This role has a low level of AI exposure. Core skills such as adaptability, social intelligence, and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
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In Australia, a full time Outdoor Activity Instructor generally earns $1,250 per week ($65,000 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
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This industry has seen strong employment growth in recent years. There are currently 6,800 people employed as an Outdoor Activity Instructor in Australia, compared to 1,400 five years ago. Outdoor Activity Instructors may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
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A Diploma of Outdoor Leadership is an ideal qualification if you’re planning a career as an Outdoor Activity Instructor. This course covers topics including activity planning, risk management, legal compliance, weather and environment interpretation and customer service. You could also consider a Certificate IV in Outdoor Leadership.
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- SISOSKT002 Ski on Intermediate Cross Country Terrain
- Bachelor of Outdoor Education and Environmental Science
- VU21800 Provide First Aid Management of Anaphylaxis
- SIS40621 Certificate IV in Outdoor Leadership
- SISORAF003 Guide a Raft on Grade 4 Rivers
- SISOSKT003 Use Snow Craft Skills for Alpine Touring
- SIS20419 Certificate II in Outdoor Recreation
- SIS50421 Diploma of Outdoor Leadership
- Bachelor of Outdoor Leadership
- HLTAID009 & HLTAID010 & HLTAID011 & HLTAID012 First Aid Plus
- SISOCLM004 Lead Climb Multi Pitches, Natural Surfaces
- SIS30619 Certificate III in Outdoor Leadership
- HLTAID009 & HLTAID010 & HLTAID011 First Aid (Including CPR)
- SISORAF002 Guide a Raft on Grade 3 Rivers
- SISSS00126 Wilderness First Aid
- SISOCLM003 Lead Climb Single Pitches, Natural Surfaces
- SIS40310 Certificate IV in Outdoor Recreation (Instruct 4WDrive Skills)
Outdoor Activity Instructor careers
An Outdoor Activity Instructor provides guidance and instruction to a group of participants in an outdoor activity. You might be working with clients who have never done the activity before or you might provide advanced guidance to more experienced participants. Outdoor Activity Instructors demonstrate safe techniques and ensure equipment is properly set up and maintained.
Outdoor Activity Instructors should have a strong focus on safety and be able to communicate well with participants of all abilities. Interpersonal skills are important and you’ll need to be able to adapt to a range of circumstances. Outdoor Activity Instructors should be physically fit and passionate about the activity they are taking.
