A program or course in outdoor leadership can prepare students to work in a number of different positions, including as instructors for at-risk youth, people with disabilities, or as a guide for outdoor tourism companies.

Online summer courses are offered by the overwhelming majority of post-secondary institutions. Online learning allows students to take courses from virtually anywhere in the world. Students looking for a nontraditional classroom experience should consider taking online summer courses.

Online learning refers to use of electronic media and information and communication technologies (ICT) in education. With online learning one has the flexibility to access their studies at any time and from anywhere they can log on.