Chisholm Outdoor Leadership Specialisation – Bushwalking (Tracked / Easy untracked)

Learn to manage and lead groups confidently and safely in a range of environments

Tracked or easy untracked bushwalking is described in the Outdoor Recreation Training Package as:

“Tracked or easy untracked areas are reliably marked on maps and are obvious on the ground, tracks are inspected on a regular basis and road or other safe collecting features are easily reached within 2 hours by applying elementary navigation principles”

This module covers leadership and guiding skills, navigation, group management and decision making. Students must be largely self responsible whilst developing the skills to consider the potential needs of the rest of the group.

Students will experience a 3 day bushwalk at the Cathedral Ranges followed by a 5 day walk in the Australian Alps.

Bushwalking Skills Module: Field dates 2011

To be confirmed. This Module will take place in the second half of 2011

Theory: 3 by 4 hours theory sessions. 6-10PM. Chisholm Frankston
Day 1, 2, 3 - Overnight Bushwalk; Cathedral Ranges
Day 4, 5,6,7,8 – Overnight Bushwalk. Mt Bogong

Bushwalking Skills Module: Units of Competency

SROBWG001A
Demonstrate bushwalking skills in tracked or easy untracked areas
SROBWG002A
Demonstrate bushwalking skills in difficult or trackless areas

Pre requisites: Completion of the COLS Foundation Module.

Assessment. A combination of written work and practical demonstrations in the field. Attendance on all field trips is required.

Bushwalking Skills Module Fees

*Funded - Approximately $600. To be confirmed.
Non funded - $ Price on application .

*Fee Structure
Funded positions are available to enrolling students who have not previously completed a Diploma or Degree in any subject area. Non funded course prices are available upon request

Recognition of Prior Learning.

If you hold a Statement of Attainment with the required Units of Competency with a completion date no longer than 12 months prior to the COLS enrolment date a credit transfer will apply at no cost.

If the completion date is 12 months or more or if you do not hold any Statement of Attainment relevant to your specialist activity but have relevant skills or Industry experience you will be required to:

• Attend the assessment day for your chosen activity
• Attend a RPL meeting with Chisholm staff
• Sit a written test.
• Submit a personal log
• Submit any supporting documentation
• Submit third party testimony from employers, clubs etc
• Pay the RPL fee

To become a Bushwalking Guide (easy tracked / untracked) you must……

• Complete all 3 pre requisite modules: Foundation, Bushwalking Skills and Leadership
• Enrol in the Guide Module
• Complete your COLS Practical Placement Work Book.
• Complete a Level 2 First Aid Course
• Complete all personal Log Book Requirements.

We have a limited number of places in each course and applicants will be accepted on the basis of suitability and date of application... Apply Now!!

Where? Victoria, Australia

Venue : Chisholm Institute

Cost : Available on application

Start Date : 01.07.2011

End Date : 01.12.2011

Applications Due Date : 01.07.2011

Contact...

Rob Smith
Chisholm Institute

Office:(03) 92388403
Mobile: 0429330599

Email : robert.smith@chisholm.edu.au
Website : http://www.adventurepro.com.au/chisholm/cols.htm