Overview
Overview
This certificate program emphasizes skills needed to work in a recreation positions such as the YMCA or Parks and Recreation Department. The curriculum focuses on areas such as leadership, program planning, communications and risk management. Students will understand the impact recreation and leisure has on the overall wellness of individuals participating in a recreation program.
This program is available days and evenings. This program is financial aid eligible.
Curriculum
Recreation and Leisure Studies Certificate
| Course Number | Course Title | CL | LAB | CR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DCOM 105C | Digital Communications or | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| XX xxxC | RECR/SPTS Elective | 1-3 | 0 | 1-3 |
| RECR 101C | Introduction to Recreation and Leisure Studies | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| RECR 120C | Recreation Program and Planning | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| RECR 125C | Risk Management in Recreation | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| RECR 230C | Leadership for Recreation, Parks and Leisure Services | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| SPTS 220C | Sports and Recreation Communication | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| SPTS 225C | Sports and Recreation Law | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 19-21 | |||
CL – Number of lecture/classroom hours per week for the course | ||||
Faculty
Hospitality19-21 Credits Required
55-60%
of students qualify for financial aid
