Adventure Leadership Minor

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Students pursuing this minor will discuss and practice leadership theories to improve their problem-solving, critical thinking, group development, communication, and social change skills related to the field of recreation. Students become both competent with technical skills and acquire techniques to effectively lead people in experiential education and outdoor recreation.

Required Courses Credits: 18

REC 322 - Recreation Programming and Activities Credits: (3)
HTE 292 - Practicum Credits: (1-4) (Must take for 4 credits)
REC 340 - Introduction to Adventure Programming Credits: (3)
OR REC 431 - Recreation Administration of Retreats and Camps Credits: (3)
REC 381 - Recreational Sports Management Credits: (3)
REC 487 - Outdoor Recreation Issues Credits: (3)
HTE 492 - Senior Practicum Credits: (1-12) (Must take for 2 credits)

Department-Approved Electives Credits: 2

Complete two courses from the following for two credits.

PE 118 - Climbing Wall to Rock Credits: (1)
PEID 137 - Hiking and Orienteering Credits: (1)
PEF 161 - Challenge Course Experience Credits: (1)
PEF 162 - Backpacking Credits: (1)
PEF 163 - Introduction to White Water Kayaking Credits: (1)

Total Credits: 20

College and Department Information

Family and Consumer Sciences Department
College of Education and Professional Studies

Program Outcomes
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