Certificate II in Outdoor Recreation
SIS20419
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who assist with operational logistics and the delivery of recreational activities. They work under direct supervision and with guidance from those responsible for planning, finalising and delivering activities, including program managers and leaders.
Assistants use a range of fundamental activity techniques during activities and can work in indoor and outdoor recreation environments, adventure learning centres or camps. The combined skills and knowledge provided by this qualification do not provide for a job outcome as a leader and further training would be required before moving into those roles.
Assistants use a range of fundamental activity techniques during activities and can work in indoor and outdoor recreation environments, adventure learning centres or camps. The combined skills and knowledge provided by this qualification do not provide for a job outcome as a leader and further training would be required before moving into those roles.
Delivery
Face to Face & Online
Location
CYC Adventures
Duration
Up to 2 Years
QCE Credits
This course contributes to QCE Credits. Please see your Careers advisor for more information.
Fees
There are no additional fees to the learner.
Entry Requirements
Learners are required to take a Language, Literacy & Numeracy assessment pre-enrolment. This will help us support you if necessary in achieving a successful course outcome.
Possible Pathway Options
Learners may work for any type of organisation that delivers outdoor recreation activities including commercial, not-for-profit and government organisations.
Possible Career Outcomes
Outdoor Recreation Assistant, Adventure Learning Centre Assistant, Camps and Outdoor Activities Leader, Commercial Outdoor Recreation Provider
Course Units
To complete SIS20419 Certificate II in Outdoor Recreation, learners must complete four (4) core units and seven (7) elective units.
Training and Assessment
Learners are expected to engage in class/chat sessions on a regular basis, meet course requirements and undertake a certain amount of self-directed preparation, reading and practice at their initiative and in their own time.
Assessments include observation of performance, assignments, questioning, quizzes, simulations, online short responses and group tasks.
Digital Equipment
Learners will need access to a digital video recording device and/or a digital camera and associated software to save and upload video, image and audio files to Learner.Link. Software such as Adobe Reader, Windows Media Player, Windows Photo Viewer etc. are available as a free download from the internet.
Download the Course Description here
*Correct at time of publication, subject to change
20 November 2025
Face to Face & Online
Location
CYC Adventures
Duration
Up to 2 Years
QCE Credits
This course contributes to QCE Credits. Please see your Careers advisor for more information.
Fees
There are no additional fees to the learner.
Entry Requirements
Learners are required to take a Language, Literacy & Numeracy assessment pre-enrolment. This will help us support you if necessary in achieving a successful course outcome.
Possible Pathway Options
Learners may work for any type of organisation that delivers outdoor recreation activities including commercial, not-for-profit and government organisations.
Possible Career Outcomes
Outdoor Recreation Assistant, Adventure Learning Centre Assistant, Camps and Outdoor Activities Leader, Commercial Outdoor Recreation Provider
Course Units
To complete SIS20419 Certificate II in Outdoor Recreation, learners must complete four (4) core units and seven (7) elective units.
| Core Units | |
| HLTWHS001 | Participate in workplace health and safety |
| SISOFLD001 | Assist in conducting recreation sessions |
| SISOFLD002 | Minimise environmental impact |
| SISXIND002 | Maintain sport, fitness and recreation industry knowledge |
| Elective Units* | |
| SISOCNE001 | Paddle a craft using fundamental skills |
| SISOCYT004 | Ride off road bicycles on easy trails |
| SISOFLD006 | Navigate in tracked environments |
| SISOBWG001 | Bushwalk in tracked environments |
| SISOSRF001 | Surf small waves using basic manoeuvres |
| SISORSC007 | Perform basic surf rescues |
| SISXFAC006 | Maintain activity equipment |
| SISOSUP001 | Paddle a stand up board on inland flatwater |
Training and Assessment
Learners are expected to engage in class/chat sessions on a regular basis, meet course requirements and undertake a certain amount of self-directed preparation, reading and practice at their initiative and in their own time.
Assessments include observation of performance, assignments, questioning, quizzes, simulations, online short responses and group tasks.
Digital Equipment
Learners will need access to a digital video recording device and/or a digital camera and associated software to save and upload video, image and audio files to Learner.Link. Software such as Adobe Reader, Windows Media Player, Windows Photo Viewer etc. are available as a free download from the internet.
Download the Course Description here
*Correct at time of publication, subject to change
20 November 2025
Upcoming Programs
| Name | Course Start Date | Course End Date | Cost | |
| SIS20419 - CYCAdventures - 2026 | 19/01/2026 | 31/12/2026 | $0.00 |