Recreation and Leisure Services

Recreation and Leisure Services

Diploma
24 months
Application deadlines: December 31
Processing time: 30 days
Application fee: CA$75
Full-time
Intakes: September
International tuition: CA$15,263

Program overview

The curriculum is designed with industry collaboration, ensuring it is current and relevant. Within the program, students use ActiveNet software and PerfectMind, the most widely used registration management software in the recreation industry. Students apply their skills by planning and implementing events for local community and charity organizations. A three-day leadership camp at the OELC (Ontario Educational Leadership Centre) helps build communication and leadership skills while guest speakers, practical training and field trips provide added benefits in preparing you for the workplace. Learning from professors, as well as managers and directors of recreation programs, centres and agencies will give you valuable exposure to the industry and training in current issues.

Study options

Study options
This program can be done
On campus

Requirements

Exams:

  • PTE
  • IELTS
  • TOEFL iBT
  • TOEFL iBT
Admission selection is based on the following 3 requirements: 1. Academic To be eligible for admission, you must possess the following: Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent including these required courses: Grade 12 English (ENG4C or ENG4U or equivalent) Three Grade 11 or Grade 12 C, M or U courses in addition to those listed above or Mature student status or College or university transfer status 2. English Language Proficiency All applicants whose first language is not English must meet Humber’s English Language Proficiency Policy. 3. International Credit Evaluation Canadian citizens or permanent residents with international education are required to provide a WES or ICAS evaluation.

Career opportunities

Graduates plan, deliver and manage leisure, recreation and wellness operations in a variety of roles and responsibilities for: municipal governments sport organizations outdoor education centres leisure centres not-for-profit agencies commercial recreation organizations. Potential jobs include: recreation programmer/co-ordinator program supervisor special events co-ordinator camp supervisor aquatics supervisor active living co-ordinator.

Campus location

Toronto , Canada

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