First Semester

• BIOL 140 - Field Biology Credit Hours: 4
• ENGL 100 - Composition I Credit Hours: 3
• SRMT 100 - Orientation to Natural Resource Recreation and Sports Credit Hours: 1
• SRMT 110 - Introduction to Sports and Recreation Services Credit Hours: 3
• SRMT 130 - Program Planning and Leadership Credit Hours: 3
• PRKM XXX - Park and Recreation Management Elective Credit Hours: 3

Second Semester

• PEDH 220 - First Aid:Respond to Emergency  Credit Hours: 2 AND
• PEDH 245 - Child Abuse and SAVE Seminar  Credit Hours: 1

OR

• PEDC 220 - Wilderness First Responder  Credit Hours: 3

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• ACCT 115 - Financial Accounting Credit Hours: 3
• BIOL 110 - Environ Issues & Sustainabilit Credit Hours: 3
• CITA 110 - Introduction to Software Applications Credit Hours: 3
• PSYC 100 - Introductory Psychology  Credit Hours: 3 or SOCI 100 - Introduction to Sociology  Credit Hours: 3

Third Semester

• PRKM 210 - Outdoor Education Credit Hours: 3
• SRMT 230 - Sports and Recreation Internship I Credit Hours: 3
• PRKM 280 - Natural Resource Recreation Management Credit Hours: 3
• COMM 100 - Public Speaking Credit Hours: 3
• MATH 115 - Statistics Credit Hours: 3
• PGMB 210 - Introduction to Turfgrass Management  Credit Hours: 3 or HORT 150 - Grounds Equipment and Fleet Management  Credit Hours: 3

Fourth Semester

• BUSI XXX - Business Elective Credit Hours: 3
• HORT 125 - Landscape Drawing and Graphics Credit Hours: 3
• PRKM 200 - Design and Development of Recreation Facilities Credit Hours: 3
• SRMT 220 - Sports and Recreation Services Credit Hours: 3
• ECON XXX - Economics Elective Credit Hours: 3

Minimum Total Credit Hours - 63

Program Learning Outcomes

A graduate of the Park and Outdoor Recreation AAS program should be able to:

• Demonstrate the ability to develop, deliver, and evaluate an outdoor education program.
• Demonstrate skill proficiency in various maintenance tasks, including tool and equipment use, relative to the upkeep of various park and recreation facilities.
• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of those requirements necessary for the management and sustainable use and maintenance of parks, recreation, and sports areas.

SUNY General Education Requirement

Students who intend to receive AA, AS, or baccalaureate degrees must satisfy SUNY and campus General Education (GE) requirements to graduate. Students should be aware that GE requirements may vary by academic program. Consult with your academic advisor for program-specific information; for general information: General Education  

AAS and AOS degree students may not be required to fulfill General Education (GE) requirements; however, any student who may wish to transfer should complete as many GE courses as possible. Consult with your academic advisor.

Technical Standards for Natural Resource Recreation and Sports Programs

The technical standards listed below are intended to inform students of the skills, abilities, and behavioral expectations required in this program. These technical standards reflect performance abilities and characteristics that are necessary to successfully complete the requirements of this program at SUNY Delhi. These standards are not conditions of admission to the program, but persons interested in applying for admission to the program should review this list to develop a better understanding of the skills, abilities, and behavioral expectations necessary to successfully complete the program. The College complies with the requirements and spirit of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990; therefore, the College will endeavor to make reasonable accommodations for participants with disabilities who are otherwise qualified.

The NRRS program student must:

1. Possess the ability to communicate effectively. Effective communication includes the students’ ability to read, communicate in writing, communicate orally, and demonstrate computer literacy through a variety of assignments. The student must also be able to understand and speak the English language at a level consistent with competent professional practice.
2. Possess the ability to learn through observation. Observation requires the functional use of all of their senses, most importantly vision and hearing. The student must be able to participate in lectures, as well as laboratory and practicum demonstrations.
3. Possess the intellectual abilities to effectively solve problems and critically think. They must be able to measure, calculate, reason, analyze, integrate and synthesize information in a timely manner. The student must be able to visually identify appropriate skill proficiency and provide adequate feedback to correct skill deficiencies.
4. Have sufficient motor function through the utilization of fine and gross motor skill in combination with equilibrium. Students must also be able to implement movements required to complete various programmatic skills. Furthermore, students must be capable of lifting weights of up to 50 pounds.
5. Possess the physical ability to effectively participate in, and lead, various recreation and physical education programs.
6. Possess the psychological ability required for the full use of their intellectual abilities. Students must be capable of exercising good judgment, for the prompt and safe completion of all responsibilities inherent to their program leadership. Students should be able to tolerate physically and mentally taxing workloads and function effectively under stress. They must be able to adapt to a changing environment, either natural or social. They must maintain their composure and continue to function well in the face of uncertainties inherent in the settings of recreation and physical education. Students must demonstrate ethical behavior, both in the classroom and during their practical experience. Students must demonstrate flexibility and the ability to adjust to changing situations and uncertainty in recreation and physical education settings.
7. Possess affective skills and appropriate demeanor and rapport that relate to professional education and quality client interaction.