Program Description This two-year Ontario College Diploma program prepares students to pursue a professional career related to leadership positons in sport, recreation, wellness and community development. Students learn what it takes to make a difference in the community by promoting and advocating the benefits of recreation, leisure and healthy active living. Students benefit from 300 hours of field placement providing on the job training and active experience in the recreation industry. Be part of a profession where development and support of inclusive, culturally relevant, accessible recreation facilities, parks and open spaces is at the forefront. Students are active in leisure and wellness programs/events for people of all ages through the lifespan.
Graduates may work in a variety of roles in not-for-profit, commercial, private or government environments such as commecials centres, senior centres, cruises, resorts, adventure tourism and arts and cultural facilities. Graduates may pursue additional specialized education in therapeutic recreation, event management, sports administration, outdoor recreation, fitness, tourism, hospitality and youth leadership.
