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Outdoor Adventure Education
The Course, which was established in 1987, is now recognised as the primary training opportunity for people interested in outdoor and adventure education. The intensive two-year course is based in the college campus in Kinsale, utilising the extensive resources and equipment available ashore and afloat.
Course Code: | 5M5148 |
Entry requirements: | 1. Leaving Certificate or equivalent. For mature applicants appropriate experience will be considered in lieu of formal qualifications. 2. All applicants will be required to attend an interview 3. An offer of a place on this course means the applicant has met the minimum entry requirements set out and attended for interview |
Course Duration: | 1 year |
Commencement Date: | September 2023 |
Course Co-Ordinator: | Jeff Cochrane and Tadhg Boyden |
Contact information: | info@kinsalecollege.ie |

About the Course
The Course, which was established in 1987, is now recognised as the primary training opportunity for people interested in outdoor and adventure education.
The course is based in the college campus in Kinsale, utilising the extensive resources and equipment available ashore and afloat. Former students who have successfully completed the course are now employed in sailing schools, activity centres and other outdoor education centres in Ireland, the United Kingdom and the Mediterranean.
Apart from practical training, the course emphasises the educational possibilities of the outdoors through experiential education and place based learning.
Modul Info & Codes
Outdoor Recreation: 5N5386
Adventure Activities: 5N4646
Work Experience: 5N1356
Communication: 5N0690
Kayaking Instruction Skills: 5N5186
Sailing Skills: 5N5385
Windsurfing: 5N5188
Powerboat Skills: 4N4636
Occupational First Aid: 5N1207
Single Pitch Rock-climbing: 5N6045
How to Apply & Application Deadline
Applications for all our courses will be available on the website and in the college from January 2023 for all courses commencing in September 2023.
Interviews will be held for all courses throughout the college year. To apply, simply click the ‘Apply Now’ button at the top of this page. Alternatively, you can ring a member of our team on (021) 4772275 to guide and assist you through the application process.
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Career Opportunities
Our Career Network
Youth Work, Outdoor Education Centre Instructor, Senior Instructor, Self Employment, Work Abroad with Adventure Tourism Companies, Coaching, Adventure Sports Development Officer, Adventure Therapy.
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Education Progression Opportunities
Opportunities
Students who successfully complete the Level 5 Award in Outdoor Recreation will be eligible to apply for the Level 6 Award in Kinsale College.
• L7/8 Bachelor of Arts Honours in Outdoor Education in GMIT – GA 885
• L7 Bachelor of Arts in Outdoor Learning – Tralee IT
Possibilities in Education, Social Care, Emergency Services, Wildlife Biology, Retail and Manufacturing.
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Work Placement/Experience
Course Targets
Participants will be required to undertake 10 days of work placement in a suitable environment. The College will assist participants in identifying suitable placements.
Other Information
The course in the first year aims to develop personal competency in a range of outdoor activities.
• Outdoor Adventure Activities: Dingy Sailing, Windsurfing, White Water Kayaking, Rock Climbing, Mountain Navigation, River Safety and Rescue and Power Boating.
• Management of Outdoor Education Activities: Outdoor Leadership, Team Building, Philosophy of Outdoor Education, Equipment Maintenance and First Aid & Emergency Care.
• Applicants should be strong swimmers and in good physical health