Park Ranger Training Program

Northern Arizona University
Parks & Recreation Management Program

Course Information

PRTP 2013-2014 Tentative Dates

bulletSpring 2013 - January 15 to April 26
bulletFall 2013 – August 28 to November 20
bulletSpring 2014 - January 14 to April 25
bulletFall 2014 – August 26 to November 24

PRTP Curriculum

The program includes the required 400 hour National Park Service Seasonal Law Enforcement Training Program (NPS SLETP), the NPS SLETP optional rifle and electronic control device modules, additional training in resource protection, and a physical fitness program.  Detailed course descriptions are linked below.

Physical Fitness Training

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Physical fitness training is required in the PRTP.

Program Tuition: The PRTP offers a CREDIT and NON-CREDIT option.
 

Both the credit and non-credit options are approved to receive GI Bill education benefits. 
For more information, contact NAU Veterans Affairs at 928-523-8387 or visit their web page at http://home.nau.edu/veteransaffairs/

Park and Recreation  Management Bachelor of Science Degree Plan

Students interested in pursuing a Park and Recreation Management Bachelor of Science degree in conjunction with the PRTP have a 3 year campus or distance education plan (3NFREE).

bullet3NFREE Park Protection Degree Plan - Campus - Distance

The PRTP is offered with the following options:

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College Credit Option: 12 credit hours that can be used toward a bachelor’s degree. This is the preferred option for students that are working toward a degree or that may be considering a degree. This option requires admission to NAU and the cost is at the current full-time tuition rate.
 

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Non-Credit Option: This option is best for those that already have an undergraduate degree. The cost is $4500.

 

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Course & Park Ranger Qualifications

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Application Packet  (.pdf)
 

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PRM 310 & 311 Park Protection (course outline)

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PRM 401 Natural Resources Protection (course outline)
 

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PES 100 Fitness and Conditioning
 

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Other Suggested Training

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Student Placements & Photo Gallery
 

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Housing Information



Samuel Arnberger (Class of Spring 2003) and Brian Lake (Class of Fall 2001)on patrol in Glen Canyon, NRA

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