Bachelor of Science in Recreation and Park Administration - Therapeutic Recreation

Therapeutic recreation is a human service profession that utilizes recreation and leisure as a means to increase health, well-being, and quality of life for people with disabilities, illnesses, or other conditions. Why Study Recreation & Park Administration - Therapeutic Recreation? Students interested in obtaining a degree in Recreation and Parks Administration should be concerned with helping people and the larger community through personal and community recreation. Recreation and Parks Administration students work with people of all ages and different backgrounds developing the character of the individuals by organizing physical and social therapeutic recreation. Students learn everything from camp leadership to park maintenance. Related Skills Good problem solver Strong organizational skills Motivational speaker Strong leadership skills Ability to work in teams and with individuals of various ages and backgrounds Good verbal and written communication skills Computer literate Cooperative attitude toward others Understanding of and skill in dealing with people and situations Ability to work as part of a team.