Apr 19, 2024  
2019-2020 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog 
    
2019-2020 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Wilderness Studies Certificate


The Certificate in Wilderness Studies is offered through the Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies. This certificate provides students and with a comprehensive foundation of wilderness travel and outdoor technical skill development and practice as they apply in an outdoor context in selected natural environments. The 23 unit Certificate in Wilderness Studies incorporates the knowledge and skills of outdoor leadership, outdoor trip planning, outdoor programming, and related technical skills. The certificate reflects the students’ ability to learn outdoor skills and techniques for working or participating in various outdoor programs and environments.

Note: Students may only pursue this certificate program in combination with a CSULB degree program.

Admissions Requirements


Admissions requirements are as follows:

1. Completion of 30 hours of course work;

2. A minimum 2.75 GPA in all completed course work;

3. Admission application and approval by a faculty committee in the certificate program selected.

Requirements


1. Wilderness First Responder (WFR) Certification (80 hours)

2. Resume of Outdoor Experiences

3. Coursework (23 units):

Additional prerequisites or corequisites: