The School Leaders course taught me how to be a great leader – speak up and be confident because if you lead by great example others will follow.
Nikita Roberts
Programme
Outcomes
What you'll need
FAQs
Bookings & Fees
12 April - 2nd May 2021 - PLEASE GIVE US A CALL ON 0800 688 927 TO BOOK THIS COURSE
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Programme
The School Leaders programme aligns with our Mind Body Soul course but with a specific focus on developing leadership. The following additional activities and support are included:
- Opportunity to be the leader for a day and receive specific leadership feedback
- Leadership workshops exploring: High performing teams and leadership skills such as mind set and empathy
- Specific leadership workbook with leadership models and worksheets
- Inspirational speaker (previous speakers include Billy Graham and the Outward Bound School Director)
- Facilitation focused on connecting to real life personal leadership challenges and successes
- Action planning and goal setting session directed towards your leadership role
On enrolment applicants are required to provide evidence of their leadership role.
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Outcomes
- An understanding of different leadership mindsets and identification of your own leadership style
- Explore and build on your leadership strengths
- Communication skills including inspiring, coaching and understanding others perspectives
- How to be part of a high performing team
- New networks and relationships with other young leaders across NZ
- An understanding of how your personal values influence you as a leader.
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What you'll need
When you come to Outward Bound, there are items that you will need to bring with you and items that we will supply. As for the things that you need to bring - we encourage you to borrow as many items as you can, or buy second hand!
Check out our course gear list for a full run down and some hot tips on what to bring and what not to.
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FAQs
Some of our commonly asked questions answered...
Do I need to be in a current leadership position at my school to attend the School Leaders course?
Yes, all students on this course need to provide written endorsement from a teacher that they hold an active leadership position.
Are there scholarships or funding support available for the School Leaders course?
Yes. We encourage families to get in touch with our Enrolments team to find out more. You can contact them on 0800 688 827.
How many positions are available on the School Leaders course?
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We have 28 spots available. The course is only held once a year.