Outward Bound Australia

Training

Preview As a Registered Training Organisation, Outward Bound acts as a support and training provider for the Outdoor Recreation Industry within Australia. The Learning and Development Department trains our current and future staff, and encourages their life-long learning. Our primary focus is the delivery of Nationally Recognised Training in Certificate IV in Outdoor Recreation, which forms part of our Internship program, and aids in the development of future staff members.

Professional Outdoor Leader Internship

Outward Bound's Professional Outdoor Leader Internship is Australia's leading qualification to work in the Outdoor Industry. Outward Bound Australia has produced the most significant number of graduates since the inception of the program in 1999 and consistently receives high levels of feedback from graduates and current students. The Australian and International industry rate Outward Bound employees and graduates as amongst the most skilled, talented and passionate professionals in the industry. This training is considered to be an international benchmark in the professional outdoor training by many Outward Bound schools internationally. This table outlines the key differences between the training and qualifications offered by Outward Bound when compared with the standard qualification offered elsewhere in the industry.
	Standard Certificate IV in Outdoor Recreation	Outward Bound Australia Professional Outdoor Leader Internship (incl. Certificate IV)
Competencies	Core Competencies General/Activity Stream competencies Not every institution offers the full range of competencies and specialisations. TOTAL COST will vary from institution to institution.	Core Competencies General/Activity Stream competencies Competencies in: Abseiling (artificial & natural surfaces) Adventure-based Learning Bushwalking and Navigation Challenge Ropes Courses Environmental Management Flat water Canoeing Horizontal Caving Radio Communications River Rescue Rock Climbing (artificial & natural surfaces) Search & Rescue White Water Canoeing TOTAL VALUE = $4,500
Additional Qualifications	Additional qualifications and ongoing recertification to work in the industry usually coordinated and costs covered by individuals.	Safe Leadership (7 days - $1050) Vertical Rescue (5 days - $795) Ropes Course Construction (3 days - $450) Leaders Wilderness Advanced First Aid - 7 days ($860) Bronze Medallion ($125) Adventure-based Learning and Facilitation Specialisation See notes below on value and for those qualifications which may be attained separately. Some of these qualifications contain competencies required by the Diploma of Outdoor Recreation. TOTAL VALUE = $3,280
Work Experience	Usually coordinated by students.	60 days on-the-job ($2700) On-the-job experience includes a variety of roles, experiences and locations. Work experience has a strong and rich personal development focus both for students and staff. All work experience organised for the students by Outward Bound Australia. TOTAL VALUE =$2,700
Career Pathways	The Standard Certificate IV is the basic requirement for most providers in Australia.	Ongoing full-time employment opportunities with Australia's oldest and most respected Outdoor Experiential Personal Development Provider. International Outdoor Career Pathways through Outward Bound network of Schools in over 30 countries. Outward Bound Australia is the most highly regarded outdoor training school in the OB International network. Employment opportunities with other Australian Outdoor Education providers.
Life Experiences	Most Certificate IV programs are delivered in day mode, requiring students to arrange their own transport to training and work experience locations and provide their own source of accommodation and food, whilst training.	Accommodation, including electricity, rates/water bills and local phone calls($1904) $59.50 per week Meals ($1344) $42 per week (Accommodation and food costs are based on the full 8 months) Travel costs between training locations, including national park fees ($300) Experience the Outward Bound philosophy and educational approach Live as part of a vibrant, international staff community representing 6 continents (Priceless) Access to significant savings on outdoor equipment and clothing through Outward Bound's prodeal arrangement. TOTAL VALUE = ($3,548)
TOTAL INVESTMENT	The cost of a standard Certificate IV in Outdoor Recreation can vary from institution to institution. Costs usually cover basic tuition and not the addition components of living expenses and arranging own work experience.	The TOTAL VALUE of Outward Bound Australia's Professional Outdoor Leader Internship is $14,000. The TOTAL INVESTMENT for Australians is $10,000. The TOTAL INVESTMENT for non-Australians is $14,000 (International Students) *One full scholarship available per intake.

Notes on Advanced Qualifications

Value is based upon cost of delivery of this program with 12 per group. The Safe Leadership, Vertical Rescue and Ropes Course Construction qualifications are not currently available separately.
Leaders Wilderness Advanced First Aid is available separately from WMI. Price quote is at 1/3/2008. Outward Bound Australia requires this high standard of qualification.
Bronze Medallion is available separately from RLSAA. Price quote is at 27/2/2008.

Recruitment Focus

Since the first Certificate IV internship program in September 1999 almost 250 outdoor enthusiasts have began their career in outdoor education at the Outward Bound Australia RTO. Outward Bound Australia staff are trained to a high standard and our internship program has been and continues to be a way of growing our own outdoor educators.
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Expand your Professional Horizons!

Outward Bound trains and employs experienced staff as well as those seeking a new challenge within the Outdoor Industry.

Kick start your outdoor career with internationally recognised training from a respected institution. Outward Bound internships are a great way to get the knowledge...FAST!

Overview of the Internship - East Coast

The Internship program is an intensive 8-month program designed to provide all the necessary skills training, experience and qualifications to become an Outdoor Education Instructor. The program is a Certificate IV in Outdoor Recreation, delivered by Outward Bound, who is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO).
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Professional Development - An Award Winning Employer

The Learning and Development Department at Outward Bound Australia trains their staff and encourages life-long learning. In addition, it is a support and training provider for the Outdoor Recreation Industry within Australia.

Outward Bound Australia became a Registered Training Organisation in 1999, allowing for the scope to deliver Certificates II to IV in Outdoor Recreation, as well as Certificate IV in Training and Assessment. We have since extended our capabilities to include the Diploma in Outdoor Recreation.

Outward Bound consistently produces over 30% of all Certificate IV in Outdoor Recreation Qualifications in Australia, and has a highly regarded reputation.

Internship Selection Criteria

Essentially we are looking for a staff member for more than just the Internship program. We are looking for potential staff that will be the future leaders of Outward Bound Australia.
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Internship Selection Process - Australia/NZ Students

We run two intakes of up to fifteen students per year on the East Coast, in January and June. The next course commences in January 2009.

Selection for Australian/NZ Internship is a three stage process.

Outward Bound Australia is proud to provide opportunities for International students to take part in our Internship program. This program provides all the necessary Nationally Recognised Training, qualifications and work experience required to become an outdoor education personal development Instructor in Australia.
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