Graduate Certificate in Outdoor Leadership & Education at University of Maine

Programme overview

A 12-credit graduate certificate combining hands-on practice and theory to build skills for facilitating high-quality outdoor learning for participants of all ages. Offered in collaboration with the University of Maine at Machias, it covers experiential and place-based learning in PK-12, post-secondary, adult education and community settings.

Faculty: College of Education and Human Development | Duration: 12 credits | Intake: Fall, Spring, Summer (rolling; preference dates Aug 15, Dec 15, Apr 15) | Study mode: full-time | Location: Orono, ME, United States

What you will study

Four required courses: Ethics and Social Justice in Outdoor Leadership, Bringing the Classroom Outdoors, Risk Management in Experiential and Outdoor Education, and a graduate field practicum completed through a backcountry expedition or an outdoor learning project with a community partner or school.

Career pathways

PK-12 teachers adding outdoor education skills, and careers in guiding and outfitting, wilderness therapy and natural resource management.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with official transcripts. Rolling admission, with preference to applications submitted by August 15 (Fall), December 15 (Spring) or April 15 (Summer). Individual courses may be taken before applying; a B- or higher is required in each to count toward the certificate.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Intake: Fall, Spring, Summer (rolling; preference dates Aug 15, Dec 15, Apr 15)

Duration: 12 Credits

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