SIS50421 – Diploma of Outdoor Leadership (Release 1)
This qualification reflects the role of highly skilled senior leaders or program, logistics and operations managers. Senior leaders lead and supervise dependent participants in recreational activities and have a role in planning these activities. They are highly proficient in activity techniques and have well-developed leadership skills to manage group participation, cohesion, operational logistics, risk and significant problems as they arise.
Managers are involved in recreational program planning, implementation and evaluation, facility and equipment management, the leadership of personnel, and the operational management of a department or a small business.
All work with significant autonomy, using initiative and judgement to analyse and solve complex problems, and to design systematic approaches to operational practices.
This qualification provides pathway to work for any type of organisation that delivers outdoor recreation activities including commercial, not-for-profit and government organisations.
The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.
The specific packaging rules can be found at training.gov.au.
Core Units (13)
| HLTWHS004 | Manage work health and safety |
| PUAOPE013 | Operate communications systems and equipment |
| SISOPLN002 | Plan outdoor activity sessions |
| SISOPLN003 | Develop outdoor recreation programs |
| SISOPLN004 | Identify hazards, assess and control risks for outdoor recreation activities |
| SISOPLN005 | Interpret weather and environmental conditions for outdoor recreation activities |
| SISOPLN006 | Plan for minimal environmental impact |
| SISOPLN007 | Manage risk for outdoor programs |
| SISXCAI006 | Facilitate groups |
| SISXCCS002 | Coordinate client service activities |
| SISXEMR002 | Coordinate emergency responses |
| SISXIND005 | Coordinate work teams or groups |
| SISXIND008 | Manage legal compliance in sport and recreation |
Elective Units (15): all the units in any two groups A to AE, Group AF elsewhere in the SIS Training Package, or from any other current Training Package or accredited course. The selection of electives must be guided by the job outcome sought, local industry requirements and the complexity of skills appropriate to the AQF level of this qualification. Electives which appear in italics have prerequisite units of competency, which are also listed within their appropriate group.
Elective Units (15)
Group A: Abseiling, Natural Surfaces, Multi Pitch
| SISOABS004 | Abseil multi pitches, natural surfaces |
| SISOABS007 | Establish ropes for multi pitch abseiling on natural surfaces |
| SISOABS010 | Lead multi pitch abseiling activities on natural surfaces |
| SISOFLD006 | Navigate in tracked environments |
| SISORSC002 | Perform vertical rescues |
| SISORSC003 | Perform complex vertical rescues |
Group B: Bushwalking, Difficult Tracked Environments, Rivers
| SISOBWG002 | Bushwalk in difficult tracked environments |
| SISOBWG004 | Cross rivers during bushwalks |
| SISOBWG006 | Lead bushwalks in difficult tracked environments |
| SISOFLD007 | Navigate in difficult tracked environments |
Group C: Bushwalking, Extremely Difficult Tracked and Untracked Environments
| SISOBWG003 | Bushwalk in extremely difficult tracked and untracked environments |
| SISOBWG004 | Cross rivers during bushwalks |
| SISOBWG007 | Lead bushwalks in extremely difficult tracked and untracked environments |
| SISOFLD008 | Navigate in extremely difficult tracked and untracked environments |
Group D: Canyoning, Easy to Intermediate
| SISOCAY001 | Traverse canyonsactivities |
| SISOCAY002 | Abseil in easy to intermediate canyons |
| SISOCAY004 | Establish ropes and belays for abseils in easy to intermediate canyons |
| SISOCAY006 | Lead canyoning activities, easy to intermediate canyons |
| SISOFLD007 | Navigate in difficult tracked environments |
| SISORSC002 | Perform vertical rescues |
Group E: Canyoning, Intermediate to Advanced
| SISOCAY001 | Traverse canyons |
| SISOCAY003 | Abseil in intermediate to advanced canyons |
| SISOCAY005 | Establish ropes and belays for abseils in intermediate to advanced canyons |
| SISOCAY007 | Lead canyoning activities, intermediate to advanced canyons |
| SISOFLD007 | Navigate in difficult tracked environments |
| SISORSC002 | Perform vertical rescues |
| SISORSC003 | Perform complex vertical rescues |
Group F: Challenge Course, Low elements
| SISOABL002 | Facilitate adventure-based learning activities |
| SISOCHC001 | Lead challenge course sessions, low elements |
| SISOCHC002 | Set up and supervise challenge course sessions, low elements |
| SISOCHC005 | Manage challenge course |
| SISXFAC004 | Coordinate facility and equipment acquisition and maintenance |
Group G: Challenge Course, High elements
| SISOABL002 | Facilitate adventure-based learning activities |
| SISOCHC003 | Lead challenge course sessions, high elements |
| SISOCHC004 | Set up and supervise challenge course sessions, high elements |
| SISOCHC005 | Manage challenge course |
| SISXFAC004 | Coordinate facility and equipment acquisition and maintenance |
Group H: Climbing, Natural Surfaces, Top Rope
| SISOCLM002 | Top rope climb single pitches, natural surfaces |
| SISOCLM006 | Establish belays for single pitch climbing on natural surfaces |
| SISOCLM009 | Lead single pitch climbing activities on natural surfaces, top rope climbing |
| SISOFLD006 | Navigate in tracked environments |
| SISORSC002 | Perform vertical rescues |
Group I: Climbing, Natural Surfaces, Lead, Single Pitch
| SISOCLM003 | Lead climb single pitches, natural surfaces |
| SISOCLM006 | Establish belays for single pitch climbing on natural surfaces |
| SISOCLM010 | Lead single pitch climbing activities on natural surfaces, lead climbing |
| SISOFLD006 | Navigate in tracked environments |
| SISORSC002 | Perform vertical rescues |
Group J: Climbing, Natural Surfaces, Lead, Multi Pitch
| SISOCLM004 | Lead climb multi pitches, natural surfaces |
| SISOCLM007 | Establish belays for multi pitch climbing on natural surfaces |
| SISOCLM011 | Lead multi pitch climbing activities on natural surfaces, lead climbing |
| SISOFLD007 | Navigate in difficult tracked environments |
| SISORSC002 | Perform vertical rescues |
| SISORSC003 | Perform complex vertical rescues |
Group K: Canoeing, Moving Water
| SISOCNE002 | Paddle a canoe on inland flatwater |
| SISOCNE003 | Paddle a canoe on moving water up to grade 1 rivers |
| SISOCNE005 | Lead canoeing activities on inland flatwater |
| SISOCNE006 | Lead canoeing activities on moving water up to grade 1 rivers |
| SISOFLD006 | Navigate in tracked environments |
Group L: Canoeing, White Water
| SISOCNE004 | Paddle a canoe on grade 2 rivers |
| SISOCNE007 | Lead canoeing activities on grade 2 rivers |
| SISOFLD006 | Navigate in tracked environments |
| SISORSC004 | Self rescue in white water |
| SISORSC005 | Rescue others in white water |
Group M: Cycle Touring, On Road
| SISOCYT001 | Set up, maintain and repair bicycles |
| SISOCYT003 | Ride bicycles on roads, up to moderate terrain and heavy traffic |
| SISOCYT007 | Lead cycling activities on roads, up to moderate terrain and heavy traffic |
| TLIH3002 | Plan and navigate routes |
Group N: Cycling Touring, Off Road Intermediate Trails
| SISOCYT001 | Set up, maintain and repair bicycles |
| SISOCYT005 | Ride off road bicycles on intermediate trails |
| SISOCYT009 | Lead off road cycling activities on intermediate trails |
| SISOFLD007 | Navigate in difficult tracked environments |
Group O: Four Wheel Driving
| FWPCOT3260 | Recover four wheel drive vehicles |
| FWPFGM3214 | Operate a four wheel drive in a towing situation |
| MSS024023 | Navigate in urban, regional and remote areas |
| SISODRV002 | Lead four wheel driving activities |
| TLIB0002 | Carry out vehicle inspection |
| TLIB2003 | Carry out vehicle servicing and maintenance |
| TLIC2025 | Operate four wheel drive vehicle |
Group P: Horse Trail Riding, Untracked
| RGRPSH308 | Provide first aid and emergency care for horses or other equines |
| SISOEQU001 | Handle horses |
| SISOEQU002 | Ride horses using fundamental skills |
| SISOEQU004 | Ride horses on untracked trail rides |
| SISOEQU006 | Guide horse trail rides in untracked areas |
| SISOEQU010 | Identify hazards, assess and control safety risks for horse handling and riding activities |
| SISOEQU011 | Manage horse illness and injury in remote areas |
| SISOFLD008 | Navigate in extremely difficult tracked and untracked environments |
Group Q: Horse Handling and Riding Instruction, Advanced
| SISOEQU001 | Handle horses |
| SISOEQU007 | Instruct horse handling skills |
| SISOEQU008 | Instruct fundamental horse riding skills |
| SISOEQU009 | Instruct the advancement of recreational horse riding skills |
| SISOEQU010 | Identify hazards, assess and control safety risks for horse handling and riding activities |
Group R: Horse Care
| ACMHBR310 | Prevent and treat equine injury and disease |
| RGRPSH308 | Provide first aid and emergency care for horses or other equines |
| SISOEQU014 | Determine nutritional requirements for sport or recreational horses |
Group S: Horse Management
| SISOEQU001 | Handle horses |
| SISOEQU010 | Identify hazards, assess and control safety risks for horse handling and riding activities |
| SISOEQU012 | Assess horses for sport or recreational performance |
| SISOEQU013 | Condition horses for sport or recreational performance |
| SISOEQU014 | Determine nutritional requirements for sport or recreational horses |
| SISOEQU015 | Acquire and educate horses for sport or recreational programs |
Group T: Kayaking, Moving Water
| SISOFLD006 | Navigate in tracked environments |
| SISOKYK001 | Paddle a kayak on inland flatwater |
| SISOKYK002 | Paddle a kayak on moving water up to grade 1 rivers |
| SISOKYK005 | Lead kayaking activities on inland flatwater |
| SISOKYK006 | Lead kayaking activities on moving water up to grade 1 rivers |
Group U: Kayaking, White Water, Grade 2 Rivers
| SISOFLD006 | Navigate in tracked environments |
| SISOKYK003 | Paddle a kayak on grade 2 rivers |
| SISOKYK007 | Lead kayaking activities on grade 2 rivers |
| SISORSC004 | Self rescue in white water |
| SISORSC005 | Rescue others in white water |
Group V: Kayaking, White Water, Grade 3 Rivers
| SISOFLD006 | Navigate in tracked environments |
| SISOKYK004 | Paddle a kayak on grade 3 rivers |
| SISOKYK008 | Lead kayaking activities on grade 3 rivers |
| SISORSC004 | Self rescue in white water |
| SISORSC005 | Rescue others in white water |
| SISORSC006 | Lead and participate in complex white water rescues |
Group W: Sea Kayaking
| SISOFLD005 | Navigate waterway courses |
| SISOKYS001 | Paddle a sea kayak in enclosed waters |
| SISOKYS002 | Paddle a sea kayak in sheltered coastal waters |
| SISOKYS004 | Lead sea kayaking activities in enclosed waters |
| SISOKYS005 | Lead sea kayaking activities in sheltered coastal waters |
Group X: Sea Kayaking, Exposed Waters
| SISOFLD005 | Navigate waterway courses |
| SISOKYS003 | Paddle a sea kayak in exposed coastal waters |
| SISOKYS006 | Lead sea kayaking activities in exposed coastal waters |
Group Y: Rafting, Grade 3 Rivers
| SISOFLD006 | Navigate in tracked environments |
| SISORAF002 | Guide a raft on grade 3 rivers |
| SISORAF005 | Lead rafting activities on grade 3 rivers |
| SISORSC004 | Self rescue in white water |
| SISORSC005 | Rescue others in white water |
| SISORSC006 | Lead and participate in complex white water rescues |
Group Z: Rafting, Grade 4 Rivers
| SISOFLD006 | Navigate in tracked environments |
| SISORAF003 | Guide a raft on grade 4 rivers |
| SISORAF006 | Lead rafting activities on grade 4 rivers |
| SISORSC004 | Self rescue in white water |
| SISORSC005 | Rescue others in white water |
| SISORSC006 | Lead and participate in complex white water rescues |
Group AA: SCUBA Dive using Enriched Air Nitrox
| SISOSCB001 | SCUBA dive in open water to a maximum depth of 18 metres |
| SISOSCB007 | Inspect and fill SCUBA cylinders |
| SISOSCB008 | SCUBA dive using Enriched Air Nitrox |
Group AB: SCUBA Specialist Divers
| SISOSCB001 | SCUBA dive in open water to a maximum depth of 18 metres |
| SISOSCB003 | SCUBA dive at night |
| SISOSCB005 | Complete underwater search and recovery dives |
| SISOSCB009 | SCUBA dive to depths between 18 and 40 metres |
| SISOSCB011 | Lead specialised SCUBA diving activities |
Group AC: Ski Touring
| SISOFLD008 | Navigate in extremely difficult tracked and untracked environments |
| SISOSKT002 | Ski on intermediate cross country terrain |
| SISOSKT003 | Use snow craft skills for alpine touring |
| SISOSKT005 | Lead skiing activities on intermediate cross country terrain |
Group AD: Surfing, Intermediate
| SISORSC007 | Perform basic surf rescues |
| SISOSRF002 | Surf waves using intermediate manoeuvres |
| SISOSRF005 | Lead surfing activities, intermediate manoeuvres |
Group AE: Surfing, Advanced
| SISORSC007 | Perform basic surf rescues |
| SISOSRF003 | Surf waves using advanced manoeuvres |
| SISOSRF006 | Lead surfing activities, advanced manoeuvres |
Group AF: General Electives
| ACMPHR407 | Implement an equine facility maintenance, improvement and management program | ||
| BSBCRT311 | Apply critical thinking skills in a team environment | ||
| BSBHRM527 | Coordinate human resource functions and processes | ||
| BSBMKG543 | Plan and interpret market research | ||
| BSBOPS501 | Manage business resources | ||
| BSBPEF501 | Manage personal and professional development | ||
| BSBPEF502 | Develop and use emotional intelligence | ||
| BSBTWK502 | Manage team effectiveness | ||
| CHCCCS019 | Recognise and respond to crisis situations | ||
| CHCCDE002 | Develop and implement community programs | ||
| CHCGRP002 | Plan and conduct group activities | ||
| CHCPRT002 | Support the rights and safety of children and young people | ||
| CHCVOL004 | Manage volunteer workforce development | ||
| CHCYTH001 | Engage respectfully with young people | ||
| CHCYTH004 | Respond to critical situations | ||
| CHCYTH005 | Develop and implement procedures to enable young people to address their needs | ||
| FNSORG501 | Develop and manage a budget | ||
| HLTAID011 | Provide first aid | ||
| MEM13015 | Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering | ||
| MEM16006 | Organise and communicate information | ||
| MEM50008 | Carry out trip preparation and planning | ||
| MEM50009 | Safely operate a mechanically powered recreational boat | ||
| MEM50010 | Respond to boating emergencies and incidents | ||
| SISCAQU002 | Perform basic water rescues | ||
| SISCAQU007 | Perform advanced water rescues | ||
| SISOABL003 | Design adventure-based learning programs | ||
| SISOFLD003 | Select, set up and operate a temporary or overnight site | ||
| SISOFLD004 | Provide first aid in remote locations | ||
| SISORSC001 | Conduct search and rescue | ||
| SISOSCB002 | SCUBA dive from boats | ||
| SISXDIS001 | Facilitate inclusion for people with a disability | ||
| SISXDIS002 | Plan and conduct disability programs | ||
| SISXFAC005 | Manage stock supply and purchase | ||
| SISXHRM001 | Recruit and manage volunteers | ||
| SISXIND003 | Maintain legal knowledge for organisation governance | ||
| SISXIND010 | Protect children and young people | ||
| SISXMGT001 | Develop and maintain stakeholder relationships | ||
| SISXRES001 | Conduct sustainable work practices in open spaces | ||
| SITTGDE004 | Lead tour groups | ||
| SITTGDE005 | Prepare and present tour commentaries or activities | ||
| SITTGDE006 | Develop and maintain the general and regional knowledge required by guides | ||
| SITTGDE007 | Research and share general information on Australian Indigenous cultures | ||
| SITTGDE008 | Prepare specialised interpretive content on flora, fauna and landscape | ||
| SITTGDE009 | Prepare specialised interpretive content on marine environments | ||
| SITTGDE010 | Prepare specialised interpretive content on cultural and heritage environments | ||
| SITTGDE011 | Coordinate and operate tours | ||
| SITTGDE012 | Manage extended touring programs | ||
| SITTPPD002 | Develop interpretive activities | ||
| SITTPPD008 | Develop tourism products | ||
| SITTPPD009 | Develop environmentally sustainable tourism operations | ||
| SITTPPD010 | Develop culturally appropriate tourism operations | ||
| TAEASS401 | Plan assessment activities and processes | ||
| TAEASS402 | Assess competence | ||
| TAEASS403 | Participate in assessment validation | ||
| TAEASS502 | Design and develop assessment tools | ||
| TAEDEL301 | Provide work skill instruction | ||
| TAEDEL404 | Mentor in the workplace |
