NZOIA Alpine 2

Senior alpine instructor award. Holders can instruct on technical alpine peaks below 3000 metres including easy glaciated terrain.

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What this qualification typically covers

Instruct in terrain up to and including Mt Cook technical grade 2 and serious grade 3 peaks less than 3000 metres, including easy glaciated terrain and avalanche-prone areas where risk can be reduced or eliminated. Always check the scope PDF for current boundaries.

Activities this applies to

Mountaineering & Alpine

Authoritative source

The NZ Outdoor Instructors Association register holds the canonical qualification document. Always check it for binding scope and currency information.

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NZQF Position

Level not specified

Currency: 4 years. Holders must revalidate before this expires.

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