Outdoor Education
Outdoor Emergency Care NSP Certification (National Ski Patrol)
Trains students to the nationally recognized National Ski Patrol (NSP) standards of emergency medical care in a ski-resort environment for certification in OEC (Outdoor Emergency Care). Outdoor Emergency Care is a training program tailored to the non-urban rescuer. OEC primarily …
Introduction to Outdoor Adventure Skills
Develops technical skills in four adventure program areas: backcountry travel, paddling, rock climbing and challenge course programming. Students observe, imitate, practice and adapt technical and facilitation skills. Students participate in weekly, day-long, local field trips. Special Requirement: This course involves …
Introduces foundational skills in Nordic track and skate and Nordic downhill ski disciplines. Topics include beginner and intermediate cross country track and ski touring skills for both on-and off-trail skiing in low to moderate elevation snow terrain. Students participate in …
River Canoe Instructor Professional Certification ACA Certification (American Canoe Association)
The next session of River Canoe Instructor Professional ACA Certification will take place from April 1st, 2024 to April 10th, 2024, 9am to 4pm. This is a fully in person training. Introduces American Canoe Association (ACA) instructor competencies and curriculum …
This program trains students to the nationally recognized standards of emergency medical care in remote backcountry environments. Wilderness First Responder (WFR) is the industry standard for professional outdoor leaders, guides, camp counselors, rangers, and ski patrollers.
Fundamentals of Technical Rock Climbing
Provides students with an introduction to the philosophy, principles, and practices of technical rock climbing. Topics include equipment selection and use, objective hazard evaluation, safety systems, and rock climbing techniques that are consistent with the standards set by the Professional …
Wilderness First Aid (WFA) & CPR
In this hands-on two-day workshop, earn the nationally recognized SOLO Wilderness First Aid (WFA) Certification!
Top Managed Climbing Instructor – Upgrade Module
This climbing instructor course can be used as an upgrade from a lower level PCIA course or certification, or this could be considered continued education for a current top managed instructor. The course is delivered over one full weekend plus …
Prepares students to become proficient in expedition planning, implementation and leadership of backcountry travel experiences while practicing and applying foundational skills in campcraft, land navigation, wilderness hiking and backpacking. Students learn core competencies of outdoor leadership, including diverse styles of …
American Canoe Association (ACA) Professional Certification – Upgrade Module
This American Canoe Association (ACA) instructor course can be used as an upgrade from a lower level ACA course or certification, or this could be considered continued education for a current ACA instructor. Students will participate in Advanced Swift Water …
Rock Climbing Instructor PCIA Certification (Professional Rock Climbing Instructors Association)
Introduces the Professional Climbing Instructors Association (PCIA) instructor competencies and curriculum for institutional top rope rock climbing certification. Topics include technical proficiency, selection of equipment, safety systems, site and group management, leadership and teaching approaches, curriculum development, and basic rock …
Challenge Course Practitioner ACCT Certification (Association for Challenge Course Technology)
Introduces Association for Challenge Course Technology (ACCT) low and high ropes course competencies and curriculum for certification. Topics include adventure foundations, facilitation and technical skills, risk management, program design, delivery and evaluation. Students participate in regional field trips. Special Requirement: …
Wilderness First Responder Recertification
Renew your Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification with GCC! This scenario-based approach to recertification provides you the opportunity to test your skills against realistic situations.
Wilderness Medical Preparation and Rescue
Develops student knowledge in wilderness rescue and medical emergency preparedness through field simulations for land-based activities. Students participate in weekly day-long field trips. Special Requirement: This course involves moderate to high physical activity and the ability to be active and …
