Whether an athlete participates in water-, land-, sea- or air-based extreme sports, studying adventure sports can open additional career options. In these programs, they could learn about safety, coaching, tourism and management. Courses may introduce students to new sports too.

A certificate is an educational goal for many students who want to improve their visibility among aggressive job applicants. Certificates may help provide students with increased skills and experience in a number of diverse disciplines, such as business, finance, hospitality, leadership, and management.