Level 3 Outdoor Education - Akoranga i Waho Toru (OED303)

In this course students will build on the skills learnt in Year 11 and Year 12 that are required to participate safely and confidently in more challenging outdoor education activities. These include risk assessment and management, leadership in outdoor adventure, and how participation in outdoor education activities can enhance all areas of Hauora. Participation in all activities will be compulsory. 

We are incredibly lucky to live in a country with so many outdoor adventure experiences on our doorstep, however many of our students don’t get the opportunity to experience these adventures for a variety of reasons. Outdoor adventure is such a huge part of New Zealand culture and something we should all have the opportunity to experience. 

In Year 13 Outdoor Education, you will be exposed to more challenging outdoor education activities and will have the opportunity to take on leadership roles within some of these activities (trips and activities yet to be finalised). You will learn the necessary skills and knowledge to participate actively and confidently in less familiar environments. You will also continue to participate in regular mountain biking sessions as well as exploring the local environment through hiking.

All activities require a base level of fitness and a positive attitude. Not only will you have the opportunity to experience fun and exciting activities, you will also be learning valuable skills to build confidence leading family and peers in these activities. 

Having the opportunity to initially experience the outdoors in a safe, school environment will give you the confidence to continue these activities out of school. The valuable, initial experience will develop knowledge and understanding of the outdoors that can be shared with family and peers.

Year 13 Outdoor Education is a university approved subject and there are no external assessments or end of year exams associated with this course. 

Students can select both Level 3 Outdoor Education, Physical Education and Sport Studies but must understand there is some overlap in the standards assessed.