REC 1530 - Rock Climbing for Instructors, Level I

Credits: (1)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: 1st Blk
Course Fee: $85.00
Course Fee Purpose: This course has a fee attached. Course fees are established in order to benefit the students in this course and may, among other things, be used to cover the costs of equipment replacement and maintenance, consumable materials, licensure examinations, or to meet specific regulatory requirements. Examples of course fee expenditures for this course include rock climbing equipment and AMGA licensing fees.
Description: This course is intended for individuals pursuing work as climbing instructors or guides and covers the curriculum of the American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA) Single Pitch Instructor Course. Instruction will take place predominantly at local outdoor climbing areas through practical skills sessions. The course also includes relevant lecture, discussion, and teaching exercises. Emphasis will be placed on development of skills and knowledge base for rock climbing instructors.