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Adventure Guiding Certificate


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This program prepares you for diverse roles in adventure tourism, from whale and wildlife tours to mountain resorts. Lead river rafting trips, guide sea kayaking tours along BC’s coast and gain skills in wilderness first aid. Build your knowledge and confidence in sea kayaking, canoeing, river rafting, navigation and leadership to work in some of BC’s most breathtaking outdoor locations. 

Admission Requirements


Course Requirements


The below Course Requirements meet the BC Provincial Adventure Tourism Certificate Program Core Curriculum requirements (revised 2007).

Field Skill Options


Field skill course availability and delivery model based on enrolment; registration for the Field Skill Option choices are done individually with a permission form completed in consultation with Adventure Guiding Faculty

Two field skill electives totaling 4 credits are required to meet program requirements. Students may choose additional field skill electives, in which case additional charges will be incurred.

Completion Requirements


  • This is a 1 year (2 term) program
  • Must be completed within 3 years

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