Recreation, Event, and Sports Management - Associate in Science

This program map only provides one possible pathway for degree and/or certificate obtainment and is for reference only. Please schedule an appointment with a counselor to develop your individualized Student Education Plan.

The Associate Science degree in Recreation, Event, and Sports Management prepares students to either obtain middle level positions in the recreation, event planning/hospitality, and sports management fields or advance from entry level positions in all areas of recreation. Students can also transfer to a four-year institution to pursue a baccalaureate degree in Recreation, Event, and Sports Management.

The pathway below represents an efficient and effective course taking sequence for this program. Individual circumstances might require some changes to this pathway. It is always recommended that you meet with an academic counselor to develop a personalized educational plan.

Demonstrate knowledge of career opportunities in the Recreation fields and understand the differences between the public, private, nonprofit, therapeutic and commercial settings.

Demonstrate and apply learned leadership skills in a team building classroom environment.

Apply and practice the skills of event planning for organizing community events.

Apply the principals and theories of sports management for municipal, commercial and nonprofit agencies.

Program Map

Requirement
GE General Education
E Elective

Fall Year 1

16 units
REC 101
Intro to Recreation Management
An introduction to the principles of program management in recreation services in the areas of public and private domains, park, military and institutional settings as well as services to special populations.
            ENGL C1000
            Academic Reading and Writing

            In this course, students receive instruction in academic reading and writing, including writing processes, effective use of language, analytical thinking, and the foundations of academic research.

            Students will prepare and write a research paper.  This course is not open to students who have already successfully taken ENGL 101.

                  1. Category 1A: English Composition
                  1. 1A - English Composition

                  AHC GE Area 1B: Communication and Critical Thinking

                  AHC GE Area 4B: American History and Government

                  ELECTIVE (any 100-level course)

                  Spring Year 1

                  14.5-21 units
                  REC 103
                  Leadership in Recreation Services
                  An examination of the theories of leadership, leadership behaviors, principles and procedures of leadership and supervisory responsibilities as applied by the recreation leader. Techniques for working with small groups, large groups, and diverse populations.

                            AHC GE Area 2: Mathematical Concepts and Quantitative Reasoning

                            AHC GE Area 3: Arts and Humanities

                            AHC GE GRAD-DANCE/PE

                            Core Elective

                            ELECTIVE (any 100-level course)

                            Fall Year 2

                            12-13 units
                            REC 105
                            Program Planning for Recreation
                            An exploration of recreational program planning including organization, implementation, and evaluation in both public and private settings. The interrelationship of needs and interests of people, physical settings, and activity content are covered.

                                      AHC GE Area 4A: Social and Behavioral Sciences - ECS 101 recommended

                                      AHC GE Area 7: Living Skills - EMS 102 recommended

                                      AHC Grad Req: Health & Wellness, Health Education or First Aid Safety - HED 100 recommended

                                      Spring Year 2

                                      15-16 units
                                      REC 107
                                      Recreational Sports Programming
                                      An examination of the theories and practices of programming sports activities in a variety of recreational settings. Both individual and team sports will be studied. Emphasis will be placed on the planning of activities such as leagues, instructional programs, tournaments, and sports festivals. The class will study the development and operation of sports venues. Students will gain experience by planning actual events.

                                                AHC GE Area 6: Ethnic Studies

                                                Core Elective

                                                ELECTIVE (any 100-level course)

                                                WEE 149
                                                Work Experience Education: Occupational

                                                Supervised employment extending classroom-based learning to an on-the-job learning environment relating to the student's career and educational goals. In addition, these work experiences improve the student's basic work skills and professional competencies by creating career awareness, improving work habits, and fostering positive workplace attitudes.