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undergraduate

Degree

College Diploma in Recreation and Leisure Services

Course code: #0008

undergraduate

Degree

College Diploma in Recreation and Leisure Services

Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2022)

    $13,750 CAD

  • Application fee

    $100 CAD

  • Duration

    2 years

  • PGWP

    2-3 years

  • Min GPA

    50 out of 100

Deadlines

Term start& deadline Deadline
Fall-September 01-February-2022 2022-02-01
Fall-September 01-February-2023 2023-02-01

Overview

College Diploma in Recreation and Leisure Services

Do you have a passion for working with people?  Are you driven by your desire to make a difference in the lives of others? 

As a recreationist, you can play a vital role in enhancing the well-being of members of our community! 

In the field of recreation, you can pursue a meaningful career in municipal recreation, outdoor adventure, community sport, therapeutic recreation, facility operations, event planning … the opportunities are endless! 

The two-year diploma program at Conestoga College provides you with the skills, knowledge, and experience to make an impact in this exciting field. 

Utilizing theory and best practices in providing recreation and leisure services, you will focus on inclusion, access, health and wellness promotion, programming, community development, leadership, and administration. 

You will bridge classroom learning to real-world practice through interactive classroom experiences and community field placements while expanding your network with industry leaders. 

These opportunities will allow you to explore your interests and expose you to the diversity of the field. 

A recreation and leisure services career allows you to work alongside people of all ages and abilities within various settings such as community agencies, municipalities, or retirement residences. 

Note:

  • Successfully completing the Human Services Foundation certificate program before applying to the Recreation and Leisure Services diploma program is an opportunity to obtain a year of personal growth and education that may contribute to your success in this career-focused program.

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$20,950

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $7,224
Accommodation 1 bed room $7,200
Tuition 1 person $13,750

Hourly wage

Min wage

17.20 CAD / 1 hour

in Canada every student can work 20 hour per week

Required documents

  • Academic/Official Transcripts
  • Language Proficiency (If Applicable)
  • Passport or Visa Documents

Language requirements

GRE
not required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

6
5.5
listening
5.5
writing
5.5
speaking
5.5
reading

TOEFL

80
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listening
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writing
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speaking
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reading

PTE

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listening
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writing
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speaking
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reading

Cambridge

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Language pathway (conditional offer) is available

Conestoga offers a language program for students whose English language skills are below the standard required for admission but have met all other admission criteria. 

For more details, visit this page.

Conestoga English LevelIELTS Academic
Overall Band
TOEFL iBTPearson Test of English
(PTE) Academic
Level 10-2.50-29 
Level 2

3.0-4.0

No band less than 2

30-45 
Level 3

4.5-5.0

No band less than 4.5

46-6036-45
Level 4

5.0-6.0

No band less than 5

61-7946-52
 
Direct entry to most diploma & certificate programs*

6.0

No band less than 5.5

8053-57
Direct entry to graduate certificate and degree programs**

6.5

No band less than 6

8858-60

Academic background and requirement

  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, or 19 years of age or older with mature student status
  • Grade 12 compulsory English, C (60% minimum) or U (50% minimum), or equivalent, OR Conestoga College Preparatory Communications, or equivalent

Career opportunities

  • Environmental Educator
  • Athletic Coach
  • Private Club Manager
  • Event Planner
  • Athletic Superintendent
  • Special Events Supervisor
  • Parks Maintenance Supervisor
  • Pool Manager

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