The outdoor adventure industry is in demand for trained graduates. The Diploma in Outdoor Adventure Education (Level 5) will equip graduates with the skills and knowledge to enter the workplace. Students in this programme will learn to operate independently
in outdoor environments to safely instruct or guide a range of activities.
This programme will cover a range of outdoor activities such as:
Learning takes place in class and online with on-site visits and a significant number of practical trips in the field. Field trips can be day trips, an overnight stay or 3-4 days away, where students can put their learning into practice.
The technical equipment needed for pursuit work will be provided by Wintec. Students will need to equip themselves with basic outdoor equipment, including:
Graduates will contribute to the cultural, social, environmental and economic wellbeing of Aotearoa New Zealand.
Note: no value in the pre/co-requisite columns means there are no pre/co-requisites for that module.
| Module Code | Module Name | Level | Credits | Pre-requisites | Co-requisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SPOE501 | Matatiki - Outdoor Tikanga and Kaitiakitanga | 5 | 15 | ||
| SPOE502 | Hautūtanga - Outdoor Leadership | 5 | 15 | ||
| SPOE503 | Human Performance in the Outdoors | 5 | 15 | ||
| SPOE504 | Enviro Safety Management | 5 | 15 | ||
| SPOE505 | Advanced Outdoor Technical Development 1 | 5 | 15 | ||
| SPOE506 | Advanced Outdoor Technical Development 2 | 5 | 15 | ||
| SPOE507 | Outdoor Pursuits Guiding | 5 | 15 | ||
| SPOE508 | Outdoor Workplace Practice - Practicum | 5 | 15 |
Graduates of this qualification may be eligible to apply for full registration on the New Zealand Register of Recreation Professionals (NZRRP).
Graduates may gain employment or become self-employed in roles such as:
Successful graduates of Wintec have gained employment from industry businesses, such as:
Tutors of this programme have previously worked in various roles such as:
This programme is a practical course with paperwork and hands-on learning. Students will spend time learning in the field and practising their skills.
You can apply for this programme if you meet one or more of the below options.
Based on study completed after school (tertiary study)
Based on discretionary entrance
If you don’t meet any of the above options, and you think you have what it takes to complete this programme, you can apply for discretionary entrance. Your application may be accepted if you can demonstrate a good chance of success. Approval of discretionary entrance applications are decided by the relevant manager. If your application is approved, your acceptance into further programmes relies on you demonstrating success in this programme.
Selection criteria
a) Candidates are required in their applications to indicate whether they have had a physical or mental condition. Candidates should be aware that some types of physical or mental conditions may prevent them from participating in physical elements of the programme and/or work experience placements.
b) Candidates admitted into the programme based on discretionary entrance will be required to present a portfolio of relevant experience.
c) Candidates will also be required to:
i) Have a current comprehensive First Aid Certificate or acquire one within three months of commencing the programme; and
ii) Have a level of fitness sufficient to fulfil the practical requirements of the programme.
English language requirements
Candidates who have English as a second language are required to have an International English Language Test System (IELTS) score of 5.5 in the academic band, with no individual band score lower than 5.0; or equivalent.
To check what you need to gain direct entry to a course, review the entry criteria available on each programme page. These assist you in understanding what qualifications or experience are typically required to gain entry. You can contact our team at info@wintec.ac.nz or 0800 2 Wintec at any time for further guidance.
Are you ready for your first day of class? Check out your start date and where you need to be. You can also find useful information about studying at Wintec on our welcome page.
The Wintec Prospectus (otherwise known as a course guide) outlines everything you need to know about Wintec. It contains information about the Wintec campuses, student life, and the programmes that are on offer.
Access your copy of the Wintec Prospectus
The Wintec Prospectus (course guide) is available by downloading the file - click on the document below to access the file. Alternatively, to request a copy via email or the post, please complete the form below.
Leave your details here and we will come back to you:
Wintec is part of Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology Learn More about Wintec Te Pūkenga.
Learn with purpose
