HPW 311 - Outdoor Trip Leader Training

Institution:

Westminster College (Salt Lake City)

Subject:

Human Performance and Wellness

Description:

This course is part of the Outdoor Recreation Program's Trip Leader Certification. Students in this class will gain professional outdoor leadership training and may work as trip leaders for Westminster's Outdoor Recreation Program. No prior experience is necessary; however, students must have the desire and commitment to learn the required outdoor skills and participate in the full year certification process. Students will learn the leadership, communication, group management, and risk management skills necessary to successfully guide students in the wilderness. This will include knowledge of emergency procedures. Certifications such as Wilderness First Responder and/or other skill types such as avalanche and rock climbing certifications will also be required. This course involves additional time commitments for outdoor trips.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.westminstercollege.edu

Phone Number:

(801) 484-7651

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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