RECREATION LEADERSHIP

Program List

Associate in Science Degree

Employment opportunities in the recreation field have been growing at a steady pace over recent years. Most positions require a Bachelor’s degree while others are available to Associate degree graduates. Positions in the public sector, such as those in municipal and county park and recreation departments, as well as those in the voluntary sector, such as YMCA and Scouting have continued to become available at attractive salaries. Students learn valuable competencies through experiential learning opportunities, such as class projects and field work. Many students transfer to the University of Connecticut, Southern Connecticut State University, Springfield College, or other colleges to pursue advanced degrees.

Advisor: H. Clark Schroeder, hcschroeder@nwcc.commnet.edu, 860-738-6427

Note: A minimum grade of "C" is required in all recreation courses.

General Education Requirements
   ENG*101 Composition 3

Literature or Communication

 ENG*102 Literature & Composition 3
Behavioral Science PSY*111 General Psychology I 3
Humanities/ Arts   Humanities or Arts Elective 3
Mathematics MAT* Mathematics Elective1 3
Natural/ Physical Science   Lab Science Elective 4
Social Science    Social Science Elective 3
Liberal Arts Com*173 Public Speaking 3
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Program Requirements
   RLS*101 Intro to Recreation & leisure Service 3
   RLS*201 First Aid & Emergency Care 3
   RLS*215 Rec Leadership & Supervision 3
   RLS*219 Field Work in Recreation Leadership 3
   SOC*101 Principles of Sociology 3
   HPE* Physical Activities 1
   HPE* Physical Activities 1
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Specialized Program Requirements
   RLS*102 Social Recreation 3
   RLS*103 Social & Folk Dance 2
   RLS*121 Intro to Therapeutic Recreation Serv 3
   RLS*145 Park Management 3
      Computer Science Elective 3
      Program Elective 1 3
      Elective 1 3
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      Total 62
1. Selected in consultation with advisor.

 

Program Outcomes

Upon successful completion of all program requirements, graduates should be able to:

  1. Discuss the history of the recreation movement in the United States and the importance of play to all children and adults.
  2. Determine the recreational needs and interests of people in a given population area.
  3. Develop programs and activities designed for residents of a given geographical area.
  4. Demonstrate effective problem solving abilities in community relation settings.
  5. Conduct a variety of small and large group recreational activities.
  6. Schedule league and tournament activities.
  7. Design and lay out athletic .elds and indoor competition areas as well as child play areas.
  8. Manage a community recreation department, including personnel management, budgeting, park and facility design, committee work, and conducting public meetings.
  9. Manage the growth of turf grass, ornamentals and trees.
  10. Identify a variety of special population groups and understand their special needs.
  11. Develop programs and activities designed for the abilities of disabled residents.
  12. Administer emergency first aid.
  13. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  14. Deliver effective public presentations regarding recreation in modern society.