Adventure tourism is not easily defined, mainly because people have different ideas of what ‘adventure’ means. One thing is clear, though – there are no distinct boundaries! This course is ideal for those seeking employment or up-skilling in leading tour groups; developing or providing facilities, services or marketing to the adventure tourism industry; or extending the scope of an existing business into the exciting world of ecotourism.
The Certificate of Adventure Tourism will educate you about the scope and nature of adventure tourism in today’s market. This online course will also provide valuable insights into the types of opportunities available within this lucrative and rapidly burgeoning industry.
In this professional development course, you will study the world of the adventure tourism customer, insurance and risk management, and the scope and nature of adventure tourism, management processes and marketing.
You will also explore locations and facilities in terms of natural and artificial environments and the ethics, sustainability, and environmental, social, cultural and economic impacts of adventure tourism.
On completion of this course, you will have enhanced your career and business opportunities in adventure tourism. You will also have the capacity to plan and manage the provision of adventure tourism products and services – possibly by starting your own business!
Course Structure
Unit 1 - Scope and nature of adventure tourism
- Introduction to adventure tourism
- Historical themes of adventure tourism
- Women travellers
- Adventure tourism experiences
- Motivating factors for adventure tourism
- Adventure activities
- Limitations and risks
- Artificial environments
- Non-physical adventure tourism
Unit 2 - The Product: sources and types
- Types of adventure tourism
- Types of adventure locations
- Case Studies – New Zealand, India, Iceland, Africa and Brazil
- Sources of information
Unit 3 - Management
- Management process
- Management issues
- Staffing
- Training
- Transport
- Equipment suppliers
- Media
- Voluntary organisations
- Marketing
- Marketing tools
- Seasonal fluctuations
Unit 4 - The customer
- Adventure tourism customers
- Market sector
- Tourist motivation
- Conservation tourism
- Adventure tourist behaviour
- Soft and hard adventurers
- Risk taking
- Ecotourism
- Customer expectations
Unit 5 - Locations and facilities - artificial environments
- Artificial environment tourism
- Artificial adventure environments
- Advancement in adventure developments
- Examples of artificial adventure tourism
- Advantages and disadvantages of simulated adventure tourism
- Classification of artificial adventure
Unit 6 - Locations and facilities - natural
- Natural environments
- Adventure tourism in natural environments
- Wildlife tourism
- Case study: nature-based tourism in Antarctica
- Ecotourism
- Benefits of nature-based tourism
- Nature-based ecotourism
- Locations and destinations
- Health benefits of nature
- Advantages and disadvantages of nature-based tourism
Unit 7 - Ethics, sustainability and environmental impacts
- Introduction
- Social and cultural impacts
- Environmental impacts
- Economic impacts
Unit 8 - Risk management and insurance
- Some categories of risk
- Risk management strategies and plans
- Assessing the risk
- The risk management plan
- Consequences of an event happening
- Crisis management
- Insurance
Assessment
Assessment Information
When you study with Australian Online Courses, you will be assessed using a competency-based training method.
Competency-based training focuses on the achievement of skills and knowledge against set criteria to meet industry-standard and is not benchmarked against other students’ work.
In this course, the assessment will be comprised of written assignments and exercises, which may include short answer questions, reports, essays, research projects and reflective tasks.
If you do not achieve a competency result on your first attempt, you have two more attempts to pass your assessment. So, you have three attempts in total to obtain a competency result.
In this way, you can complete your course in your own time and at your own pace with the assistance of unlimited tutor support.
Course FAQs
Why Choose Australian Online Courses?
- Professional development that is widely recognised and respected;
- Improve your employment opportunities;
- Study online, anywhere via our elearning system;
- High-quality professional development programs written by industry experts;
- No entry requirements;
- All course materials provided online – no textbooks to buy;
- Unlimited tutor support;
- Easy to understand course content;
- We offer twelve (12) months’ access, with extensions available upon application (fees apply);
- Certificate of Attainment/Completion issued for your CV (hard copy provided); and
- Course may be tax deductible; see your tax advisor.
How long will it take to complete this course?
The approximate study hours for this course is 50 hours. We offer twelve (12) months’ access, with extensions available upon application (fees apply).
Can I purchase optional printed materials?
While printed materials are not available for purchase, PDF copies are available for download and self-printing for this program.
When can I start this course?
You can start within 60 minutes during business hours when you enrol and pay in full with a credit card!
Credit card: Within 60 mins during business hours.
BPAY: Within 1-2 working days.
Internet Banking: Within 1-2 working days.
Cheque/Money Order: Upon receipt of mailed cheque.
Will I receive a certificate upon completion of this course?
Yes! You will receive a Certificate of Attainment upon successful completion of your assessment.
Do I need to attend classes or undertake any work placements?
No. All courses are delivered online via our e-learning system and there are no work placement requirements in this course.
What support can I expect from Australian Online Courses?
Unlimited tutor support is available throughout your studies via email during business hours Monday to Friday. Our Administrative team are available Monday to Friday via email, live chat and telephone.
I am an international student. Can I enrol into this course?
Yes! We accept enrolments from individuals both within Australia and internationally; location is no barrier to entry into our programs.
Career Pathways
Future growth
Strong
Unemployment
Low
Professional development for those:
- Leading tour groups
- Planning, organising, marketing or conducting activities
- Extending the scope of an existing business into ecotourism
- Teaching or writing about adventure tourism
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