Make Recreation & Leisure a Career

On-the-Job Training, Practical Skills & Support to Pursue a Rewarding Career in Community Recreation

If you cringe at the idea of sitting behind a desk all day, enjoy being active and are looking for a career where you can motivate and help others in a fun community environment, you may be well-suited to excel in a professional Recreation and Leisure career.

Professionals in this field work in recreational settings providing leadership to diverse populations and assisting clients to make healthy choices in leisure and recreation activities.

Career Opportunities

Qualified Recreation and Leisure professionals may pursue employment in a variety of interesting settings, including:

• Municipal Recreation and Parks Departments
• Private Agencies (YM/YWCAs, Boys and Girls Club)
• Senior Citizen’s Centres
• Nursing Homes
• Commercial Recreation Facilities
• Cruise Ships
• Outdoor Adventure Programs

And More!

Getting Started in the Field

The Recreation and Leisure diploma program from Algonquin College offers the hands-on training, technical knowledge and practical experience it takes to pursue a fun and rewarding Recreation and Leisure career.

This program provides a good foundation for students who are interested in sports, fitness, recreation, leisure and special events to work in the recreation industry. Students receive training in recreation programming for various age groups, therapeutic recreation, marketing, computers, human development, trends, risk management and other subjects used by recreation professionals.

Successful graduates of this program enter the professional setting with confidence, knowing they have the skills to help people be active and make the most of their leisure activities.

Active, Real-World Training

Careers in recreation are active and at Algonquin College that’s how we believe they should be taught. Students in this program participate in Field Placements in real Recreation and Leisure employment settings.

Field Placements allow you to explore various aspects of your new career and make valuable industry connections before you graduate. You’ll feel comfortable moving from student to recreation professional after gaining direct, practical experience in real work environments.

Funding Your Career Training

Education is an investment in your future. At Algonquin, we realize that all students come from unique financial backgrounds. There are many options when it comes to financing your education including Federal and Provincial Student Aid, Installment Payment Plans, Scholarships, Loans, Lines of Credit and more. There are a variety of Awards and Bursaries also available.

Our Financial Aid experts can help you navigate your funding options, including filling out the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) application, and help you discover the financing solution that’s right for you.

Is a Rewarding Career in Recreation and Leisure Right for You?

If you’re interested in learning more about careers in Recreation and Leisure, and exploring whether this is the right career path for you, fill out the form on the side of this page and receive a FREE Career Information Kit. A helpful Algonquin Career College Advisor will be happy to assist you with everything from career questions to financial aid and help you discover your ideal career path.

For immediate questions, call 1-888-707-2922