4-H Outdoor Educator

University of Maine Cooperative Extension

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This 50-hour comprehensive training delivered by University of Maine Cooperative Extension Human Resources and 4-H Camp and Learning Center Staff or another approved educator includes a combination of online and in-person experiential learning. Training includes practice and demonstration of skills in the following areas:

  • Risk management.
  • Group dynamics and teambuilding.
  • Outdoor safety, including activity planning and preparation.
  • Managing youth emotions, including homesickness.
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No Cost

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  • Outdoor Education
  • Child Safeguarding

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Boost your skills and stand out with a 4-H Outdoor Educator micro-credential!

To register and for more information:

If you’d like to provide this badge to your learners, email extension.microcredentials@maine.edu

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