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Outdoor Recreation Leadership

Career and Technical

Location: Coeur d'Alene

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Program Description

This program gives students the necessary skills and certificates needed to obtain employment in the outdoor recreation field. The coursework in this curriculum is primarily field-based and leadership development center. Graduates will have the confidence to excel in this growing industry.

This is a limited enrollment program. See the catalog for special admission procedures or contact a Career and Technical Education advisor for more information.

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Outdoor Recreation Leadership

Fall 2024 Career and Technical (CTE) Limited Program

*Registration begins in April for Fall semester start. Seats are limited.*

Admissions Requirements:

  1. Complete new application (not a change of major form) www.nic.edu/apply

  2. Have a GPA of 2.0 or higher in current college courses including any dual credit.

  3. Provide math placement for Math-025 or higher ( SAT, ACT, NICEMP, or ALEKS) OR official college transcripts showing completed English and/or Math courses.

  4. Set up and check your student email** (Cardinal Mail) regularly for all further communications regarding your status for this program and for financial aid. 

  5. Complete New Student Orientation online in your MyNIC account.

  6. Schedule an appointment with an advisor (208) 769-3448.

  7. Please contact the CTE advisor if you have questions, or if you wish to discuss taking classes prior to entering the program techadvising@nic.edu.

**Failure to respond to phone calls and/or emails may result in missing your opportunity to be in the program because of limited seating.

Program Snapshot

Degree Type Duration Path Credits
Intermediate Technical Certificate 2 Semesters Full-time 30-32 Degree requirements
Advanced Technical Certificate 4 Semesters Full-time 57-59 Degree requirements
Associate of Applied Science Degree 4 Semesters Full-time 60-62 Degree requirements

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