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Dec 30, 2024
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2016-17 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]
Recreation [REC]
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This major in the Recreation, Parks and Leisure Studies Department prepares students for a variety of career opportunities. Because all people seek recreation services in a spectrum of agencies and settings, this degree provides a foundation in liberal arts, leadership, human relations and management skills. This degree is accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Parks, Recreation, Tourism, and Related Professions (COAPRT).
Career Potential
- Parks and recreation director
- Activity director
- YWCA/YMCA director
- Camp director
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A. Required Courses: 39 credit hours
B. Internship: 12 credit hours
Students may not enroll in additional course work while enrolled in the internship. C. Other: 29 credit hours
- Activity Requirement: at least two different recreation activities (2-6 cr. hr.)
- Liberal Arts and Free Electives (17-21 cr. hr.)
- First Aid Requirement: certification in First Aid/CPR/AED or higher
This certification is a prerequisite for REC 475: Internship in Recreation and Leisure Services and must be current for the duration of the REC 475 internship. Acceptable certifications can be found in the advisement manual.
Total Credit Hours Required for Graduation: 121
Example of the B.S. in Recreation over four years
Links to General Education (GE); Foreign Language
Total credit hours for semester: 16
Total credit hours for semester 16
Total credit hours for semester: 16
Total credit hours for semester 16
Total credit hours for semester: 15
Total credit hours for semester 15
Total credit hours for semester: 15
Total credit hours for semester 12
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