What is an outdoor studies director and how to become one

Key steps to become an outdoor studies director

1. Explore outdoor studies director education requirements

   Most common outdoor studies director degrees

   Bachelor's

   78.4 %

   Master's

   10.8 %

   Associate

   5.4 %

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2. Start to develop specific outdoor studies director skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Outdoor Recreation	43.18%
   ACA	41.24%
   Program Equipment	15.58%

3. Complete relevant outdoor studies director training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of Less than 1 month on post-employment, on-the-job training. New outdoor studies directors learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as an outdoor studies director based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real outdoor studies director resumes.

4. Research outdoor studies director duties and responsibilities

   • Instruct and evaluate effectiveness of healthy living programs to include teen pregnancy prevention and sexually transmit diseases
   • Provide ecological values through diverse recreational and adventure activities specially design for teenagers, and older adults.
   • Prepare and lead worship, devotions, bible study and faith-base activities for staff and campers.

5. Apply for outdoor studies director jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for an outdoor studies director job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams