300
In-depth exploration of one or more aspects of the field of the leisure services profession through individual study.
Credits
1(Spec)
The development of conceptual and human relations skills necessary to the successful management of a leisure service agency. Prerequisites:
RPL 118; One of the following:
RPL 204, 216, 222, 261.
Credits
3(3-0)
Preparation for participation in the internship experience. Should be taken two semesters prior to internship. CR/NC only. Prerequisites:
RPL 204 or 210 or 216 or 261.
Credits
1(1-0)
Supervised practical, field work experience within a leisure services organization.
Credits
1-15(Spec)
In-depth, capstone internship experience in commercial, community, therapeutic, or outdoor recreation. Prerequisite:
RPL 310.
Credits
1-30(Spec)
In-depth, practical field experience for international students with a leisure or recreation agency.
Credits
1-30(Spec)
The production and management of events and festivals through student application and fieldwork. Required attendance at course-identified event for service learning component. Prerequisites:
RPL 430; signed Event Management Minor or Recreation, Parks & Leisure Services Administration major.
Credits
2(1-2)
Assessment, planning, and therapeutic recreation programming for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Prerequisite:
RPL 210; Admission to the therapeutic recreation program.
Credits
3(3-0)
Assessment, planning, and therapeutic recreation programming for individuals with physical disabilities. Prerequisite:
RPL 210; Admission to the therapeutic recreation program.
Credits
3(3-0)
Assessment, planning, and therapeutic recreation programming for individuals with behavioral health impairments. Prerequisite:
RPL 210, admission to the therapeutic recreation program.
Credits
3(3-0)
An examination of where and why the hospitality services industry client travels domestically and abroad, and the economic impact of tourism expenditures. Identical to
HSA 343. Credit may not be earned in more than one of these courses.
Credits
3(3-0)
Cross Listed Courses
HSA 343
Assessment, planning, and therapeutic recreation programming for individuals with age related disabilities. Prerequisite:
RPL 210; Admission to the therapeutic recreation program.
Credits
3(3-0)
Proposing, organizing, administering, and conducting recreation activities for older adults.
Credits
3(3-0)
Organize, conduct, coach or direct athletes involved in Special Olympic competition. Students will work with Special Olympics Michigan. CR/NC only.
Credits
3(3-0)
Explore the benefits and techniques of aquatic therapy when servicing individuals with neurological, neuromuscular, and orthopedic disorders. All students will practice techniques in the water. Pre/Co-Requisite:
RPL 341,
HSC 214. Prerequisite:
RPL 210, the ability to swim.
Credits
1(1-0)
An in-depth review of the unique facilitation techniques, interventions, or modalities implemented by the recreational therapist. Prerequisites:
RPL 118, 210 and two of the following:
RPL 340, 341, 342, 345.
Credits
3(3-0)
This course provides operational knowledge and skills for the administration, operations and programming of aquatic facilities for private or public sector leisure service agencies. Prerequisite: Junior class standing.
Credits
3(3-0)
Essentials of pharmacology for therapeutic recreation and other allied health professions. Prerequisites: Two of the following:
RPL 340, 341, 342, 345.
Credits
1(1-0)
Introduction to the foundational concepts, principles, and teaching methods of outdoor and environmental education for non-formal and formal education settings. May by offered as Writing Intensive.
Credits
3(3-0)
Advanced concepts of wilderness expedition planning. The course focuses on equipment, techniques, and the leadership of land and water based expeditions. Prerequisites:
RPL 205, 216. Recommended: prior backpacking experience.
Credits
3(3-0)
Development of wilderness adventure facilitation skills including group management, group goal setting, environmental ethics, advanced camping, and wilderness navigation skills. Prerequisite:
RLA 180. Recommended: Prior backpacking and camping experience.
Credits
3(Spec)
In-depth emergency medical training for wilderness settings. Prerequisite:
RPL 216.
Credits
3(3-0)
Examines the seven principles of Leave No Trace. Instruction in effective Leave No Trace teaching techniques and certification as professional Leave No Trace Trainers. Prerequisite: RPL signed major/minor.
Credits
1(1-0)