Certificates
Certificates are programs of one year length for full-time students. Certificates require 9 credits of general requirements be completed as well as major requirements for a minimum of 30 credits. Requirements for the certificates may be articulated with the associate of applied science degrees. Contact an advisor for assistance in planning a program of study and choosing appropriate courses.
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OUTDOOR SKILLS & LEADERSHIP
The certificate is a nine month intensive humanities program designed to develop skills and characteristics that are essential to success as an individual, a group member, and a leader in outdoor and adventure settings. The program incorporates outdoor risk management, leadership skills, specific outdoor activity skills (such as rock and ice climbing, kayaking, skiing, camping), and academic work in areas such as Alaska history, science, philosophy, and communication. Both outdoor and academic courses are designed to develop not only knowledge but also personal traits such as self-reliance and good judgment. The curriculum includes 34 credits of course work and practical learning experiences. Individuals who complete the program will have the knowledge and skills to plan and manage a variety of outdoor experiences and will be well qualified for entry level positions in the outdoor industry. The Outdoor Skills and Leadership program offers courses in partnership with the National Forest Service.
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View details from the program Website.
ADMISSIONS
Individuals entering the certificate program must provide required application materials by July 1 of the year they wish to enroll. Please visit the ODS Website for specific application and admission requirements.
CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS
(2011-2012 CATALOG)
| Minimum Credit Hours | 30 | ||
| Students must complete ENGL 111 with a C (2.0) or higher or place into ENGL 211 to complete this program. Students should note that they are only allowed to take courses for which they meet the prerequisites. | |||
| Program Requirements | 30 | ||
| ENGL | S303 | Literature and the Environment | 3 |
| ODS | S120 | Wilderness First Responder | 4 |
| ODS | S243 | Introduction to Outdoor Leadership | 3 |
| ODS | S244 | Outdoor Leadership | 2 |
| ODS | S245 | Leadership Capstone | 1-4 |
| ___ | S___ | Related academic courses | 6 |
| Select one from the following (3 credits): | |||
| HUM | S270 | Sport, Leisure, and Culture | 3 |
| PHIL | S371 | Perspectives on the Natural World | 3 |
| Select from the following (12 credits total): | |||
| ODS | S112 | Swift Water Rescue | 1 |
| ODS | S114 | Backpacking in SE Alaska | 2 |
| ODS | S115 | Winter Backpacking in SE Alask | 1 |
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ODS
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S116
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Introduction to Rock Climbing | |
| ODS | S117 | Introduction to Ice Climbing | 1 |
| ODS | S118 | Avalanche Evaluation and Theory-Level I | 2 |
| ODS | S133 | Introduction to Sea Kayaking | 2 |
| ODS | S134 | Intro to Whitewater Kayaking | 1 |
| ODS | S148 | Backcountry Skiing and Snowboarding | 1 |
| ODS | S205 | Backcountry Travel and Navigation | 2 |
| ODS | S216 | Rock Climbing Level II | 1 |
| ODS | S217 | Ice Climbing Level II | 1 |
| ODS | S218 | Avalanche Evaluation and Theory Level II | 2 |
| ODS | S221 | Glacier Travel and Crevasse Rescue Fundamentals | 2 |
| ODS | S222 | Mountaineering I | 2 |
| ODS | S233 | Expedition Sea Kayaking * | 1-2 |
| *May be repeated for up to 3 credits | |||
CONTACT INFORMATION
University of Alaska Southeast
Office of Admissions
11120 Glacier Highway
Juneau, Alaska 99801
Ph: 907-796-6100
Ph: 877-465-4827 ext. 6100 (toll free)
Program Website: uas.alaska.edu/arts_sciences/humanities/programs/ods
Email: admissions@uas.alaska.edu