Outdoor Education
Outdoor Education
LEVEL ONE
Code: L1OED
Course of Study
You will have the opportunity to improve personal skills such as self confidence, responsibility, setting goals, meeting new challenges, resilience, trust, communication, teamwork, leadership and environmental awareness. We will use the outdoor mediums of flat water kayaking on either the pool or lake, adventure based learning, low and high ropes, rock climbing, tramping and navigation.
You will also learn trip preparation and planning skills, health and safety considerations, and weather interpretation.
Students will need to have a willingness to learn and get along with others. Having the ability to swim 50m is an advantage.
Assessment
Between 15 and 18 Level 1 Unit standard credits. Individual unit standards will be confirmed at the start of the year.
Costs
Approximately $450 donation which will cover Peel Forest instructors, gear and transport. There is potentially an optional extra day of skiing at a local ski field which would be an additional cost for students who choose to go on it.
Entry Criteria
Is open to Year 11 students who have an interest in Outdoor Education. Entry to this course is at the discretion of the Head of Outdoor Education and the Principal. Factors taken into account may include behaviour, attitudes and attendance prior to application. There needs to be a commitment from the student to attend afternoon sessions and the outdoor trips to gain the full benefit from the programme. Safety and quality of the programme is very important. This will create a safe space for everyone.
LEVEL TWO
Code: L2OED
Course of Study
You will have the opportunity to improve personal skills such as self-confidence, responsibility, risk management, setting goals and meeting challenges, communication, teamwork, leadership and environmental awareness. You also learn physical skills in areas of kayaking, high ropes, rafting, rock climbing, abseiling, service, and bush-craft. You will not miss a great deal of school time as there is an afternoon dedicated to Outdoor Education. There is a two-day tramp at the start of the year. Expect one week away from school at the end of Term 1 kayaking and tramping. You will be expected to keep up with your school work following the Outdoor Education trips.
Assessment
Unit Standards at Level 2: up to 18 credits. Specific unit standards will be confirmed at the beginning of the year.
Costs
Approximately $600 donation. Full payment of the donation will be required before the first expedition in Term 1.
Entry Criteria
Is open to Year 12 students who have an interest in Outdoor Education. Entry to this course is at the discretion of the Head of Outdoor Education and the Principal. Students must have a history of respecting and understanding health and safety expectations. Other factors taken into account may include behaviour, attitudes and attendance prior to application. There needs to be a commitment from the student to attend afternoon sessions and the outdoor trips to gain the full benefit from the programme.
LEVEL THREE
Code: L3OED
Course of Study
This course will build on Level 1 and 2 courses. The focus will be the development of rafting skills which will build to a five day trip to Murchison rivers. Those who have completed yr 12 will have the option of kayaking on grade two white water. Rock climbing and abseiling with a focus on extending skills both climbing and with rescues. Students will research a three day tramp to explore. Weather and snow condition permitting we will plan to go snow caving on Mt Dobson. There will be lots of opportunities for students to develop their leadership skills. Service and maintenance will be incorporated into the programme.
Costs
TBC but will be similar to last year.
Entry Criteria
Is open to Year 13 students who have an interest in Outdoor Education. Direct entry will be considered even if you have not completed level 1 or 2 Outdoor Education. You will need to discuss this with Mr Titchener. Entry to this course is at the discretion of the Head of Outdoor Education and the Principal. Students must have a history of respecting and understanding health and safety expectations. Other factors taken into account may include behaviour, attitudes and attendance prior to application. There needs to be a commitment from the student to attend afternoon sessions and the outdoor trips to gain the full benefit from the programme.
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