College Diploma - Recreation, Fish and Wildlife (Optional Co-Op)

There is an ever growing need for skilled RFW technologists to play a critical role in understanding, managing, and protecting the vital natural resources. Whether one's interests lie in the importance of ensuring the integrity of fish and wildlife habitats, or creating usable outdoor recreation spaces, this program is great.

Student gain experience in cutting-edge technology with field-based learning giving them the hands-on skills and knowledge necessary to successfully compete for jobs like Park Rangers, Fisheries and Wildlife technologists, and Recreation technologists. Small class sizes and experienced instructors provide a rich learning environment complemented by the spectacular West Kootenay.

The outdoor classroom provides relevant learning experiences for students to gain valuable skills in backcountry recreation, fish and wildlife management, and get practical training in: • Computer systems for environmental technologies • Ecosystem health and management • Fish and wildlife identification and management • Parks and recreation management • Avalanche awareness • Backcountry navigation and travel

Students enrolling in the Recreation, Fish & Wildlife will spend their first year studying alongside students in Integrated Environmental Planning and Forest Technology programs.

This program can provide students with a 4-month Co-Op Education experience and transfers to several Canadian universities offering transfer into a variety of degree programs.