NZOIA 4YA - 16 June 2017 | 2018 Course Calendar!

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Hillary Outdoors Internship | Hillary Outdoors Tongariro have had a last minute cancellation for their internship programme, so an exciting opportunity has become available for a person seeking industry experience. The ideal candidate would be someone who has a range of outdoor skills, such as those provided by a polytechnic course, but lacks industry experience to gain meaningful employment. The internship programme runs for six months and commences on 3 July 2017.

Freelance Instructors | First Step Outdoors, a small adventure operator on Mount Pirongia, are looking for freelance staff for their upcoming summer season starting in November 2017. Their range of activities include climbing/abseiling, caving, kayaking, zip line & archery.

TRoQ Alpine and Avalanche Consultation

Skills Active are seeking feedback on the newly developed programme, unit standards and programme guidance and conditions documentation for the NZ Certificate in Alpine (Level 5 and 6) and Avalanche (Level 5). NZOIA has been involved in the development of these and has an agreement with Skills Active to align to the new Alpine qualifications, so it is important that you have your say as an individual. If you would like to summarise your thoughts to NZOIA then please send feedback directly to Ben Corcoran at ben@mountainexploration.co.nz.

NZOIA will be using some of the Unit Standards from the New Zealand Certificate in Avalanche Risk Management (Level 5) as a limited credit programme which will take the place of the MSC Back Country Avalanche Risk Management (BARM) which is a pre-requisite to Alpine 1. So again it is important you look at this material and provide feedback to Skills Active.

If you would like to summarise your thoughts to NZOIA then please send feedback directly to Ben Corcoran at ben@mountainexploration.co.nz. Ben is running a review of the Alpine qualifications whilst engaging in the TRoQ process. Consultation closes 5 pm Monday 26 June 2017

NZ Certificate in Outdoor Leadership | Alpine (Level 5 & 6)
NZ Certificate in Avalanche Risk Management (Level 5)

Outdoor Industry Advisory Group

The recruitment and retention of skilled staff is a significant issue for most operators within the Outdoors sector throughout the country. With burgeoning tourist numbers, this is getting more challenging.

Skills Active are setting up an industry advisory group for the outdoor sector to help address this. This group will help advise Skills Active and the outdoor sector in general on training pathways and how to attract and retain staff. Our sector needs to work harder to get and keep the people we need but workable strategies aren't always obvious or clear. If you are interested in developing these strategies send an expression of interest to Matt Cowie at Skills Active by the end of today.
For more information on the Outdoor Industry Advisory Group and instructions for expressions of interest click here.

Mid South Outdoor Activity Providers Meeting - Hosted by NZRA

Friday 23 June, 2pm-5pm, St Martins Scout Hall, 297 Centaurus Road, Christchurch.

Discuss challenges or opportunities that face the outdoor activity sector. A great opportunity to network, compare notes and share solutions with others in the outdoors. Let the NZ Recreation Association know how to support your organisation more effectively.

To register for this free networking opportunity click here.

Let's Celebrate

Diversity Scholarship Recipient!

We received some great applications this year for NZOIA's Diversity Scholarship to attend the Symposium.

We are please to announce and congratulate Amelia Grant who is the recipient for 2017!

Amelia (Mop) is a 22 year old female who completed the Diploma at Aoraki Polytechnic (now ARA) in 2015. Since graduating Mop has worked the summer seasons guiding in Fiordland with GO Orange Kayaks. She holds NZOIA Rock 1 and Kayak Leader. Her referee noted that Mop sets high expectations of herself and those that work around her to produce a streamlined professional experience. She will be a force to be reckoned with and one to keep an eye on in our Industry!

This scholarship has been kindly sponsored by NZOIA Member Matthew Bennett for the last three years.

FAQ

Q: Whats the difference between Revalidation and Registration?

A: Outdoor leaders, instructors and guides who hold NZOIA qualifications are required to follow NZOIA’s revalidation and registration process to keep their qualifications valid and skills and knowledge up to date.

Revalidation is the process by which qualification holders are evaluated by NZOIA assessors on a three-yearly basis to see whether they are up to date and able to lead, guide or instruct at the current standard of accepted good practice.

Registration is recognition of individuals’ valid qualifications by listing them and the expiry date on the NZOIA Registration Database and issuing a registration card. This is a publicly accessible database that lists outdoor leaders, instructors and guides and their current qualifications. Registration is completed as part of the annual membership renewal process.

Some more pics of the Canyon 2 Assessment back in Feb.
I'd hate to think how cold that water is now!!
Photo credit: Russell Hodgson

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