Recreation Management & Recreational Therapy

As part of our national accreditation with COAPRT, we assess learning outcomes on four primary standards, identified as the “7.0 Series Standards”.  Below are the details of each standard along with the methods by which we assess the standards and current result

 Recreation Management

7.01  Students graduating from the program shall demonstrate the following entry-level knowledge:  a) the nature and scope of the relevant park, recreation, tourism or related professions and their associated industries; b) techniques and processes used by professionals and workers in these industries; and c) the foundation of the profession in history, science and philosophy.

1)  REC 151 (Introduction to Recreation).  This course includes a stand-alone unit where students learn entry-level knowledge of the nature and scope of relevant park, recreation, tourism, and related professions and their associated industries [7.01(a)].  The summative unit exam is used as a direct measure of student learning and goal is for 80% of students to achieve a 70% or better on the exam.
FA19   85.3% achieved 70% or better
SP20    100% achieved 70% or better

2)  REC 351 (Civic Engagement in the Recreation Profession).  This course assesses entry-level knowledge of the understanding of techniques that may be used to better involve the public in recreation issues [7.01(b)].  Selected questions from the summative unit exam are used as a direct measure of student learning.  The goal is for 90% of students to achieve 80% or better on the selected exam questions.
FA19   100% achieved 80% or better
SP20    100% achieved 80% or better

Method by which the learning outcomes for Standard 7.04 are assessed:

1)      Each intern receives a final evaluation from his/her internship supervisor.  The intern is evaluated on performance, knowledge, attitude, and behavior based, plus a composite final evaluation score from one to five is given based on the overall qualitative and quantitative feedback provided throughout the evaluation. The evaluation is shared with the intern along with an in-depth discussion as to how the intern may improve his/her performance.

FA19:  100% achieved 70% or better on Internship Supervisor Evaluation

SP20: 100% achieved 70% or better on Internship Supervisor Evaluation

2)      On internship, each student is surveyed as to his/her perception of entry-level competencies needed for successful entry into the field of recreation. In addition to quantitative scores, students provided qualitative feedback about their strengths, areas of improvement, their role, and any other thoughts. The university faculty supervisor examines the evaluation and provides feedback to the student on their recreation management entry-level competency assessment.

Internship site supervisors reported that students work hard and strive to do quality work following policies of the organization. Students have much knowledge of program service delivery and customer service. Site supervisors also noted with scores and qualitative feedback interns’ positive attitude, working well with others, and a genuine concern for others.

 Therapeutic Recreation

COAPRT 7.01 Students graduating from the program shall demonstrate the following entry-level knowledge: a) the nature and scope of the relevant park, recreation, tourism or related professions and their associated industries; b) techniques and processes used by professionals and workers in these industries; and c) the foundation of the profession in history, science, and philosophy.

7.01 A The student graduating from the program shall demonstrate entry-level knowledge of the scope and practice of therapeutic recreation.

7.01 B Students graduating from the program shall demonstrate entry-level knowledge of the techniques and processes. (Use best professional practices based on theoretical, philosophical, and scientific foundations of the field of the therapeutic recreation profession in decision-making).

7.01 C Student graduating from the program shall demonstrate entry-level knowledge of the historical, philosophical, theoretical and scientific foundation of the therapeutic recreation profession.

 COAPRT 7.02Students graduating from the program shall demonstrate the ability to design, implement, and evaluate services that facilitate targeted human experiences and that embrace personal and cultural dimensions of diversity.            

7.02 A Students graduating from the program shall demonstrate the ability to create/select, conduct, and evaluate individualized assessment for therapeutic recreation services clearly reflecting application of knowledge from relevant facets of contemporary professional therapeutic recreation practice, science, and philosophy.

7.02 B Students graduating from the program shall demonstrate the ability to conduct individualized planning of therapeutic recreation services clearly reflecting application of knowledge from relevant facets of contemporary professional therapeutic recreation practice, science, and philosophy.

 7.02 C Students graduating from the program shall demonstrate the ability to implement and facilitate therapeutic recreation interventions and services for diverse clientele, settings, cultures, and contexts.

7.02 D Students graduating from the program shall demonstrate the ability to document therapeutic recreation services according to regulatory, professional, and system requirements.

7.02 E Students graduating from the program shall demonstrate the ability to evaluate therapeutic recreation services at the participant and program level and to use evaluation data to improve the quality of services.

COAPRT 7.03 Students graduating from the program shall be able to demonstrate entry-level knowledge about management/administration in parks, recreation, tourism and/or related professions.

7.03 A Students graduating from the program shall be able to demonstrate entry-level knowledge about facts, concepts, principles, and procedures of management/administration in therapeutic recreation.

7.03 B Students graduating from the program shall be able to apply basic facts, concepts, principles, and procedures of management/administration in therapeutic recreation.

COAPRT  7.04   Students graduating from the program shall demonstrate, through a comprehensive internship of not less than 400 clock hours, the ability to use diverse, structured ways of thinking to solve problems related to different facets of professional practice, engage in advocacy, and stimulate innovation.

7.04 A Students graduating from the program shall demonstrate a readiness for the internship as determine by meeting criteria set by the program (e.g. field work, competency testing, GPA in core coursework, basic certification in first aid/CPR, other dispositions or candidacy).

7.04 B Students graduating from the program shall demonstrate, through a comprehensive and culminating internship, the ability to apply the TR process, use diverse, structured ways of thinking to solve problems related to different facets of professional practice, engage in advocacy, and stimulate innovation. The internship must meeting current professional standards for credentialing with the state, national/ International credentialing bodies.