DEC in Community, Recreation and Leadership Training in Montreal Canada | Dawson College

Become part of one of the most vibrant programs at our institution. After completing your studies, you could build a rewarding career fostering wellness through engaging recreational activities and community initiatives. Our curriculum focuses on practical experience gained through local, national, and international internships that cultivate leadership abilities and offer genuine professional exposure. Participants join a supportive, tight-knit learning environment. CRLT stands as Quebec's sole three-year English-language technical program in this specialized field.
Earning a DEC in Community Recreation and Leadership Training equips students for diverse career paths including: municipal recreation departments, community centers, outdoor adventure programs, therapeutic recreation in healthcare settings, educational institution programming, event planning organizations, fitness facilities, tourism destinations, residential camps, and numerous other opportunities.
Numerous CRLT alumni opt to continue their education in university programs like Recreation Management, Therapeutic Recreation, Leisure Studies, Education, Human Resources, Kinesiology, or Sports Management. Some graduates may qualify for accelerated degree completion (such as at Concordia University) through transfer credits, potentially earning a bachelor's degree in just two additional years.