B.S.  in Recreation Leadership (610)
Bachelor of Science in Recreation Leadership (610)

General Education Requirements
For a complete listing of the General Education and University Requirements go to General Education

Major Requirements
 Take all of these courses
 RL 189
 RL 200
 RL 298R
 RL 304
 RL 307
 RL 320
 RL 343
 RL 380
 RL 483
 RL 486
 RL 487
 RL 498R

AND
      Take 7 Credits
      RL 123
      RL 223R
      RL 224R
      RL 225R

     AND
      Take 3 Credits
      RL 423
      RL 424

Sample Sequence of Courses

RE 095	(0:0:0)
RL 123  Basic Outdoor Skills	(2:1:2)
Fee:  $25.00
A beginning level course covering outdoor clothing, equipment, wilderness navigation, outdoor cooking, safety, and minimal impact camping techniques. A prerequisite for all sections of RL223R Land Skills; RL225R Snow Skills; and RL224R Water Skills (except for Fly Tying).
RL 200 Recreation Leadership	(3:3:0)
Application of leadership theories and principles to recreation settings.
RL 223R Outdoor Skills - Land	(1-6:2:2)
Fee:  $VAR
Prerequisite: RL123 required for all land skills classes or instructors permission.
Skill and leadership development for camping, hiking, survival skills, backpacking, wilderness navigation, rockclimbing and mountain biking. See schedule for topic and number of credits allowed for a specific class.
RL 224R Outdoor Skills - Water	(1-6:2:2)
Fee:  $VAR
Prerequisite: RL123 required for all sections of water skills except fly tying.
Skill and leadership development for one of the following: canoeing, kayaking, whitewater rafting, fly fishing and fly tying. See class schedule for topic and number of credits allowed for a specific class.
RL 225R Outdoor Skills - Snow	(1-6:2:2)
Fee:  $VAR
Prerequisite: RL123 required for all snow skill classes or instructors permission.
Skill and leadership development for winter camping, snowshoeing, cross country skiing, backcountry skiing and mountaineering. See class schedule for topic and number of credits allowed for specific section.
RL 298R Introductory Internship	(1-3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Must have completed 12 credits of Recreation Leadership core classes. Student must contact the Internship Director when planning their internship experience.
An introductory experience in a departmental approved leisure service program.
RL 304 Leisure in Society	(3:3:0)
Exploration of challenges associated with leisure. Emphasis on leisure values and their relationship to society and the individual.
RL 307 Accessible Recreation	(3:3:0)
Agencies, programs, theories, and professional opportunities associated with recreation for the disabled. Practical methods emphasized.
RL 320 Program Management	(3:3:0)
Organization and administrative skills necessary for the planning and development of recreation programs in commercial, public, and non-profit settings. Theoretical concepts with a practical application emphasis.
RL 342 Environmental Interpretation	(3:3:0)
Fee:  $0.00
Techniques useful for outdoor recreation visitor information and education programs and services.
RL 343 Experiential Education/Adventure Challenge Leadership	(3:3:0)
The design and facilitation of experiential learning activities. Emphasis on leadership and teambuilding.
RL 370 Therapeutic Recreation	(3:3:0)
Fee:  $0.00
Introduction to the field of Therapeutic Recreation. Clinical interventions for individuals with special needs or problems.
RL 380 Wilderness First Responder	(4:2:3)
Fee:  $200.00
Prerequisite: Be in good physical condition. Any concerns - please call instructor.
Recommended for students seeking employment in wilderness environments. National Certification as Wilderness First Responder. Emphasis on accepted medical protocols for situations requiring extended patient management in the wilderness, extreme environments, and with limited equipment.
RL 423 Recreation Resource Management	(3:3:0)
Fee:  $10.00
Introduction to theory, processes, and techniques for the management of natural resource based recreation activities. Emphasis on site impacts and visitor management.
RL 424 Commercial Recreation	(3:3:0)
Introduction to the commercial recreation industry and career opportunities. Theme parks, convention centers, special event management, travel and tourism, outfitting and guiding, resort management, lodging and food, and support industries such as equipment sales, etc. will be covered.
RL 471 Assessment in Therapeutic Recreation	(3:3:0)
Fee:  $0.00
Prerequisite: RL370
Patient assessment, treatment plan development, and counseling procedures.
RL 472 Program Dynamics in Therapeutic Recreation	(3:3:0)
Fee:  $0.00
Prerequisite: Must have completed RL 370 Therapeutic Recreation.
This course is designed to provide the Therapeutic Recreation student with practical exposure to a broad range of therapeutic techniques and to assist in gaining clinical skills and competencies needed to plan and implement programs for people with disabilities.
RL 473 Issues in Administration of Therapeutic Recreation	(3:3:0)
Prerequisite: RL 370
This course presents the foundation for issues relating to professional competence, financial managment, supervisory communication and management in the filed of therapeutic recreation.
RL 483 Recreation Facility Management & Design	(3:3:0)
A broad survey course of recreation facilities, from outdoor environmental learning centers and camps to skate parks to fitness centers to stadiums and arenas. Theories and concepts that apply to the management and design of all types of recreation facilities will be explored.
RL 486 Legal Aspects and Risk Management of Leisure Services	(3:3:0)
Study of laws affecting recreation services. Professional responsibility for the development of risk management protocols and procedures.
RL 487 Research and Evaluation	(3:3:0)
Prerequisite: Math 221 Statistics – to be completed before or concurrently.
Empirical research methods used in leisure service delivery programs. The selection and application of appropriate research methods. How to design, collect, analyze, interpret, and report information for needs assessment and program evaluation. Review of pertinent research literature.
RL 497R Topics and Research	(1-3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Must be a Recreation Leadership Major or Minor.
Independent study of a leisure issue or problem. Study must be approved by department and conducted under the supervision of an assigned department faculty member.
RL 498R Senior Internship	(1-3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Senior Internship should be taken after 24 credits of recreation core courses have been completed. Student must contact the Internship Director when planning their internship experience.
Professional experience in a departmental approved leisure service program. To be completed near the end of degree.
RL 499R Leadership Seminar	(1-3:0:0)
Fee:  $30.00
Prerequisite: Must be a Recreation Leadership Major.
Special intensive exposure to a selected topic in the recreation profession. Study must be approved by department and conducted under the supervision of an assigned department faculty member.