Recreation Management - Moraine Valley Community College

Recreation Management from Moraine Valley Community College is a Campus Associate Recreation degree that prepares you for a Hospitality career. As today?s changing work patterns increase our leisure time, the recreation and park profession is being challenged to provide more opportunities for meaningful experiences. The Recreation Management Program at Moraine Valley Community College meets this challenge by preparing professionals for a variety of recreation settings. Today?s expanding opportunities include services in park districts, commercial recreation, employee recreation , campus recreation and corporate recreation . The program covers facility management, program planning, budgeting, computer skills, and public relations. This program is intended to lead to employment. Students completing this program may apply for Illinois Parks and Recreation Association certification. If you are considering transferring to a four-year college or university to obtain a bachelor\'s degree using the courses from this program, make an appointment with an academic advisor to review your options. Employment Outlook? Overall, employment is expected to grow faster than the average for all occupations through 2016. Industry growth has resulted in an increasing number of people spending more time and money on leisure and fitness services. Projected job growth stems, in part, from rising demand for recreational and fitness activities for older adults in senior centers, retirement communities, and other settings. Recreation and fitness jobs also will continue to increase as more businesses recognize the benefits of recreation, fitness, and wellness programs. Nature of Work? Graduates will be prepared to: Train, supervise and evaluate recreation leaders Schedule use of facilities Plan, organize and manage recreational activities to meet the needs of a variety of populations Direct major activities and special events Be responsible for annual budgets Related Job Titles? AAthletics Supervisor, Community Center Supervisor, Outdoor Adventure Leader, Teen Supervisor, Park Planner, Golf Course Personnel, Preschool Director, Cultural Arts Supervisor, Nature Center Supervisor, Fitness Center Supervisor, Outdoor Education Specialist, Water Park Supervisor View more details on Moraine Valley Community College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Recreation courses.