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Workforce Training Programs

Partnering with Outdoor Organizations

In partnership with numerous outdoor companies, nonprofits, trade associations and government agencies, Oregon State University is in the process of building two critical training programs for the current and future workforce.

These programs represent the beginning phase of the Outdoor Recreation Economy Initiative as we continue to work with numerous stakeholders on developing industry-responsive programs.

Workforce Training Programs

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These two programs are currently in development, so be sure to join our email list and revisit our website to stay up-to-date!
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Career Pathway Certificate Program

The Career Pathway Certificate Program is designed to help existing employees in the outdoor recreation economy prepare for and develop new and better jobs.

Secondarily, the project aims to help employers retain and upskill employees.

The program will be a combination of online coursework and in-person experiential “camp,” fully serviced, with integrated public service work aimed at character and community building.

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Our training program combine online learning, in-person training and team building experiences to achieve our learning outcomes.

Career Pipeline Training Program

The Career Pipeline Training Program is a model on how to train the future industry, agency and nonprofit workforce for this economy.

The program helps interested and passionate young adults (high school graduates or recent college graduates) who wish to move quickly into jobs in the outdoor recreation economy.

Training is designed to ensure that the learner gains the core competencies, experience and relationships necessary to succeed.

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$16.4 BILLION
in Oregon consumer spending
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$5.1 BILLION
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$749 MILLION
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175,000
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About OREI

The outdoor industry is a powerhouse of meaningful job creation and a driving force of Oregon’s economy, creating a unique quality of life in rural and urban areas and attracting new businesses and professional talent to our communities.
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Workforce Training

Oregon State University has a proven track record of building custom and non-credit workforce trainings, from self-paced learning opportunities to online continuing education classes, and is uniquely positioned to do this work for the outdoor recreation economy.
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Career Pathways

There are many job opportunities in the outdoor recreation economy for those with the right skills and experience. We are currently building a database of job openings along with various pathways to help you build out your credentials and get to work.
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Who We Are

OREI was created to join forces with private and public partners to strategically address a critical need for workforce development identified in Oregon and beyond.

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Take the first step to get involved with accelerating the growth of this rapidly expanding industry.

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We’d love to hear from you! Let us know if you have any questions or comments about the initiative!
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