Professional Practice in Outdoor Leadership (UniSA)

Undergraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
HLTH 3026
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Course ID
207039
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
3
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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No
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University-wide elective course
No
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Single course enrolment
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

In this course, students will develop skills of outdoor leadership through a structured industry placement. Employment and career planning; professional practice placement expectations and preparation; professional development; experiential placement in two or more settings conducting Outdoor Education; critical evaluation of pedagogies and practices in Outdoor Education.

Course learning outcomes

  • Evaluate the outdoor leadership employment opportunities, skills, capabilities and career development required for a successful career in outdoor leadership.
  • Reflect and evaluate own skills and knowledge for safe and effective outdoor leadership practice.
  • Demonstrate minimum threshold skills and knowledge to be safe and competent as an early career Outdoor Educator.
  • Critically evaluate key pedagogies and practices in Outdoor Education.
  • Engage in professional development activities relevant to an Outdoor Education practitioner.

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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