Career Opportunities
The Public Recreation major prepares graduates to work in a variety of positions in agencies such as city recreation departments, private recreation providers (i.e.YMCA and/or YWCA), corporate activity planning, military recreation programs, therapeutic recreation providers (hospitals), university intramural programs, resorts, cruise ships, and many other exciting opportunities. Graduates work as professionals in such positions as agency directors, city recreation superintendents, event planners, camp directors, aquatics supervisors, certified therapeutic recreation specialists, and private business owners. Starting salary is typically the same as for an entry level teacher. The placement record for Public Recreation graduates seeking recreation employment after graduation is over 90%. |
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