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2016-2017 College Catalog

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2016-2017 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Outdoor Recreation Leadership, A.A.S

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This program offers students who are preparing to enter the outdoor and adventure job market a diverse background in multi-season land and water based outdoor programming. Students in the Outdoor Education and Recreation program develop skills and experience related to leading groups in adventure based outdoor recreation activities. This program is not designed for students planning to transfer to a four-year institution.

Distribution Requirements

BADM 1005 - Business Mathematics (3)
BIOL 1080 - Environmental Science (Spring only) (3)
CO/M 2010 - Public Speaking (3)
or
CO/M 2120 - Small Group Communication (3)
ENGL 1010 - English I: Introduction to Composition (3)
ENGL 2005 - Technical Writing (3)
or
ENGL 2020 - English II: Introduction to Literature (3)
or
ENGL 2030 - Critical Reading and Writing (3)
POLS 1000 - American and Wyoming Government (3)

Total Distribution Requirements: 20 Credits

Two hours of Wellness are fulfilled by taking Core Courses.

Core Courses

BADM 2100 - Small Business Practices (3)
BOT 2100 - Forest Management (Fall only) (3)
HLED 2010 - Wilderness First Responder (4)
or

Current proof of certification from Accredited Wilderness Medicine Provider including WMI/WMA/SOLO/WMS
OEAC 1170 - Introduction to Mountaineering (2)
OEPR 1100 - Introduction to Adventure Education (Fall only) (2)
OEPR 1210 - Snow-based Activities (3)
or
OEPR 1260 - Water-based Activities (3)
OEPR 1550 - Introduction to Outdoor Recreation (3)
OEPR 1620 - Challenge Course Facilitation (2)
OEPR 1720 - Advanced Rock Climbing (2)
OEPR 1740 - Backcountry Traveler (4)
OEPR 2100 - Outdoor Education Practicum (2)
OEPR 2250 - Outdoor Leadership (3)
OEPR 2400 - Teaching Methods for Outdoor Education (2)
OEPR 2200 - Outdoor Program and Administration (3) (Capstone Course)

Total Core Courses: 38 credits

Core Electives

Complete 4-6 credits from the following courses:
BIOL 2310 - Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (3)
EMT 1500 - Emergency Medical Technician - Basic (5)
HLED 1660 - Emergency Medical Responder (4)
OEAC 1100 - Outdoor Living Skills: Desert (2)
OEAC 1180 - Mountaineering II (2)
OEPR 1200 - Winter Outdoor Survival (1)
OEPR 1250 - River Guide Skills (2)
OEPR 1600 - Basic Search and Rescue (3)
OEPR 2050 - Top Rope Guide Certification (2)
OEPR 2100 - Outdoor Education Practicum (2)
PEAC 1286 - Spelunking (0.5)
PEAC 1560 - Beginning Orienteering (1)
PEAC 1285 - Kayaking (1)
PEAC 1600 - Ice Climbing (1)

Total Core Electives: 4-6 Credits

Minimum Credits for Degree = 60