all the units in any one of Groups A to AJ, and all the units in any one of Groups AK to AT
the remaining to make up the required 12 elective units from General electives, or any of the above groups; up to 4 of these remaining units may be selected elsewhere in SIS10 , or any current accredited course or other Training Package, and must be first packaged at AQF level 2, 3 or 4.
In all cases, selection of electives must be guided by the job outcome sought, local industry requirements and the characteristics of this qualification (as per the AQF descriptors).
Core
BSBWOR301B
Organise personal work priorities and development
HLTAID003
Provide first aid
SISOODR302A
Plan outdoor recreation activities
SISOODR303A
Guide outdoor recreation sessions
SISOOPS201A
Minimise environmental impact
SISOOPS306A
Interpret weather conditions in the field
SISXCAI306A
Facilitate groups
SISXCCS201A
Provide customer service
SISXEMR201A
Respond to emergency situations
SISXOHS101A
Follow occupational health and safety policies
SISXRSK301A
Undertake risk analysis of activities
TAEDEL301A
Provide work skill instruction
Electives
Group A - Abseiling - Guide - Single Pitch - Artificial Surfaces
SISOABA302A
Apply single pitch abseiling skills on artificial surfaces
SISOABA303A
Establish ropes for abseiling on artificial surfaces
SISOABA304A
Guide abseiling on single pitch artificial surfaces
SISOABN202A
Safeguard an abseiler using a single rope belay system
SISOVTR301A
Perform vertical rescues
Group B - Abseiling - Guide - Single Pitch - Natural Surfaces
SISOABN202A
Safeguard an abseiler using a single rope belay system
SISOABN303A
Apply single pitch abseiling skills on natural surfaces
SISOABN304A
Establish ropes for single pitch abseiling on natural surfaces
SISOABN305A
Guide abseiling on single pitch natural surfaces
SISONAV201A
Demonstrate navigation skills in a controlled environment
SISOVTR301A
Perform vertical rescues
Group C - Bushwalking - Guide - Controlled Environment
PUAOPE002B
Operate communications systems and equipment
SISOBWG201A
Demonstrate bushwalking skills in a controlled environment
SISOBWG303A
Guide bushwalks in a controlled environment
SISONAV201A
Demonstrate navigation skills in a controlled environment
Group D - Canoeing - Guide - Flat Water
SISOCNE202A
Perform deep water rescues
SISOCNE303A
Apply canoeing skills
SISOCNE305A
Guide canoeing trips on flat and undemanding water
SISONAV201A
Demonstrate navigation skills in a controlled environment
Group E - Canoeing - Guide - White Water Grade 2
SISOCNE304A
Apply inland canoeing skills on Grade 2 water
SISOCNE307A
Guide canoeing trips on Grade 2 water
SISONAV201A
Demonstrate navigation skills in a controlled environment
SISOWWR201A
Demonstrate self rescue skills in white water
SISOWWR302A
Demonstrate white water rescues and recoveries
Group F - Canyoning - Guide - Single Pitch
SISCAQU202A
Perform basic water rescues
SISOCAY302A
Apply vertical canyoning skills
SISOCAY303A
Establish belays in canyons
SISOCAY304A
Guide single pitch canyoning trips
SISONAV201A
Demonstrate navigation skills in a controlled environment
SISOVTR301A
Perform vertical rescues
Group G - Caving - Guide - Single Pitch
SISOCVE201A
Demonstrate caving skills
SISOCVE302A
Apply single pitch abseiling skills in caves
SISOCVE303A
Rig a ladder pitch
SISOCVE304A
Apply laddering skills
SISOCVE305A
Apply caving specific single rope techniques
SISOCVE306A
Rig ropes and establish belays in caves
SISOCVE307A
Guide vertical single pitch caving trips
SISOCVE308A
Guide horizontal caving trips
SISOVTR301A
Perform vertical rescues
Group H - Challenge Ropes Course - Conduct High Ropes
SISOABL301A
Assist in the facilitation of adventure-based learning activities
SISOCRP302A
Conduct a high ropes session
Group I - Challenge Ropes Course - Conduct Low Ropes
SISOABL301A
Assist in the facilitation of adventure-based learning activities
SISOCRP301A
Conduct a low ropes session
Group J - Climbing - Guide - Artificial Surfaces - Top Rope
SISOCLA302A
Apply top rope climbing skills on artificial surfaces
SISOCLA303A
Establish belays for climbing on artificial surfaces
SISOCLA311
Guide top rope climbing activities on artificial surfaces
Group K - Climbing - Guide - Natural Surfaces - Top Rope
SISOCLN302A
Apply climbing skills on natural surfaces
SISOCLN303A
Establish belays for climbing on natural surfaces
SISOCLN304A
Guide top rope climbing activities on natural surfaces
SISONAV201A
Demonstrate navigation skills in a controlled environment
SISOVTR301A
Perform vertical rescues
Group L - Cycle Touring - Guide - On-road
SISOCYT201A
Select, set up and maintain a bike
SISOCYT202A
Demonstrate basic cycling skills
SISOCYT303A
Apply on-road cycling skills
SISOCYT304A
Guide on-road cycle tours
TLIH3002A
Plan and navigate routes
Group M - Fishing - Guide
SISOFSH201A
Catch and handle fish
SISOFSH202A
Select, catch and use bait
SISOFSH203A
Select, rig and use terminal tackle
SISOFSH204A
Select, use and maintain fishing tackle outfits
SISOFSH205A
Construct and work simple fishing lures
SISOFSH206A
Locate and attract fish
SISOFSH307A
Guide fishing trips
SISOFSH308A
Instruct fishing skills
Group N - Fishing Equipment
SISOFSH201A
Catch and handle fish
SISOFSH204A
Select, use and maintain fishing tackle outfits
SISOFSH205A
Construct and work simple fishing lures
SISOFSH310A
Tie simple fishing flies
SISOFSH314A
Construct and repair fishing rods
Group O - Fishing Guide - Beach
SISOFSH201A
Catch and handle fish
SISOFSH313A
Catch crabs, prawns and squid
SISOFSH315A
Demonstrate beach fishing skills
SISOOPS303A
Interpret weather for marine environments
Group P - Fishing Guide - Estuary
SISOFSH201A
Catch and handle fish
SISOFSH312A
Demonstrate estuary fishing skills
SISOOPS303A
Interpret weather for marine environments
Group Q - Fishing Guide - Fly
SISOFSH201A
Catch and handle fish
SISOFSH309A
Apply fly fishing skills
SISOFSH310A
Tie simple fishing flies
Group R - Fishing Guide - Freshwater
SISOFSH201A
Catch and handle fish
SISOFSH311A
Demonstrate freshwater fishing skills
Group S - Four Wheel Driving - Guide
SISODRV302A
Drive and recover a 4WD vehicle
SISODRV303A
Guide 4WD tours
TLIB2003A
Carry out vehicle servicing and maintenance
TLIB2004A
Carry out vehicle inspection
TLIH3002A
Plan and navigate routes
Group T - Horse Riding - Arena
AHCLSK309A
Implement animal health control programs
AHCLSK320A
Coordinate and monitor livestock transport
SISOEQO303A
Conduct horse riding sessions in an arena
SISOEQO304A
Apply first aid for horses
SISSEQS303A
Teach the fundamental skills of riding
SISOEQO317
Supervise horse handling
Group U - Horse Riding - Guide Day Rides
AHCLSK309A
Implement animal health control programs
AHCLSK320A
Coordinate and monitor livestock transport
SISOEQO202A
Demonstrate basic horse riding skills
SISOEQO304A
Apply first aid for horses
SISOEQO305A
Ride horses in tracked areas
SISOEQO306A
Guide day horse trail rides in tracked areas
SISOEQO317
Supervise horse handling
Group V - Kayaking - Guide - Flat Water
SISOCNE202A
Perform deep water rescues
SISOKYK302A
Apply kayaking skills
SISOKYK304A
Guide kayaking trips on flat and undemanding water
SISONAV201A
Demonstrate navigation skills in a controlled environment
Group W - Kayaking - Guide - White Water Grade 2
SISOKYK303A
Apply inland kayaking skills on Grade 2 water
SISOKYK305A
Guide kayaking trips on Grade 2 water
SISONAV201A
Demonstrate navigation skills in a controlled environment
SISOWWR201A
Demonstrate self rescue skills in white water
SISOWWR302A
Demonstrate white water rescues and recoveries
Group X - Mountain Biking - Guide
SISOCYT202A
Demonstrate basic cycling skills
SISOMBK201A
Demonstrate basic off-road cycling skills
SISOMBK302A
Apply advanced off-road cycling skills
SISOMBK303A
Guide off-road cycle tours
SISONAV302A
Apply navigation skills in an intermediate environment
Group Y - Personal Water Craft - Guide
SISOPWC303A
Ride personal water craft in moderate to difficult conditions
SISOPWC304A
Guide tours using personal water craft
Group Z - Rafting Guide - Moving Water
SISONAV201A
Demonstrate navigation skills in a controlled environment
SISORAF301A
Guide a raft on moving water
SISOWWR201A
Demonstrate self rescue skills in white water
Group AA - SCUBA - Advanced
SISOSCB301A
SCUBA dive in open water to a maximum depth of 18 metres
SISOSCB302A
Complete night dives
SISOSCB303A
Complete deep dives to between 18 and 40 metres
SISOSCB304A
Navigate prescribed routes underwater
Group AB - SCUBA - Dive Guide
SISCAQU202A
Perform basic water rescues
SISOSCB301A
SCUBA dive in open water to a maximum depth of 18 metres
SISOSCB306A
Perform diver rescues
SISOSCB308A
Guide a SCUBA dive
SISOSNK201A
Demonstrate snorkelling activities
SISOSNK302A
Guide snorkelling
Group AC - SCUBA - Master Diver
SISOSCB301A
SCUBA dive in open water to a maximum depth of 18 metres
SISOSCB302A
Complete night dives
SISOSCB303A
Complete deep dives to between 18 and 40 metres
SISOSCB304A
Navigate prescribed routes underwater
SISOSCB305A
Complete underwater search and recovery dives
SISOSCB306A
Perform diver rescues
Group AD - SCUBA - Open Water
SISOSCB301A
SCUBA dive in open water to a maximum depth of 18 metres
SISOSCB306A
Perform diver rescues
SISOSCB313A
Complete computer aided dives
Group AE - Skiing - Ski Touring - Guide - Day
SISONAV302A
Apply navigation skills in an intermediate environment
SISOSKT303A
Day ski tour away from a patrolled area
SISOSKT304A
Guide day ski tours
SISOSKT305A
Apply snow craft skills for day touring
Group AF - Snorkelling - Guide
SISCAQU202A
Perform basic water rescues
SISOSNK201A
Demonstrate snorkelling activities
SISOSNK302A
Guide snorkelling
Group AG - Snowboarding - Guide - Day
SISONAV302A
Apply navigation skills in an intermediate environment
SISOSKB302A
Snowboard on intermediate terrain
SISOSKB303A
Guide day snowboarding activities
SISOSKT305A
Apply snow craft skills for day touring
Group AH - Surfing - Guide - Basic
SISOSRF202A
Demonstrate basic surfing manoeuvres in controlled conditions
SISOSRF303A
Perform intermediate level surfing manoeuvres
SISOSRF304A
Perform simple rescues in moderate surf conditions
SISOSRF305A
Guide surfing sessions
Group AI - Trail Bike Riding - Guide - Advanced
SISONAV302A
Apply navigation skills in an intermediate environment
SISOTBR201A
Select, set up and maintain an off-highway motorcycle
SISOTBR303A
Apply advanced off-highway motorcycling skills
SISOTBR304A
Guide off-highway motorcycle tours
Group AJ - Yachting - Windsurfing
SISOYSA302A
Apply enhanced windsurfing skills in moderate conditions
SISOYSA303A
Use a sailboard in stronger winds
Group AK - Boating
MEM50008B
Carry out trip preparation and planning
MEM50009B
Safely operate a mechanically powered recreational boat
MEM50010B
Respond to boating emergencies and incidents
SISOOPS303A
Interpret weather for marine environments
Group AL - Community Development
SISCCRD301A
Facilitate community development through recreational activities
SISCCRD302A
Recruit and manage volunteers
Group AM - Disability
CHCDIS301C
Work effectively with people with a disability
CHCDIS400C
Provide care and support
SISCCRO303A
Plan and conduct recreation programs for older persons
Group AN - Interpretation - Cultural
SITTGDE101
Interpret aspects of local Australian Indigenous culture
SITTGDE304
Prepare and present tour commentaries or activities
SITTGDE306
Research and share general information on Australian Indigenous cultures
SITTGDE401
Coordinate and operate a tour
Group AO - Interpretation - Cultural and Heritage Environments
SISOINT302A
Develop specialist resources for interpretive activities
SITTGDE304
Prepare and present tour commentaries or activities
SITTGDE309
Prepare specialised interpretive content on cultural and heritage environments
SITTGDE401
Coordinate and operate a tour
Group AP - Interpretation - Flora, Fauna and Landscape
SISOINT302A
Develop specialist resources for interpretive activities
SITTGDE304
Prepare and present tour commentaries or activities
SITTGDE307
Prepare specialised interpretive content on flora, fauna and landscape
SITTGDE401
Coordinate and operate a tour
Group AQ - Interpretation - Marine Environments
SISOINT302A
Develop specialist resources for interpretive activities
SITTGDE304
Prepare and present tour commentaries or activities
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Entry Requirements
Entry to this qualification by persons without prior outdoor recreation industry experience or formal qualifications is not recommended.
Examples of sufficient relevant skills and knowledge for entry into the qualification may include:
Previous qualification at the AQF level below
Previous experience in the outdoor recreation industry and interest in outdoor pursuits
Entry into this qualification and progression between qualification levels will be based on the professional judgement of the RTO, in consultation with the individual.
Licensing Information
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of endorsement.
Employability Skills
QUALIFICATION SUMMARY
The following table contains a summary of the employability skills required by the outdoor recreation industry for this qualification. The employability skills facets described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on packaging options.
Employability Skill
Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:
Communication
Communicating with clients and colleagues to determine and interpret their specific requirements; understanding verbal and written information on guiding outdoor recreation activities; providing clear verbal instructions to clients when guiding; effectively using body language and demonstration to reinforce technique instruction; empathising and negotiating acceptable solutions to client requests and complaints to ensure a positive recreation experience.
Initiative and enterprise
Adjusting work procedures to differences in equipment and facilities and changes in work environment (e.g. tides, weather and water conditions); taking correct action and following established procedures on discovery of an actual or potential emergency or safety hazard; accommodating client differences when guiding outdoor recreation activities.
Learning
Knowing the structure of networks and sources of information within the outdoor recreation industry; keeping well informed of updates and changes to organisational policies, procedures and regulations; seeking information on new and innovative outdoor recreation activity programs; accessing professional development opportunities to strengthen own skill base and contributing to a learning environment through openly sharing knowledge and experiences.
Planning and organising
Collecting, analysing and recording information to allow for the efficient planning of outdoor recreation activities; setting work priorities and scheduling programs to avoid conflicts and avoid duplication of resources; following organisation policies and procedures to plan and deliver outdoor recreation activity programs in an efficient manner and minimise environmental impact.
Problem-solving
Identifying hazards and risks that may arise during outdoor recreation activities; mitigating problems by making variations to the activity that are within scope of responsibility; interpreting weather in the field; clarifying the extent of, and resolving problems through negotiating with clients in a sensitive and culturally appropriate manner; taking responsibility for seeking assistance from colleagues to resolve issues and to manage contingencies;.
Self-management
Understanding the boundaries of own role and correctly determining when assistance from colleagues is required; time management to complete tasks in accordance with agreed deadlines; seeking and acting on feedback from supervisors, colleagues and clients to improve own work performance.
Teamwork
Working as a skilled team member, facilitating a group to meet client expectations and dealing appropriately with conflict; receiving instructions and understanding own role in guiding outdoor recreation activities; supporting other staff to provide quality outdoor recreation experiences for clients.
Technology
Understanding the operating capability of computer systems, software and equipment that assists in the planning and delivery of outdoor recreation activities; safely using and maintaining outdoor recreation equipment according to manufacturer's specifications and organisation policies and procedures.