Recreation and Leisure Services - FAST TRACK

Program Overview:

• Fall 2023
• Winter 2024

Train for an exciting career that could take you anywhere in the world.

Overview:

As a recreation professional, you could find yourself planning special events or organizing activities and programs for all age groups at resorts, camps, or even on cruise ships - the possibilities are endless. Your training will include organizing community events, participating in hands-on workshops, and various certifications in career-related areas.

All classes are available onsite or online and are recorded for future playback.

Admissions Requirements

• Graduate of at least a two-year postsecondary program
• If English is not your first language you must provide proof of English competency.

Curriculum:

Intake: September Start

Semester 1 - Fall

• REC 105    Leadership
• REC 108    Foundations of Recreation and Leisure
• REC 111    Health Promotion
• REC 132    Recreation Essentials
• REC 136    Recreation Across the Lifespan
• REC 214    Administration of Recreation and Leisure Services
• REC 249    Research Methods
• REC 245    Sport Management
• REC 260    Outdoor and Adventure Recreation

Semester 2 - Winter

• REC 106    Community Development
• REC 123    Facilities Design and Operation
• REC 128    Special Event Planning
• REC 130    Legislation and Risk Management
• REC 133    Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation
• REC 217    Marketing for Recreation - 7 wks
• REC 230    Financial Management - 7 wks
• REC 232    Volunteer Management - 7 wks
• REC 270    Trends and Issues in Recreation - 7 wks

Intake: January Start

Semester 1 - Winter

• REC 106    Community Development
• REC 123    Facilities Design and Operation
• REC 128    Special Event Planning
• REC 130    Legislation and Risk Management
• REC 132    Recreation Essentials
• REC 133    Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation
• REC 232    Volunteer Management - 7 wks
• REC 230    Financial Management - 7 wks
• REC 217    Marketing for Recreation - 7 wks
• REC 270    Trends and Issues in Recreation - 7 wks

Semester 2 - Fall

• REC 105    Leadership
• REC 108    Foundations of Recreation and Leisure
• REC 111     Health Promotion
• REC 136    Recreation Across the Lifespan
• REC 214    Administration of Recreation and Leisure Services
• REC 239    Research Methods
• REC 245    Sport Management
• REC 260    Outdoor and Adventure Recreation
• REC 250    Practicum - Recreation and Leisure (100 hours)

Note: Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to the program, section, and/or semester.