Albany Senior High School/Coursebook/3OUT

What is this course about?
At the heart of outdoor education is adventure. Adventure activities foster students' personal and social development through experiences involving co-operation, trust, problem solving, decision making, goal setting, communication, leadership, resilience and critical reflection. These skills are transferable and will enhance learning occuring in other specialist subjects as well as assisting students to strive and survive in a 21 st century world. Students will also be encouraged to become active, safe and skilled in the outdoors, and to protect and care for the environment. A part of this course will also involve students participating in a conservation project within the local community.

It should be noted that this course will involve a number of days out in the practical environment. Students must be aware that some of the camps and assessments may take place after school and in weekends.

This is a practical based subject with a theory component. This is not a university approved subject as there is only one Achievement Standard are being offered, with the majority of asssessments being unit standards.

What standards can I enter?
== What will I learn? ==

Rock climbing:

You will learn how to belay others, complete safety checks, identify hazards and manage risks as well as learning climbing techniques. Practical climbing sessions will take place at Birkenhead Leisure Centre with an afternoon also spent climbing outdoors at the quarry in Mt Eden. There will be a camp at Wharepapa South during Term 1 to assess your rock climbing skills.

Trip Planning:

Sea Kayaking:

Half of the year will be dedicated to crafting this skill!!! You will learn the different paddle strokes, how to rescue yourselves and others, how to surf in a kayak as well as investigate health and safety issues assocaited with sea kayaking. Lucas Creek, Long Bay, Orewa beach and Wenderholm will be your classroom! You will be challenged physical and mentally during the learning process, however goal setting, team work, a 'can do' attitude and perseverance will get you through! There will be a number of practical kayaking sessions outside of 'normal' classtime, as well as a week long camp at Great Barrier Island.

Assessment and NZQA Information

 * There are no reassessment opportunities so make sure that you are well prepared.
 * There is a process for appeals on internal grades. All work submitted for achievement or unit standards must be your own. If you miss an assessment for any reason you must fill in a Missed assessment form, (available at Reception) or http://intranet.ashs.school.nz/mod/book/view.php?id=312&amp;chapterid=87

Scholarship opportunities
Unfortunately scholarship is not offered in Outdoor Education at present.

Frequently asked questions:
Do I need special equipment/gear for this course?

It is recommended that you have your own set of thermal tops and bottoms and water proof pants and jacket.

Can I do both Level 3 Physical Education and Outdoor Education?

Yes!! There is no reason why you cannot do both subjects, in fact many students in the past have done so. If PE and Outdoor Edcuation are subjects that you are passionate about and do well in, then you should take both of them.

Is Outdoor Education a University Approved Subject?

No, however the credits that you gain in Outdoor Education do go towards the pool of 60 credits that you need to gain a Level 3 certificate.

Do I have to pay for this course?

The cost of the course is $625 for the full year. This is all inclusive and will cover the expenses associated with trips and camps such as transport, food, accommodation,instructors fees and equipment etc. Please note that this fee is less than half the actual cost of the course as it has been heavily subsidised by the school and STAR funding.