The best workplace is outside
Outdoor recreation is a big business – and the industry needs people who can lead the way.
Make your impact as a leader and educator in the great outdoors. Work in nature centers, parks, waterways and other outdoor settings.
Outdoor Leadership
This certificate provides students with broad exposure to foundational courses in the study of leadership in outdoor recreational settings, to enhance student preparation for further graduate and/or professional study in a variety of parks and recreation fields.
Program requirements (12 hours)
- REC 211(3) or 311(3); REC 309(3); KIN 260(2) and REC 300(1) or 307(3); REC 302(3) or 451(3).
- All candidates must satisfy the General University Certificate Requirements.
Completion requirements
- Attain a grade of C or better in all courses used to fulfill the certificate requirements.
- Attain a GPA of 2.50 or higher for all courses used to fulfill the certificate requirements.
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