NZ Certificate in Assistant Outdoor Leadership

Entry-level outdoor leadership credential. Holders can assist a qualified leader on outdoor programmes — they are not yet authorised to lead independently.

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What this qualification typically covers

A foundation qualification suitable for people new to the sector or working under direct supervision. This qualification is expiring at the end of 2028 and is being replaced by NZ Certificate in Outdoor Leadership (Assistant) — NZQA ref 5212.

Pathway and lineage

Replaced by

5212 — NZ Certificate in Outdoor Leadership (Assistant)

NZQA · Level 4 · 60 credits

Authoritative source

The NZ Qualifications Authority register holds the canonical qualification document. Always check it for binding scope and currency information.

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NZQF Position

NZQF Level 3 · 60 credits

Note: this qualification is being phased out. Last day to assess: 31 December 2028.

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