The Leader Level is the entry-level qualification for people leading, or intending to lead, outdoor recreation activities for people at an introductory or beginner level, where the emphasis is on participation in low-technical, low-risk environments rather than developing skills. People who hold this qualification are expected to operate within an organisation's safety management system. The Kayak Leader is able to supervise kayaking experiences on flat and sheltered water environments, taking into account the characteristics of the group of participants, expected weather conditions, and equipment. Scope is limited to sheltered bays on lakes, harbours and slack sections of rivers with low risks. Emergency services are easily accessible.

Professional Development: Minimum 12 hours logged professional development  over three years in first strand

Minimum 6 hours professional development in each additional strand

Experience as Leader/Instructor: Minimum 40 hours leader or co-leader experience over past three years for first strand.

Minimum 20 hours leader or co-leader experience in each extra strand

Personal Experience: Minimum 40 hours personal experience per three years in first strand

Minimum 20 hours personal experience for each additional strand.

Note: Extra leadership experience can be logged instead of personal experience

First Aid/CPR: Current 1st Aid Certificate

Attestation: Employer or Principal or Assessor of qualification or Senior Instructor in the discipline attests that the candidate is current in knowledge, skills and experience, fit for role and of good character

Police Check: Yes - include in attestation form