Adventure-Based Programming, Certificate of Special Study

The Certificate in Adventure-Based Programming is designed for students pursuing a professional interest in experiential education and wilderness activities within settings such as youth organizations, church groups, travel and tourism, and schools and colleges. Adventure education is explored through courses using group initiative and perceived risk activities to foster personal development. The certificate centers on preparing students to facilitate ropes courses, climbing walls, mobile initiative courses, and natural resource-based pursuits such as rock climbing, backpacking, cross-country skiing, and other outdoor activities.

All coursework to be applied to this certificate must be completed with a minimum grade of C to be counted.