About the Courses
Embark on a rewarding journey towards a fulfilling career in the ecotourism industry, where you'll spearhead meaningful learning adventures rooted in local ecological principles. Our immersive outdoor program embraces experiential learning, empowering you to cultivate hands-on expertise, hone essential skills, and attain valuable certifications. Guided by your passion for nature's marvels, there's no greater aspiration than crafting a vocation dedicated to sharing the awe-inspiring beauty of our world while fostering deep respect for its intricate wonders.
Embark on a rewarding journey towards a fulfilling career in the ecotourism industry, where you'll spearhead meaningful learning adventures rooted in local ecological principles. Our immersive outdoor program embraces experiential learning, empowering you to cultivate hands-on expertise, hone essential skills, and attain valuable certifications. Guided by your passion for nature's marvels, there's no greater aspiration than crafting a vocation dedicated to sharing the awe-inspiring beauty of our world while fostering deep respect for its intricate wonders.
Modules
LEVEL 1
Gen Ed - Take a 3 credit General Education elective course.
Take all of the following Mandatory Courses:
WRIT-1042 Reason & Writing 1-Tourism/Hospitality 3
ENVR-1029 Wildlife of North America 3
MGMT-5076 Advocacy & Leadership 3
TOUR-1019 Wilderness Survival & Bushcraft Skills 3
PHOT-1076 Ethical Wildlife Photography 3
TOUR-1020 Field Course 1 3
LEVEL 2
Gen Ed - Take a 3 credit General Education elective course.
Take all of the following Mandatory Courses:
HLTH-1308 Wilderness & Remote First Aid 4
BUSI-3036 Business Strategies & Corp Partnerships 3
BSCI-5008 Client Services & Professional Ethics 3
HORT-3025 Flora & Fauna 3
ENVR-1037 Environmental Sustainability 3
TOUR-3006 Field Course 2 3
LEVEL 3
Take all of the following Mandatory Courses:
ENVR-3018 Environmental Interpretation & Skills 4
ECOL-1003 Ecology & Conservation 3
GEOL-3002 Geology, Cartography & GPS/GIS 3
COMM-5023 Grant Research & Proposal Writing 3
MKTG-1083 Marketing & Market Research Basics 3
TOUR-3007 Adventure Expedition Fall 3
LEVEL 4
Take all of the following Mandatory Courses:
LAWS-3069 Legislation & Protection Act 2
TOUR-5002 Interpretive Naturalist 3
MKTG-3038 Marketing 2 3
TOUR-3002 Group Assistance & Guiding 3
INDG-1016 Building Community One Idea At a Time 3
TOUR-5003 Adventure Expedition Winter 3