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Parks
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Parks
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Northern Arizona University has been offering Bachelor of Science degrees in Recreation since 1961. The Parks and Recreation Management Program (PRM) is located in the Geography, Planning and Recreation Department, a unit within the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences.
The Parks and Recreation Management Program is accredited by the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA). The PRM program prepares professionals for rewarding positions in the exciting and rapidly growing field of parks, recreation and leisure services through traditional campus and web based courses. We promote, experiential education, and real-life challenges, which teaches students to plan, organize and facilitate challenging and satisfying leisure service programs to meet the needs of an ever-changing population. We offered the first (2003) and still the only NRPA accredited online Bachelor of Science degree in Park and Recreation Management.
"Knowledge, Experience and Exploration; a unique partnership
preparing park, recreation and leisure service professionals for careers in the
21st century."
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Faculty in the program have diverse interests and experience in outdoor leadership,
community recreation management, park and resource protection, recreation programming, interpretation, outdoor
recreation research, recreation site and area planning and leisure theory. Emerging trends in leisure and recreation underscore the dynamic
environment in which the recreation professional must be prepared to function. In this
dynamic setting, recreation professionals are leaders whose vital role it is to ensure the
availability of future park, recreation and leisure service opportunities.
"The only true measure of
ones life is how many other lives you have touched."
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The Parks and Recreation Management Program is housed in NAU's Social and Behavioral Science West building. Here, students have access to the latest computer technology and equipment.
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Meet the PRM Faculty One of the most recognized strengths of the PRM program is the professionalism, dedication, and commitment of it's faculty. They collectively bring professional experiences from across the park, recreation and leisure services spectrum. PRM faculty from left to right; Aaron Divine, Marieke Taney, Dr. Charles Hammersley,
Dr. Pam Foti, Kathy Dodd and Judy Montoya.
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For more information contact: Kathy Dodd, Director |
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We offered the first (2003) and still only NRPA accredited online Bachelor of Science degree in Parks and Recreation Management. We offer two online degrees.
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Bachelor
of Science in Parks and Recreation Management; and |
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Bachelors of Arts in
Disciplinary Studies (BA-IS) & Bachelors of Science in Interdisciplinary
Studies (BS-IS) |
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The difference between the two are in the PRM
and curriculum
requirements. If you plan to pursue a career in the park and recreation
profession we recommend the Bachelor
of Science degree in Park and Recreation Management. The program of study for
the Bachelor
of Science degree in Park and Recreation Management is the
same as the one offered to our campus students at the Flagstaff Mountain campus. The NAU Parks and Recreation Management
online degree requires 120 hours of credit, including a 45-hour professional core.
Worldwide University (online out-of-state) students do not pay out-of-state tuition and all PRM core courses are offered via the World Wide Web. Distance students usually combine NAU web classes with previous or concurrent college coursework from other institutions to meet the 120 hour requirement. Most distance students take the PRM core courses and either the Community/Commercial or Individual emphases via the web at NAU, but may also include liberal studies courses from their local community college or other institutions. |
For more information about the PRM online degree contact:
Dr. Charles Hammersley,
phone (928) 523-6655 or e-mail: Charles.Hammersley@nau.edu
The PRM Certificate was designed to meet the needs of individuals currently working in the parks and recreation field who wish to strengthen their professional background. In addition, it provides an opportunity for individuals without a park and recreation background to achieve a sound academic foundation in this field.
The difference between a "Certificate" and a "Minor" is the Certificate was designed for non-matriculating, non-traditional students. The PRM Minor is for degree seeking students with other than a PRM Major. The PRM Certificate consists of six PRM classes (16-18 hours) delivered via the World Wide Web.
For more information about the PRM online certificate contact:
Dr. Charles Hammersley,
phone (928) 523-6655 or e-mail: Charles.Hammersley@nau.edu
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Career Opportunities
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Parks and recreation management graduates can find jobs with municipal parks and recreation departments; private resorts, clubs, and spas; federal land-management agencies; county, state, and federal correctional institutions; non-profit organizations; religious youth and adult organizations; hospitals; military installations; sporting goods manufacturers and trade associations; and travel and tour companies. In it's Jan 1, 2000 edition, Newsweek predicted that by 2050, a full 50% of American jobs will be in "leisure/tourism." Agencies Which Employ PRM Majors
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More Park and Recreation Management Information
Internship Program
The final semester of the Parks and Recreation Management Program consists of
pre-professional work experience, PRM 408 Internship in Parks
and Recreation Management. A fifteen-week internship is required to earn the bachelor
of science degree and may be completed at a park, recreation, and/or leisure service
agency of the student's choice. A student must complete 600 hours of work for an
organization and fulfill guidelines as set by the intern advisor of the recreation
program. The internship may be completed at an agency in the public sector, commercial
enterprise, or a nonprofit organization, within the United States or abroad.
Recreation Opportunities at NAU
Students attending NAU find a wide range of recreational opportunities awaiting them both
off and on campus. Abundant local public recreation lands, including the Grand Canyon
National Park, provide prime recreation opportunities as well as living laboratories in
which to learn first-hand about recreation management. The diverse opportunities for
recreation participation and education also include on-campus recreation centers that
offer weight-lifting rooms, gymnasiums, racquetball courts and swimming.
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Flagstaff was voted the 9th best
college town by Outside magazine (September 2003) "...take advantage of the adventure perfect landscape and mild climate to get outside..." |
A major source for on-campus recreation is the NAU Outdoors Program which features classes on kayaking, fly-fishing, rock climbing, and skiing. The program also rents equipment at low cost to students for camping, backpacking, and other activities.
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Please contact us for further information:
Contact: Dr. Charles Hammersley |
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