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Recreation Administration

Cuesta’s program in recreation administration has a dual purpose. One, is to provide a sound base for the student planning to continue their education at the four year level. Two, completion of an associate degree would provide the skills necessary to perform at an entry level position in public, commercial, private, or nonprofit settings.

The successful student will attain theoretical as well as practical knowledge of program planning, administration, leadership, recreational sports, tournament, and event planning. Classes include an overview of many facets of recreation including therapeutic, meetings and conventions, parks, tourism, and many others.

Program Outcomes
Upon completion of the Recreation Administration Program, students will be able to:

  1. Display a general knowledge of recreation delivery services
  2. Develop an understanding of the concept of leisure time and the role of the recreation leader.
  3. Display an understanding of lifetime programming needs as well as meeting needs of special populations.
  4. Possess the abilities to provide leadership in a wide variety of settings.
  5. Possess the ability to develop, operate, and maintain activities for a diverse population.
  6. Maintain high safety standards, support environmental needs, and provide positive experiences for participants.
  7. Analyze and apply current recreation issues and events.
  8. Relate the role of recreation as it pertains to human wellness.
Associate Degree Program

TOTAL UNITS IN PROGRAM (31 units)

Required: 25 units

HE ED 2 Health Education
3
  or HE ED 8 Multicultural Health Issues
3
HE ED 4 Standard First Aid and CPR
2
PE THRY 3 Intramural and Recreational Sport Programming
3
PE THRY 4 Recreation Program Planning
3
PE THRY 7 Introduction to Recreation and Leisure Services
3
PE THRY 8 Recreation Leadership
3
CIS 10 Introduction to Computer Applications
4
MATH 47 Introduction to Statistics
4
Plus 6 units from the following:
PE ACT 40 Swimming (Intermediate or Advanced Level)
.5-1
PE ACT 54 Introduction to Dance
.5-1
PE ACT 65 Adult Fitness
.5-1
PE ACT 66 Endurance Conditioning
.5-1
PE ACT 68 Stretching Routines for Fitness and Sport
.5-1
PE ACT 69 Circuit Weight Training
.5-1
PE ACT 70 Weight Training
.5-1
PE ACT 81 Badminton
.5-1
PE ACT 83 Golf
.5-1
PE ACT 85 Tennis
.5-1
PE ACT 91 Baseball
.5-1
PE ACT 92 Basketball
.5-1
PE ACT 95 Soccer
.5-1
PE ACT 96 Softball
.5-1
PE ACT 97 Volleyball
.5-1
PE ACT 106 Pilates for Fitness and Health
.5-1
Note: only one level per activity can be counted toward the completion of the 6 units.

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