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Program outline

For more details, including courses, please see the program outline in the Academic Calendar.

Program outline

“The Adventure Education program offered me many opportunities for professional growth and connections … I fully expected to learn new things and expand my vision for how my teaching practice could intersect with the outdoors in new ways, however; I don’t think I expected to experience such extensive personal growth. I am beyond thankful for the opportunity to be part of this incredible new program.” – Caroline Erickson, BC High School Teacher

What to expect

The 13-month post-degree diploma��starts each July��and is delivered entirely off-campus through��online and face-to-face learning. The program consists of four terms: Summer 1, Fall, Winter, Summer 2. Summer terms are a blend of online and face-to-face learning in an outdoor setting. Fall and Winter terms are entirely online.

In this program you will develop your capacities to create and facilitate impactful experiences specific to the populations you work with. Adventure education is an approach to working with people that can be applied in many different contexts and for many different purposes.��You are not expected to have a high level of technical expertise or physical fitness to participate in this program. There is no age limit to participation either! We meet each student where they are at and support them to develop their knowledge and skills relevant to their specific context.��his program is open to both domestic and international applicants.

Summer Term 1��(July to August)

Your first term is comprised of three courses taught in an integrated format of online and face-to-face with a week of online engagement, a two-week immersive face-to-face field component and one following week of online engagement. You will (re-)examine and practice foundational ideas essential for working with people in the outdoors.

Fall Term (September to December)

Your second term is comprised of two online courses focused on contemporary issues and the variety of possible approaches to adventure-based learning, and developing and evaluating safe, effective programs.

Winter Term (January to April)

Your third term is comprised of two online courses. You will learn about the importance of professional reflective practice, growth and development, and human-environment relationships.

Summer Term 2��(July to August)

Your final term is comprised of three courses taught in an integrated format of online and face-to-face with a week of online engagement, a two-week immersive face-to-face field component and one following week of online engagement. You will study ideas associated with transformative learning and wilderness experiences along with a focus on water-based leadership.

Special equipment

Regular and dependable access to technology including a computer/tablet with a webcam and microphone for the online duration of the program. High-speed internet is an asset.

Appropriate outdoor clothing, footwear, sleeping bag, tent, backpack, sleeping mat and other personal camping equipment. A full list will be provided to registered students prior to the program commencement. You should not need to incur significant expenses for required equipment. Please consider borrowing or renting equipment. If you have any questions about required equipment, clothing or other items, please contact us at��sported@camosun.ca.

Effective from September 1, 2024, to August 31, 2025

Estimated tuition

Tuition estimates are for the entire program

Adventure Education, Post-Degree Diploma

$15,300 (domestic)

$22,500.90 (international)

For International Students visit��International Tuition & Fees.

Student fees

In addition to tuition estimates, student fees are calculated based on your enrolment. Refer to:��Student Fees.

Financial assistance

You may need to find more than one source of funding to help pay for your education and living costs while attending college. Check out sources of money you don't need to pay back as well as those that need to be repaid.

Financial Aid & Awards��