Course catalogue / Ara Institute of Canterbury
New Zealand Certificate in Outdoor and Adventure Education (Multi-skilled) (Level 4)
- Qualification
- Certificate
- NZQF level
- 4
- Duration
- Full-time - 1 Year (Part-time options available, up to 3 years)
- Location
- Madras Street Campus, Christchurch
- Audience
- International students
Entry requirements
NCEA Level 1 (80 credits at Level 1, including 10 Literacy and 10 Numeracy credits). Alternative entry considered for other qualifications (e.g. IB, Cambridge) or equivalent skills/experience. Additional requirements: completed NZ Police Vetting Service Request and Consent Form, and current two-day Comprehensive First Aid Certificate. Must be able to swim 50m, ride a bike, and carry a full overnight hiking pack.
English requirements
IELTS 5.5 (no band below 5)
“Overall IELTS 5.5 Academic, 5.0 Listening, 5.0 Reading, 5.0 Writing, 5.0 Speaking”
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