ATLAS is an exciting "career prep" course designed for students who have a strong personal interest in adventure recreation.

ATLAS: ADVENTURE TOURISM LEADERSHIP AND SAFETY

The course is designed to help students develop the career skills necessary to gain employment in the booming eco/adventure tourism industry and / or pursue further education through outdoor adventure programs offered at institutions like Thompson Rivers University, Selkirk College, or the College of the Rockies.

ATLAS is a practical, “hands on” course taught almost exclusively away from the school, in outdoor settings, in a variety of seasons

Students attend ATLAS full-time, Monday through Thursday, and are encouraged to take either a directed study or work experience that can be attended to on Fridays.

1. Introduce students to technical skills and decision making required for safe wilderness travel;
2. Provide students an opportunity to develop and practice leadership skills in the outdoor arena; and
3. Provide students with basic certification needed in the field of Outdoor Recreation and Adventure Tourism.

COURSE CREDITS:

• P.E. 12 (4 credits)
• Adventure Tourism Leadership and Safety (8 credits)
• Ground Search and Rescue (2 credits)

CERTIFICATIONS ACQUIRED:

• Avalanche Skills Training – Level 1 (Canadian Avalanche Association)
• Wilderness and Remote First Aid - 40 hour course (Red Cross)
• Ground Search and Rescue (Justice Institute / Provincial Emergency Program)

COURSE OUTLINE:

For a copy of the couse outline click HERE. For more information on this program, including fees, and application requirements, please contact the program director, Mr. Marshall.