Recreation and Parks Administration
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Certificate in Recreation and Parks Administration
Hugh Gibson, Program Director
Kings Street Annex, Room 102; Phone: 417-836-5417
HughGibson@MissouriState.edu
Program description
The Recreation and Parks Administration Certificate is a 12-hour program that includes four 3-credit courses. It is designed to provide preparation for administrative positions in professional recreation, parks and leisure agencies at the international, national, state and local level.
Admission requirements
- A Bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by agencies recognized by Missouri State University or equivalent education from a foreign university.
- A resume and a written statement of goals and interest in the RPA Certificate. This written statement will be reviewed to assess the applicant's motivation and commitment to complete the graduate degree and as evidence of the writing skills necessary to succeed in the program.
- All additional admission requirements established by Missouri State University and the Graduate College.
Certificate course requirements (12 hrs)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| REC 623 | Administration of Recreation, Sport and Park Agencies | 3 hrs |
| REC 615 OR KIN 780 |
Risk Management for Recreation, Sport and Park Agencies |
3 hrs |
| Choose 6 hours from the following: | ||
| REC 651 | Outdoor Leadership | 3 hrs |
| KIN 600 | Seminar in Physical Education (Education Abroad) | 3-6 hrs |
| KIN 798 | Field Experience | 3-6 hrs |