# Recreation and Leisure Studies (Certificate)

Antelope Valley College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Recreational Leadership

Source: https://avc.elumenapp.com/catalog/2026-27/program/recreation-and-leisure-studies-certificate-fall-2024

The Recreation and Leisure Studies certificate will provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to perform at an entry-level position in both private and public agencies in a wide variety of careers which may include event planning, recreational program planning, sport and tournament planning, hospitality, therapeutic recreation and tourism.

### Program Requirements

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Required Courses: Complete all of the following** | | 24 |
| HE 100 | First Aid and Emergency Care | 3 |
| HE 101 | Health Education | 3 |
| KINT 100 | Introduction to Kinesiology | 3 |
| KINT 105 | Active Lifestyles: Personal Wellness and Nutrition | 3 |
| KINT 114 | Athletic and Fitness Organization and Administration | 3 |
| KINT 115 | Foundation For Fitness And Wellness | 3 |
| REC 101 | Introduction to Recreation and Leisure | 3 |
| REC 102 | Recreational Leadership | 3 |

### Recommended Pathway

#### New Sequence

**Term 1** (12 units)

-   HE101 - Health Education (3)
-   REC101 - Introduction to Recreation and Leisure (3)
-   KINT100 - Introduction to Kinesiology (3)
-   KINT115 - Foundation For Fitness And Wellness (3)

**Term 2** (12 units)

-   KINT114 - Athletic and Fitness Organization and Administration (3)
-   HE100 - First Aid and Emergency Care (3)
-   KINT105 - Active Lifestyles: Personal Wellness and Nutrition (3)
-   REC102 - Recreational Leadership (3)

### Program Outcomes

### Recreation and Leisure Studies Certificate