Recreation Management & Policy |
RMP #400 - Impact of Leisure in Society
Credits:
4.00
Critical factors such as self, family, aging, ecology,
health, work patterns, communications, cultural diversity,
affluence, and changing sex roles are studied in
relationship to present and future leisure patterns.
Leisure trends are examined through a process of issue
analysis spanning social, technological, economic, and
political spheres.
RMP 444 - Building a Culture of Peace
Credits:
4.00
RMP 490 - Recreation and Leisure in Society
Credits:
4.00
Examines the historical and philosophical foundation of
recreation and leisure. Emphasizes concepts, theories, and
the interrelationships between factors (social, economic,
political, and environmental), which influence people's
leisure attitudes and behavior. Explores implications of
leisure for holistic and balanced living.
RMP 501 - Recreation Services for Individuals with Disabilities
Credits:
4.00
Presentation and discussion of issues that concern the
delivery of quality leisure services to individuals with
disabilities in community settings. Lab requirements as
well as classroom activities provide opportunities for
practical experience. Prereq: permission. Lab.
RMP 502 - Foundations of Therapeutic Recreation
Credits:
4.00
History and professional concepts of therapeutic recreation
and the roles and functions of the therapeutic recreation
specialist.
RMP 503 - Therapeutic Recreation Rehabilitation Principles & Interventions
Credits:
4.00
Course introduces the rehabilitation principles and
recreational therapy interventions used by therapeutic
recreation specialists to improve functioning for people
with physical and cognitive impairments. Students learn and
apply fundamental processes of clinical reasoning and
treatment program planning to improve quality of life. A lab
will provide students with the opportunity to utilize a
variety of assistive techniques, adaptive devices and
equipment to support individuals and achieve maximum
independence and promote a healthy leisure lifestyle.
Prereq: RMP 490, 501, 502. Special fee.
RMP 504 - Therapeutic Recreation Mental Health Principles and Interventions
Credits:
4.00
This course introduces mental health principles and
recreational therapy interventions to improve functioning
for people with emotional, social, and behavioral
impairments. Students will learn and apply fundamental
processes of clinical reasoning and treatment program
planning to improve quality of life for persons with
emotional, social, and behavioral impairments. Prereq:
RMP 490, 501, 502.
RMP 511 - Issues of Wilderness and Nature in American Society
Credits:
4.00
This course will provide students with an overview of the
evolving relationship between wilderness/nature and American
society. It will examine the philosophy, ethics, and
societal values in American society and its relationship to
our natural wilderness. Recent issues will be used as case
studies in order for students to articulate, defend and
critique the ethical issues presented. Students will be
responsible for understanding and applying philosophical
approaches developed by philosophers, writers and activists
associated with the wilderness, sustainability,
biodiversity, hunting, suburban sprawl, environmental
activism, endangered species, organic foods and genetic
engineering.
RMP 550 - Perspectives on Disability
Credits:
4.00
Introduction to many fields of study to current perspectives
on disability. Designed to appeal to students not intending
to work with individuals with disabilities as a career
focus. Students who will soon be in positions of managing
key resources and systems associated with areas of
community life targeted by the Americans with Disabilities
Act (e.g., public transportation, state and local
government, etc.) will gain a broader understanding
of how to accommodate and value a diverse membership
in their communities. Writing intensive.
RMP #554 - Recreation Business Management
Credits:
4.00
Principles of business management and managerial problem
solving as applied to the operation of recreation
facilities, parks, and tourist attractions. Emphasizes
knowledge in both the public and private sectors:
personnel and financial management, market analysis,
promotion, and the protection and maintenance of
facilities and resources. Prereq: RMP 490 or permission.
Lab.
RMP 557 - Recreation Services Program Design
Credits:
4.00
Introduces the student to a systems approach to program
design. Course topics include needs assessment techniques,
goal setting and objectives writing, process of group
planning, public relations, program evaluation, and leisure
education. Applied projects are required. Prereq: RMP 490 or
permission. Lab.
RMP 558 - Program Supervision and Leadership
Credits:
4.00
Emphasis on specific knowledge of leisure activity
categories with related organization and leadership
techniques. Other topics include facilitation of activity
throughout the lifespan and planning for instruction,
safety, and crisis confrontation. Applied projects are
required. Prereq: RMP 557 or permission. Special fee.
RMP 560 - Recreational Sport Management
Credits:
4.00
Exploration and examination of the theoretical foundations
and basic skill methods, and techniques necessary for the
effective and efficient delivery of recreational sport
programs within a variety of collegiate, public,
quasi-public, and private settings, agencies and/or
organizations.
RMP #561 - Introduction to Outdoor Recreation
Credits:
4.00
The history, delivery system, social and economic impacts,
and management tools for outdoor recreation. Includes
identification of contemporary issues, problems, and
opportunities in recreation resource management. Lab.
RMP 563 - Recreation Management and Policy Practicum
Credits:
2.00
Designed to provide first and second year RMP majors the
opportunity to observe and practice leadership skills in
clinical and community-based settings. Students complete a
40-45 hour practicum at an approved site. Successful
completion of a practicum is prerequisite to the
professional internship, RMP 664. Students are
responsible for transportation and housing.
Prereq: RMP 490, 501. Permission required. Cr/F.
RMP #570 - Community Systems Planning and Development
Credits:
4.00
Evaluation of principal theories of community systems and
planning. Topics include problem analysis, methods of
community research design, and decision-making skills.
RMP 593 - Special Topics
Credits:
2.00 to 4.00
A) Camping and Outdoor Education for Individuals with
Disabilities; B) State Parks: Their Management and Role;
C) Therapeutic Recreation in the School Setting; D) Social
Psychology of Leisure; E) New Hampshire's Recreation/Ski
Industry; F-Z) Interdisciplinary. Specialized courses
covering information not presented in regular course
offerings. Description of topics available in department
office during preregistration. Prereq: RMP majors or
permission. May be repeated but not in duplicate areas.
RMP 593W - Special Topics
Credits:
2.00 to 4.00
See description for RMP 593. Writing intensive.
RMP 600 - Multicultural Perspectives and Leisure
Credits:
4.00
Explores the multicultural issues within a pluralistic
society both generally and as they are specifically
evident through leisure, recreation, and play behaviors,
values, and possibilities. Course topics and assignments
applied to the exploration of three questions: (1) How does
leisure expression honor, value, and preserve unique
cultural and ethnic heritages? (2) Does and/or can
leisure expression create meaningful bridges across
interpersonal and societal differences? (3) What are the
moral and ethical responsibilities and opportunities for
leisure services providers within a pluralistic society?
Writing intensive.
RMP 603 - Assessment and Treatment Planning in Therapeutic Recreation
Credits:
4.00
Addresses the principles of activity analysis, client
assessment, documentation, individualized program
planning, selection of interventions, and collaboration
with a treatment team. Prereq: RMP 490; 502. Special fee.
RMP 604 - Therapeutic Communication and Facilitation in Therapeutic Recreation
Credits:
4.00
Addresses specific clinical knowledge and skills
essential to therapeutic recreation service delivery
including clinical interviewing, group process, leisure
education, treatment approaches, and intervention
techniques. Prereq: RMP 490; 502; 603. Special fee.
RMP 654 - Professional Development and Ethics
Credits:
2.00
Focus on preparing students for the internship experience
through the identification of career goals and the selection
of an approved internship site. A portfolio emphasizing
process skills in resume construction, interviewing
techniques, establishing internship goals and objectives,
and self-assessment will be developed. Majors only. Prereq:
permission. Cr/F. IA (continuous grading).
RMP 663 - Management and Policy in Leisure Services
Credits:
4.00
Comparative analysis of administrative processes within
various organizations as well as the political and
policy-making roles of the managers in the private and
public sectors. Emphasis on organizational development,
fiscal management, and budgeting as tools used in
formulating and implementing policy. Prereq: RMP 557 or
permission.
RMP 664 - Internship
Credits:
6.00 to 16.00
A) Internship in Recreation Management; B) Internship in
Therapeutic Recreation. Students enroll in the section
corresponding to their major option after receiving approval
from the academic adviser. Supervised work experience in an
approved profession-related agency. An IA (continuous
grading) grade (yearlong course) may be assigned at the end
of the semester or summer session. Prereq: majors only;
permission. Special fee. Cr/F.
RMP 665 - Applied Marketing and Communications in Recreation Services
Credits:
4.00
Prepares students to respond effectively to an
information-based society. Course topics are applied
to the leisure service delivery systems and include
microcomputer systems and applications; standardized
information systems; networking; and dissemination of
information through audio-visual, print, and mass media.
Prereq: RMP 557 or permission.
RMP #667 - Recreation Resource Planning
Credits:
4.00
Overview of site-planning techniques and issues as currently
practiced by recreation resource agencies at local, state,
and national levels. Relationship of planning to management,
policy, and practice; current trends in planning and likely
future directions. Extensive use of field trips to enable
students to learn how to read landscapes in order to use
natural features in design as well as to enhance visitor
experiences. Prereq: RMP 490; RMP major or permission.
RMP 668 - Youth Culture and Programs
Credits:
4.00
Emphasis on the identification of community and personal
issues youth face in growing up as well as institutional and
programmatic support available to assist youth. The course
will also examine the leadership, administrative, financial
and marketing tools necessary to develop successful youth
programs and services. Prereq: RMP 490 or permission for
non-majors. Writing intensive.
RMP #698 - Meetings and Conventions
Credits:
4.00
Provides an in-depth perspective on the planning,
implementation, and the evaluation of meetings and
conventions in the corporate/commercial recreation
environment. Students will be exposed to the following
topical areas: (a) trends in meeting management, (b) goal
and objective technology, (c) convention budgeting, (d) site
selection and evaluation, (e) liability and legal aspects,
and (f) food and beverage planning. Course consists of
lecture, discussion, and site visits to corporate/commercial
recreation venues. Prereq: junior standing. (Also offered as
HMGT 698C.)
RMP 700H - Senior Honors Project
Credits:
4.00 to 6.00
Under the direction of an RMP faculty member students will
complete either a supervised research or applied field study
project that builds on their honors coursework. Students
will submit a written proposal for approval and present the
results at the completion of their project. Applied studies
will address a specific need or problem of a local agency or
organization. Prereq: permission required.
RMP 705 - Management and Policy in Therapeutic Recreation
Credits:
4.00
Addresses National Council for Therapeutic Recreation
Certification knowledge areas concerning management
competency. Students acquire knowledge of current
principles and procedures for assuming an administrative
role in the therapeutic recreation profession. Issues and
practices related to budgeting, reimbursement, quality
improvement programs, and comprehensive program
planning. Prereq: RMP 502; 603; 604.
RMP 711 - Recreation Resource Management
Credits:
4.00
Examines the supply and demand of natural resources for
outdoor recreation uses, with emphasis on relationships
between public and private roles and responsibilities.
Social, environmental, and economic impacts of outdoor
recreation use are discussed. Current principles and
techniques of recreation resource planning and management
are outlined. Prereq: seniors or permission.
RMP 724 - Grantsmanship, Evaluation, and Research
Credits:
4.00
Emphasis on understanding and application of grantsmanship,
research techniques, and research writing. Addresses the
process of program planning and grant proposal development.
Examines research methodologies and the evaluation
processes as applied to recreation and allied health
settings. Critical assessment of uses and limitations of
research for recreation. Prereq: RMP 557, 663 and senior
RMP major or permission. Writing intensive.
RMP #743 - Environmental Education
Credits:
4.00
Blend of environmental education/interpretation theory,
process, and practical application. Includes seminars,
workshops, and practical experience in an environmental
education program. Prereq: permission.
RMP #764 - Issues in Leisure Services Management
Credits:
4.00
Issues are presented and discussed as related to applied
professional practice. Examination of the commonality in
professional experience as well as in-depth investigation of
option-specific issues and trends. Students enroll in the
course section corresponding to their declared option
within the major: A) Program Administration; B) Therapeutic
Recreation. Prereq: RMP major; senior; permission.
RMP 770 - Management and Design of Recreation and Park Facilities
Credits:
4.00
RMP 772 - Law and Public Policy in Leisure Services
Credits:
4.00
Topics including the law of torts, contracts, property,
civil rights, risk management, and legal research are
addressed in the context of leisure services and
recreation resources. Public policy and professional
advocacy implications are examined in relation to
legislative and judicial systems. Prereq: RMP 557, 663, and
senior RMP major or permission.
RMP 793 - Advanced Topics
Credits:
2.00 to 4.00
A) Area and Site Planning; B) Concepts and Trends in
Therapeutic Recreation; and C) Conference Planning.
Topics presented by instructors with specialized knowledge
gained through professional practice, research, and study.
Descriptions of topics available in department office
during preregistration. May be repeated but not in
duplicate areas.
RMP 796 - Independent Study
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Individual study and/or research relating to
leisure-oriented topics. Prereq: permission.