Mountain Adventure Skills Training
Introduction
Mountain Adventure Skills Training is a program taught at College of the Rockies, Canada. Intake: Fall, Spring. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (9-month certificate program) options.
Mountain Adventure Skills Training (MAST) is a certificate program at College of the Rockies. Students build skills through cohort-based learning, projects, field trips, and numerous outdoor field courses. The program includes training in hiking, rock climbing, mountaineering, avalanche skills training, ski touring, winter camping, bushcraft and survival skills, and canoeing, rafting, and whitewater kayaking.
MAST runs for 9 months and is based in Fernie, BC. The program includes experiential and applied learning with approximately 60% of time outside. The program includes backcountry expeditions and includes a full season ski pass at Fernie Alpine Resort.
The program is designed for adventure enthusiasts interested in becoming adventure professionals or proficient recreationalists. College of the Rockies states that MAST prepares students for employment in the field of Adventure or Adventure Tourism, or for continuing studies toward a university degree.
Modules
- Basic Tandem Lakewater Paddler
- Basic Solo Lakewater Paddler
- Tandem Moving Water Basic Paddler
- Swiftwater Rescue Technician 3
- Avalanche Skills Training 1
- Avalanche Skills Training 2
- Companion Rescue
- Interpretive Guides Assoc. Basic Knowledge Course
- CASI Snowboard Instructor Certification
- CSIA Ski Instructor Certification
- Wilderness First Responder Certification
- Occupational First Aid
Admission Requirements
The minimum requirements for admission in Mountain Adventure Skills Training at College of the Rockies for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:
- program specific academic requirment set by College of the Rockies.
- English Language OR any other language requirments as set by College of the Rockies as pre-requiste for admission in Mountain Adventure Skills Training.
Note: Please check the university website in the link below.
Prospective students should typically possess a high school diploma or equivalent, with coursework in subjects such as biology, physical education, and geography. A background in outdoor activities and experience in leadership roles may also be advantageous.Courses Units
Please check detail of study units at https://cotr.bc.ca/programs/mountain-adventure-skills-training/
More Information
- Adventure professional
- Adventure Tourism employment
- Avalanche professional
- Outdoor researcher
- Ski patrol hero
- Guide
Scholarships
51 fully funded scholarships are listed for Canada. See Canada scholarships.