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What will I learn?

Expand your local and international career opportunities - Join the rapidly-growing tourism industry.

The two-year Tourism - Travel Services Ontario College Diploma program gives you the experience and specialized skills you need for an exciting career in the diverse tourism and travel industry sectors.

In this program, you receive current travel industry knowledge from our faculty, who have a strong background in all of the industry sectors.

This essential knowledge includes:

• the practical application of industry software used in the airline and travel services industry
• world tourism geography
• customer service excellence

Volunteer at industry events, network with industry professionals and travel locally as well as internationally to Costa Rica where you can earn a course credit.

Learn about current industry trends like sustainable tourism, niche and group travel and customized vacation planning.

Expand your real-world experience during a two-week field placement in the tourism and travel sector of your choice.

The diverse set of skills and opportunities provided by this program gives you the confidence you need to start your career.

Algonquin College graduates have a competitive edge with employers because the program has earned the highest (5-star) accreditation from The Association of Canadian Travel Agencies (ACTA), cementing its reputation for excellence within the industry.

Which department am I in?

Full time (2 years).

7 September 2024

Woodroffe Campus,

1385 Woodroffe Avenue,

Ontario (ON),

K2G 1V8, Canada

Entry requirements

For international students.

College Eligibility

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent. Applicants with an OSSD showing senior English and/or Mathematics courses at the Basic Level, or with Workplace or Open courses, will be tested to determine their eligibility for admission; OR

Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) certificate; OR

General Educational Development (GED) certificate; OR

Mature Student status (19 years of age or older and without a high school diploma at the start of the program).

Applicants with International transcripts must provide proof of the subject specific requirements noted above along with proof of either:

IELTS-International English Language Testing Service-Overall band of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each band;

TOEFL-Internet-based (iBT)-overall 80, with the minimum in each component: Reading: 20, Listening: 20, Speaking: 20, Writing: 20

Deadline: Applications for Fall Term and Winter Term admission received by February 1 will be given equal consideration.

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Field placement/work placement

• Scheduled hours of activities intended to give student hands- on experience in the workplace and for which the students do not typically receive a regular salary or wage from the employer; this instructional setting is characterized by:
• Activities that are an integral component of the curriculum of the program and are necessary for the completion of the program.
• Activities in which college staff do not directly supervise students and for which college staff undertake one or more of the following activities:
• Make periodic site visits.
• Ensure that assignments given to students and the work being done by students are suitable for the program.
• Monitor the students’ progress in the field placement activity.
• Help address problems encountered by students in the field or work placement activity.
• Evaluate student’s performance in the field or work placement activity.

The two-year Outdoor Adventure Ontario College Diploma program prepares you for working in the outdoors, leading adventure trips and teaching outdoor skills. Half of your time in the program is spent outdoors, in a variety of locations and adventure operations, including our partner training location at Wilderness Tours. The other half takes place at Algonquin College`s Waterfront Campus.

Complete technical training in various land-based activities from mountain biking and rock climbing to skiing and ice climbing. You also build guiding ability in water-based activities, such as:... (read more)

Programs at Algonquin College are delivered using a variety of instruction modes. Courses may be offered in the classroom or lab, entirely online, or in a hybrid mode which combines classroom sessions with virtual learning activities. Upon registration, each full-time student is provided an Algonquin email account which is used to communicate important information about program or course events.

Course Name:

Computer Applications

Course Description:

Students learn to apply, appropriately and effectively, standard word processing, spreadsheet and database software to business applications... + Read More

Communications I

Communication remains an essential skill sought by employers, regardless of discipline or field of study. Using a practical, vocation-orient... + Read More

Marketing the Tourism Experience

Tourism operators face unique challenges and opportunities in marketing their products. Students examine navigating these challenges as well... + Read More

Outdoor Expedition

This first of four expeditions in the program is to introduce students to a challenging variety of rafting rivers and commercial operations.... + Read More

Students are provided with an introduction to their diploma program and to the skills training component. Based at the Wilderness Tours site... + Read More

Students further develop camping, cooking and travel skills with an emphasis placed on backcountry travel and winter camping. Core learning ... + Read More

River Rescue I

Students learn river rescue techniques as they pertain to canoes, kayaks and rafts. Hypothermia and drowning, rescue in moving water, improv... + Read More

Whitewater Kayak I

This course is an introduction to whitewater kayaking: kayak equipment, strokes and concepts, river running, rolling and rescues are introdu... + Read More

River Rafting I

Students learn the fundamentals of paddle raft guiding. Students become familiar with such techniques as driving, ferrying, drifting and sur... + Read More

Flatwater Canoeing

Students learn basic flatwater skills that are necessary to earn instructor certification. They are educated in canoe construction, equipmen... + Read More

Cross Country Cycling I

This is an introductory course in mountain biking offering the student instruction in biking equipment, basic bike repair, and riding techni... + Read More

Rock Climbing I

Students develop specific skills required to manage themselves in an outdoor climbing environment. Rock climbing, belaying techniques, equip... + Read More

Outdoor Adventure Leadership

Leadership skills are used to foster a safe, respectful, and well-organized outdoor adventure expedition. Students build foundational leader... + Read More

Accounting is used to record business transactions, organize information and communicate financial information in order to make sound busine... + Read More

Communication for the Outdoor Adventure Workplace

This course continues from Communications I to help you achieve graduate level communication skills. Topics include workplace and employment... + Read More

Winter Expedition

This course is a multi-day winter expedition with direct focus on winter camp craft and winter travel techniques. Students apply and demonst... + Read More

Nordic SkIIng I

Cross country skiing is introduced. Classic striding and skating technique, equipment knowledge, waxing and basic fitness are covered.Prereq... + Read More

Ice Climbing I

Focus is placed on the sport of ice climbing with emphasis placed upon safety in the winter environment, in the vertical environment, ice cl... + Read More

Wilderness First Aid Skills

Outdoor professionals require a Wilderness First Aid Certificate in remote areas. Students focus on the principles of patient management and... + Read More

Risk Management - Outdoor Adventure

Minimization of risk contributes to a safe and sustainable outdoor adventure environment. Students explore theoretical and practical applica... + Read More

Alpine SkIIng and Snowboarding I

Students are introduced to alpine ski and snowboard techniques and equipment. This course utilizes Canadian Ski Instructors Alliance (CSIA) ... + Read More

A broad overview of ecological concepts and issues is provided. The ecological foundation that students need to understand the environment a... + Read More

Ecology and Marine Ecosystems

To effectively guide and work in a marine setting students require an ecological foundation in aquatic ecosystems to understand the environm... + Read More

General Education Elective

Students choose one course, from a group of general education electives, which meets one of the following five theme requirements: Arts in S... + Read More

Human Resources

Human resources are a key asset of adventure tourism operations. Students learn practical staff management skills ranging from work and task... + Read More

Sea Kayak Expedition

This multi-day expedition takes place in a large river/lake fresh water environment. Sea kayaking, Leave No Trace practices, open water haza... + Read More

The Outdoor Adventure Industry

The history, current status, and future trends of the different segments within the adventure travel industry are discussed. Through industr... + Read More

Raft Guide - Paddle and Oar Rig

Guides develop the skills for commercial guiding in both paddle rafts and oar rigs. Paddle crew management, verbal communication and efficie... + Read More

Rock Climbing II

Advanced skill development in all aspects of single-pitch rock climbing is provided. Emphasis is placed on edge management, top anchor and t... + Read More

Canoe Guiding

Students prepare for canoe trip leading. Trip planning, logistics, navigation, on-water group management and safety are covered via a multi-... + Read More

Whitewater Kayak Instructor

Skill development is targeted to more comfortable and aggressive paddlers by continuing the technique progression towards instructor certifi... + Read More

Backpacking Guide

Students enhance their wilderness travel skills while experiencing a multi-day backpacking expedition. Land based navigation, Leave No Trace... + Read More

Mountain Bike Guide

Students demonstrate skills to enhance and develop their personal riding techniques, teach basic to intermediate riding techniques, plan and... + Read More

Cycle Touring Guide

Students develop guide-level cycle touring skills with a focus on learning and executing industry-specific standards for cycle touring guide... + Read More

Multi-Day Whitewater Guide

Guides integrate paddling skills, on-river management and logistics planning in a multi-day whitewater trip format. Students learn logistics... + Read More

Understanding the Natural Environment

Various aspects of earth science and life systems are studied. Topics provide students with information they can incorporate into guiding an... + Read More

Geotourism and the Natural Environment

Understanding the natural environment and the geological features and landscape that shape our world is vital information for students to in... + Read More

The Business of Outdoor Adventure

Concepts learned in previous accounting, marketing, human resources and industry courses provide students with basic skills required in plan... + Read More

Digital Marketing for Outdoor Adventure

Digital media has changed how marketing is created, delivered and consumed. Students learn specific tools and strategies to leverage new med... + Read More

Mental Health First Aid Skills

This mental health first aid course is designed for guides working with diverse populations. Common mental health disorders are explored as ... + Read More

Advanced Expedition

Advanced Expedition is designed as the culmination of all expeditions within the Outdoor Adventure program. Students complete all logistical... + Read More

Wilderness First Responder Recertification

The Wilderness First Responder recertification is a skills-based course that focuses on case-based scenarios, dealing with in-field patient ... + Read More

Introduction to Mountain Rescue

Students acquire a basic knowledge of travel in an alpine environment. Core elements include an introduction to weather in alpine environmen... + Read More

Graduate Portfolio

Students analyze their professional development and learning based on program standards and specific course learning requirements. Students ... + Read More

Advanced Trail Design

Participants of the advanced trail elective take a hands-on approach to developing and building sustainable trail features, and incorporate ... + Read More

Ice Climbing II

Students focus on technical ice climbing. Various locations are utilized to broaden the scope of winter climbing practices with emphasis pla... + Read More

Rope Rescue

Students develop climbers' rig and rope rescue skills in both industrial and recreational environments. Core topics, such as anchors, techni... + Read More

Terrain Park Operations

Students are prepared for a leadership role at a ski area's terrain park. Learning includes everything from how a feature is built, access, ... + Read More

Sports Injury Management

Sports injury, especially as it relates to outdoor sports is examined. Students understand the underlying mechanisms of orthopedic injury in... + Read More

Advanced Bicycle Mechanic

Students learn to overhaul bicycles and how to maintain a fleet of bicycles for shop and rental purposes. Emphasis is placed on maintenance ... + Read More

This course introduces students to the duties and responsibilities of resort ski patrol. Emphasis is placed on resort protocols and procedur... + Read More

Emphasis is placed on the procedural and practical components of client-based activity through zipline and vertical rope environment. Equipm... + Read More

Rain Forest and Tropical Science

Students actively participate in the Algonquin Rain Forest Project by completing a one week field trip to Costa Rica to explore its ecosyste... + Read More

Ecotourism and Sustainable Development

A general review of tourism and its many forms is provided followed by a strong focus on sustainable nature-based tourism and the developmen... + Read More

Alpine Ski II

Emphasis is placed on teaching techniques for intermediate skiers. Students enhance their skiing and teaching skills while focusing on asses... + Read More

Snowboard II

Emphasis is placed on teaching techniques for intermediate snowboarders. Students enhance their snowboarding and teaching skills while focus... + Read More

Nordic Ski Instructor

Students prepare for the Level 1 Canadian Association of Nordic Ski Instructors (CANSI) course. Integrating skate and classic technique with... + Read More

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Enl7777 communications i, env0002 environmental citizenship, fin2300 introduction to personal finance, ged5002 victimology, ged5003 the science of play, ged5004 living green, ged5005 greek mythology, ged5006 world religions, ged5200 learning disabilities, the invisible disability, ged5300 the science of everyday life, ged6022 a sense of humour, ged7019 becoming an entrepreneur: is it for me, gen1957 science fiction, gen2003 healthy lifestyle, gen2007 community service, his0001 saints and heroes: shining a spotlight on the 'dark ages', europe a.d. 410-1096, hos2228 wine, food and culture, lib1982 reading for recreation, mgt7330 trends in today's workplace, mkt7200 marketing the tourism experience, mvm8800 the impact of the car on north american culture, oad7109 camp craft, oad7110 river rescue i, oad7111 whitewater kayak i, oad7112 river rafting i, oad7114 flatwater canoeing, oad7115 cross country cycling i, oad7126 rock climbing i, oad7200 outdoor adventure leadership, oad7213 nordic skiing i, oad7216 ice climbing i, oad7217 wilderness first aid skills, oad7218 risk management - outdoor adventure, oad7220 alpine skiing and snowboarding i, oad7342 raft guide - paddle and oar rig, oad7345 whitewater kayak instructor, psi0003 globalization and sustainability, rad2001 popular culture, soc2003 understanding human sexuality, careers & pathways.

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2023/2024 Academic Year

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• Personal Info & Health Form
• Assumption of Risk & Release Form

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• Letter of Intent, Resume & Reference Online Form
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Jeff Jackson

Program coordinator.

[email protected]

613-735-4700, ext. 2704

Course Areas: Risk Management, Leadership, Adventure Industry Analysis, Business Planning, Advanced Expedition, Whitewater Expedition

Adventure Industry Experience:

• 25 years of expedition guiding and instruction, ranging from the Yukon to Austria to the Southwest United States
• Senior instructor with Outward Bound and the National Outdoor Leadership School
• Manager of high profile kayak schools, expedition programs, and Nordic ski resorts; trail builder and trail manager
• Risk management consultant working with Canadian and international organizations
• Present and publish extensively on adventure-based risk management issues
• Ph.D., Sprott School of Business; research in the area of safety motivation and organizational culture
• M.Ed., Charles Sturt University (2005); thesis research in using case studies to build judgment
• Bachelor of Business Administration (Hon.) Wilfrid Laurier University (1993)

Professional Qualifications / Industry Certification:

• Co-author, Managing Risk, Systems Planning Of Outdoor Adventure Programs (2010)
• Whitewater kayak instructor trainer (CanoeKayak Canada); river rescue instructor

Other Interests:

Trail tourism and community development

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