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![]() Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond, VA Every year, Virginia Commonwealth University grants about 502 degrees to...view more | 100 | 93% | 1 | 1,040 - 1,280 | $22,852 | $48,483 | ||
![]() The University of Montana Missoula, MT Every year, The University of Montana grants around 91 degrees to those...view more | 93 | 96% | 2 | 1,140 - 1,310 | $17,775 | $46,235 |
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Outdoor Education programs prepare individuals to work as an educator, instructor or facilitator in parks, recreational facilities, camps and other outdoor settings. Includes instruction in leadership skills, wilderness survival skills, first aid, group processes, counseling techniques, environmental studies and instruction in recreational activities such as rock climbing, ropes courses, backpacking, kayaking and canoeing.
Of the 3 Outdoor Education degrees granted each year at the Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years level, men make up 33% percent and women make up 67% percent of the field of study. Did you know that Montana has more students being awarded a degree in Outdoor Education than any other state in the US? In fact, Montana granted 2 degrees last year! The average annual income for an undergraduate degree in Outdoor Education is $39,800.
The highest paying jobs for Outdoor Education majors include First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services, Recreation Workers . But, something else to consider is how many job openings there currently is. Positions that are in high need that a degree in Outdoor Education can prepare you for are Recreation Workers, First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services .
These are the highest paying careers for Outdoor Education majors.
Career | Median Salary | Average Annual Job Openings | Employment 2022 | Employment 2032 | % Change | |
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First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services | $46,060 | 3,848 | 32,431 | 34,893 | 8% | |
Recreation Workers | $34,410 | 15,425 | 72,350 | 75,675 | 5% |
These are the careers in highest demand for Outdoor Education majors.
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