New Zealand Diploma in Outdoor and Adventure Education (Multi-skilled) LEVEL 5

Summary

No two days are ever the same with a career in the Adventure Tourism and Guiding industry.

If you want to work in the great outdoors, guiding people on experiences of a lifetime, an ATG qualification can make it happen.

With our Nelson campus being located just a short distance from three national parks, and from rivers, ski fields and caves that are renowned throughout the world by adventurers, you have the ideal classroom right at your feet.

What you will Learn:

You will develop your skills in the following disciplines:

Whitewater rafting
Sea kayaking
Whitewater kayaking
Hiking, tramping & bushwalking
Snowboarding or skiing
Rock climbing
Canyoning

You will also develop many highly transferrable skills that will benefit you no matter where life takes you:

Personal growth
Interpersonal skills
Teamwork
Confidence (in yourself and others)
Risk management
Leadership

and many more.

Programme structure

The programme is structured into 15-credit courses that can be studied full time (part-time in block courses). A combination of on-campus classes and overnight trips are required.

We get started early in the year, to make the most of the summer weather! Our courses are applied and practical in nature. You can expect at least 80% of your learning to take place in the outdoors.

Career opportunities

Outdoor Recreation Guide or Instructor in the fields of:

• Rafting
• Sea Kayaking
• Hiking, tramping and bush walking
• Snowboarding or skiing
• Rock climbing
• Canyoning
• Outdoor educator
• Adventure based learning