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§ OCCUPATION · GLOBAL STANDARDS

outdoor activities instructor

Outdoor activities instructors organise and lead recreational outdoor trips through which the participants learn skills such as hiking, climbing, skiing, snowboarding, canoeing, rafting, rope course climbing etc.

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Outdoor activities instructors organise and lead recreational outdoor trips through which the participants learn skills such as hiking, climbing, skiing, snowboarding, canoeing, rafting, rope course climbing etc. They also provide team-building exercises and activity workshops for disadvantaged participants. They ensure the safety of the participants and the equipment and explain safety measures for the participants to understand themselves as well. Outdoor activities instructors should be prepared to deal with the consequences of bad weather conditions, accidents and should responsibly manage possible anxiety from participants concerning certain activities.

Theoretical Knowledge
ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required
protection from natural elementsoutdoor activities
OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit
lip readingteamwork principlesrope lashingbelay techniquescompass navigationwater skiingteam buildingskateboard
Practical Skills
ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences
use rope access techniquesprovide lesson materialsencourage students to acknowledge their achievementsassist students in their learningassess nature of injury in emergencyguarantee students' safetyprovide first aidmotivate in sportsadapt teaching to student's capabilitiesapply risk management in sportsapply teaching strategiesgive constructive feedbackorganise sporting environmentinstruct in outdoor activitiesdemonstrate when teaching
OPTIONALOptional competences
prepare lesson contentfacilitate teamwork between studentslead hiking tripsclimb treesuse geographic memorymanage resources for educational purposeswork with different target groupsmaintain customer serviceuse rigging toolsassess studentsread mapsrepresent the organisationplan sports instruction programmeteach windsurfinguse modern electronic navigational aidsinspire enthusiasm for nature

GLOBAL RESOURCE

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SKILLS OVERVIEW

41 total
17 essential · 24 optional

Data Source: Unified Global Standards (ISCED, ISCO, O*NET, ESCO)

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