Degrees, Majors, and Certificates
Recreation
The director’s degree is an intermediate degree between the master’s degree and the doctorate. Candidates for the Director of Recreation degree pursue a program of study that places primary emphasis on planning, organizing, developing programs, managing finances, dealing with staff and public relations, and/or specializing in specific teaching areas.
Special Opportunities
Graduate academic appointments are available for students pursuing graduate studies in the Department of Recreation, Park, and Tourism Studies. Selection criteria for a graduate assistantship or associate instructorship include scholarship records, experience, previous graduate work, and letters of recommendation. Duties for a student academic appointment may involve assisting faculty with teaching, research, or other departmental duties; teaching classes; working in the Division of Recreational Sports; or other special assignments.
Careers
The Director of Recreation degree provides professional preparation beyond the master’s degree for those who are interested in supervisory, administrative, or master teaching positions.
Degree Program
For more information, contact:
Department of Recreation, Park, and Tourism Studies
School of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation
Indiana University
HPER 133
1025 E. Seventh Street
Bloomington, IN 47405-7109
Phone: (812) 855-4711
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