Program Details
Career Studies Certificate in Outdoor Recreation
Career Studies CertificateSouthwest Virginia Community College
Outdoor recreation activities are available in most areas, and visiting state and national parks is popular regardless of the state of the economy. State, national and other park services employ many employees in various types and classifications of jobs. At the heart of outdoor recreation activities, an integrated trail system and waterway infrastructure is necessary for adventure tourism and outdoor recreation activities such as hiking, biking, kayaking, canoeing, and ATV riding. This curriculum provides an add-on credential for those interested into getting into the outdoor recreation or parks and recreation industries.
Outcomes
• State a philosophy of recreation, use of natural resources and impact recreation activities have on the natural resources and watershed. • Prepare for a wilderness excursion for both planned and unplanned experiences. • Design, implement and present interpretative programs in a variety of formats and audiences. • Protect the outdoor environment when implementing outdoor programming by following principles of leave no trace. • Perform basic first-aid and CPR and stabilize a patient when help is more than 30 minutes away. • Provide leadership for tourism and recreation related projects and events. • Design and implement outdoor recreation programming for specific target audiences. • Implement the policies and principles of risk management in relation to tourism and recreation business and programming to keep everyone safe and having a good experience • Demonstrate knowledge of outdoor recreational skills and activities. • Analyze scenario situations related to be a trip leader and apply problem solving skills to maximize health and safety and minimize environmental impact. • Demonstrate knowledge of program and event planning through the coordination of implementing a program or running an event. • Demonstrate land navigation skills using compass, GPS and topography.
Program Overview & Guidance
| Program Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
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| Considerations for Selecting Degree | Many of the courses in this program are either evening, weekend, and online courses. |
| Considerations When Selecting Courses |
Course work should be completed in the order it appears in the catalog.
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| Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses | Students receive a lot of hands on training throughout this program with included outdoor field trips and activities. |
| Doing More With Your Degree | The curriculum provides add-on credentials for those interested into getting into the outdoor recreation, parks, and recreation industries. - Wilderness and Remote First Aid Certification - Leave No Trace Trainer Certification - NIA Certified Interpretive Guide - Internship with state parks and agencies Occupational Objectives: ? Recreation Coordinator ? Facilities Coordinator ? Outdoor Recreation Planner ? Guest Relations ? Events Coordinator ? Camp Counselor ? Path/Trail Technician ? Park Maintenance Worker ? Maintenance Crew Leader ? Education Specialist/Interpreter |
| Program Successes & Highlights | Complete the CSC in as little as two semesters. |
Related Programs & Certifications
Program Credit Requirements
Please note that some courses may count towards more than one requirement such as meeting a general education requirement and a major specific requirement. The course will be listed under the first matching requirement. Please contact the institution with questions.
A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
| Transfer Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
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| Associate Transfer Degree Completion | Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School | No |
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College Level Information
| College Fit Guidance | What You Need to Know |
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| Is This College Right For Me? | Annual HC 3120, Transfer in per semester 97, Av Class size 12, Limited Foundation Owned Housing |
| Transfer Student Catalog Year | Summer, Fall , Spring is a catalog year |
| First Year Student Catalog Year | Summer, Fall , Spring is a catalog year |
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Where Can This Degree Transfer
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Careers Where This Degree Applies
| O*Net Code | Name | Description | Parent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11-9072.00 | Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling | Plan, direct, or coordinate entertainment and recreational activities and operations of a recreational facility, including cruise ships and parks. | Management Occupations |
| 11-3013.00 | Facilities Managers | Plan, direct, or coordinate operations and functionalities of facilities and buildings. May include surrounding grounds or multiple facilities of an organization's campus. | Management Occupations |
| 11-1021.00 | General and Operations Managers | Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations, overseeing multiple departments or locations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services. Usually manage through subordinate supervisors. Excludes First-Line Supervisors. | Management Occupations |
| 11-3013.01 | Security Managers | Direct an organization's security functions, including physical security and safety of employees and facilities. | Management Occupations |
Cost To Complete