it's preferred that you have evidence of 100 days of using Avalanche Risk Management level 5 skills, preferably in an operational and mentored environment (i.e. work experience).
Selection processAll applicants who meet the entry criteria are eligible for selection.
If the number of applicants exceeds the number of places, students will be placed on a waiting list in the order that they applied.
Want your existing skills recognised?
If you have extensive knowledge and skills due to practical experience in this area, please ask us about our recognition of prior learning process.
You may have already gained credits towards this qualification and could achieve it in a shorter timeframe.
Please email central@op.ac.nz or call 0800 762 786.
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