The idea of being a professional athlete can seem very appealing. But what is it really like, how easy is it to get paid for being a professional sportsperson?
Would you have the skills, expertise and qualities to make it work?
Find out more in our Career Profile. Continue reading Professional Athlete
Many industries use rope access technicians. Do you think you could name all the industries that rely on rope access?
There are six broad areas of rope access work and in this article you can find out about the kinds of tasks you would do in each area and the type of places and industries you would be working in. Continue reading Different Types of Rope Access Work
If you have a head for heights, like being physically active and enjoy being outdoors in all weathers, then perhaps the role of a rope access technician might be for you.
There are hundreds of different types of rope access job which need many different skills. Find out if there could be a role that suits you…. Continue reading Rope Access Technician
Businesses in the outdoor industry are incredibly varied, ranging from instructing & coaching to artwork, design, engineering & event management. If you’re thinking about starting in business or diversifying, this is a must-read article to help you explore and reflect on what it will take to create a successful business. Continue reading Setting up an Outdoor Business: 5 steps
Love being out in any weather?
Got good communication skills?
A practical person?
Being a countryside ranger means you will never have two days the same. Find out more about this varied and practical role in the outdoors industry… Continue reading Countryside Ranger
Have you ever seen what an overseas expedition leader does in their job? This insightful and comprehensive article from expedition and adventure travel expert Rebecca Coles outlines the job tasks, skills needed, working hours and income, as well as routes into the industry. Continue reading Overseas Expedition Leader
Career Profile: Job Summary : This role involves teaching emergency first aid, usually on one or two-day courses. You will be working with people who wish to gain knowledge of first aid, usually alongside gaining a qualification. You will be responsible for the delivery of course curriculum, designing course materials and assessing the candidates’ knowledge and ability against course standards. You may work for a … Continue reading First Aid Trainer
Route setting is great, creative fun with the benefits of physical exercise. Find out how to get into route setting, with information sourced from industry professionals. Continue reading Route Setter
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