Limited Service Volunteer (LSV)
LSV is a six-week hands-on training/motivational course run by the New Zealand Defence Force. You will gain great new skills to improve your job prospects, increase your confidence, meet people and make new friends as you complete challenging and physical activities – and have fun.
What you do on the course
LSV motivational training includes outdoor recreational activities that promote team work, self confidence and self achievement. There is a strong emphasis on discipline and complying with service laws, customs and regulations. The training takes place in a military setting and uses military facilities.
Over the six weeks you will complete these exciting activities:
- white water rafting
- high ropes course
- bush craft
- river crossing
- camping and training
- rock climbing/abseiling
- fitness training.
and that's just the start.
What you learn
The activities you complete as part of the LSV course will help you to increase your job prospects and gain confidence by improving your:
- physical fitness and general health
- leadership and communication skills
- basic financial and budgetary skills
- personal presentation
- safety and hygiene knowledge
- basic job searching skills
- ability to meet people and making new friends.
All this done in a fun and adventurous environment.
In addition you'll also receive certificates and references outlining your new skills.
Who can go on the course – Step up and take the challenge
LSV is for young people aged from 17 to 25 years old. You don’t have to be in receipt of a benefit from Work and Income.
You must be:
- actively engaged with us in looking or preparing for work
- in good health and physically able to complete intensive outdoor activities
- able to meet the minimum New Zealand Defence Force security requirements.
Applicants under 18 years
LSV will consider applications from 17 year old clients on a case by case basis. If you’re younger than 17 you can’t apply.
How much does it cost
The course is free but you’ll need some money to meet the cost of basic items, such as toiletries etc. The New Zealand Defence Force in partnership with us will also cover the costs of getting you there and back home again.
If you’re currently receiving a benefit then this will continue to be paid while on the LSV course.
How to apply
If you think this sounds like you, or you want to learn more about LSV, contact us to make an appointment.