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Cert in Programme court de premier cycle en intervention plein air

Université du Québec à Chicoutimi

Saguenay, Quebec, Canada

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Université du Québec à Chicoutimi offers Cert in Programme court de premier cycle en intervention plein air, a certificate in Social Work programme in Saguenay, Canada. The programme is delivered on campus.

At a glance

Degree: Certificate
Field: Social Work
Delivery: On Campus

We have no tuition fees or an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked September 2026 · Source: uqac.ca ·

Program details

Overview

This short undergraduate certificate (programme court) in outdoor intervention at Universite du Quebec a Chicoutimi is delivered in person on the Saguenay campus, admits students in the summer term, and totals 15 credits. The program provides foundational training in the skills needed to lead and supervise introductory-level outdoor activities, including personal autonomy in natural environments, safe planning and management of outdoor excursions, orientation and navigation, hiking, and basic whitewater competency. Coursework combines classroom instruction with field-based practical activities intended to build the technical and safety skills required of outdoor activity leaders. The certificate suits students pursuing careers in outdoor recreation, adventure tourism, or community and youth programs involving wilderness activities, and can serve as a stand-alone credential or as preparation for further study in outdoor leadership or related fields.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Regular entry is via a Quebec DEC or equivalent plus a letter of intent. An etudes-universitaires route is open to applicants who have completed a minimum of 15 university-level credits with a cumulative average of at least 2.3/4.3, plus a letter of intent. A preparation-suffisante route admits candidates with a secondary school diploma and at least three years of relevant full-time professional experience, judged sufficient, supported by a final transcript, letter of intent, CV, and reference letter.

Application Details

Start Date: Summer

About Université du Québec à Chicoutimi

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1969
Students: 6,500
Programs: 181
Location: Saguenay, Quebec, Canada

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Cert in Programme court de premier cycle en intervention plein air award?

Université du Québec à Chicoutimi awards a Certificate in the field of Social Work on completion of this programme.

Can Cert in Programme court de premier cycle en intervention plein air be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at Université du Québec à Chicoutimi.

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