Registration Process

Below is the registration process for all applicants. This includes applicants with other existing relevant prior learning / qualifications. Please contact the OTNZ team if you have any questions or concerns.

Step 1

Apply

All applicants to register their interest using the registration form.

Step 2

Vetting and Reference Checks

Police Vetting Check
Reference(s) from other(s) involved in
Outdoor Recreation or
Voluntary Organisation or Youth Group or
an OTNZ member

Step 3

Identity Verification

Verification of Birth Certificate / Passport
Verification of one of the following: Drivers Licence, Community Services Card, Firearms Licence, 18+ card, or other similar ID for Youth Members
Acceptance of Member Terms and Conditions
Acceptance by OTNZ Branch / National Office
Supply photo for ID Card

Step 4

Applicants for Intructor Roles

Verification of First Aid Certificates, technical or teaching qualifications, and other relevant prior learning
Logbook or CV showing showing outdoor experience
Skills Active Training Agreement form

If application is for an admin or support role, this step is not required.

Step 5

Validated Member

Entitling Instructing Members to specialise in one or more disciplines of: Bushcraft, Above Bushline, Outdoor Emergency Management, Risk Management, Instructor Training and Assessment.

Ongoing

Personal Development

ALL Members will be able (and are encouraged) to advance their personal skills through training (and recognition of other relevant learning).

Keen to get involved?

We have volunteer members who fulfill a very wide variety of roles such as: instructors in many fields of expertise, admin volunteers, activity helpers, and qualification assessors. If you'd like to get involved, you can find out more and register below.