Humber Polytechnic

Recreation and Leisure Services

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Program Information

School:Humber Polytechnic
Faculty:Humber North Campus / School of Hospitality, Recreation, and Tourism
Degree:Diploma; Co-op
Field of Study:Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies
Description:

Humber’s Recreation and Leisure Services diploma program provides you with skills needed to start your career in government, not-for-profit and commercial recreation organizations. You will learn about recreation programming, special event management, staff management, facility operations, marketing and other services within the industry.



The curriculum is designed with industry collaboration, ensuring it is current and relevant. Within the program, students use ActiveNet software and PerfectMind, the most widely used registration management software in the recreation industry.

URL:Recreation and Leisure Services at Humber Polytechnic
Length:2 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
International: $16,394
Careers:Recreation and Sports Managers

Admission Requirements

Prerequisites:*These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade12 English 
To be eligible for admission, you must possess the following:


Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent including these required courses:


Grade 12 English (ENG4C or ENG4U or equivalent)


Three Grade 11 or Grade 12 C, M or U courses in addition to those listed above


or


Mature student status


or


College or university transfer status

Test Scores:
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (Paper Based) [min. 550] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 80] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.0] or Michigan English Language Assessment Battery [min. 76]
Additional Admission Requirements:
    Applicants are strongly recommended to develop the following skillsets: computer knowledge/word processing, communication/interpersonal skills, related volunteer work and introductory background in recreation/leisure. First aid/CPR training is an asset.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on June 15, 2022