Additional Kinesiology Catalog Information

Recreation and Sports Management (REC) Undergraduate Courses

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Programs of the Department of Kinesiology. Also see School of Health and Human Services descriptions and requirements.
Programs designed for students interested in pursuing professions in sports management and recreation administration.

Programs at a Glance

Degree programs

BS – Athletic Training
BS – Community Health
BS – Physical Education
BS – Recreation and Sports Management
BES – Physical Education
Minor – Athletic Coaching
- Community Health
- Developmental/Adaptive Physical Education

Program admission and performance requirements

Admission to
BS – Athletic Training,

2.50 GPA or higher overall
more detailed information at program Web site

BS – Physical Education, BES – Physical Education, and BS – Community Health

2.50 GPA or higher overall

Admission to
BS – Recreation and Sports Management

completion of REC 133 or 12 credits of the core
2.50 GPA or higher in courses at SCSU

Admission – Teacher Education [excluding BES]

grades of “C” or better in ENG 191 and CMST 192
2.50 GPA or higher overall
completion of a minimum of 36 semester hours, with at least 12 semester hours in residence at SCSU
submission of scores on the Pre-Professional Skills Test

Academic Standing for BS – Athletic Training, BS – Community Health, and BS – Recreation and Sports Management

grade of “C” or better in each major course

BS – Physical Education

BS – Health/Physical Education

grade of “C” or better in each major course
2.50 GPA or higher overall

Graduation – Teacher Education [excluding BES]

2.50 GPA or higher overall
more information in sections on Teacher Education

University minimum requirements for bachelor’s degrees

120 credits
40 credits in General Education
45 credits in upper-division (300-400) courses
30 credits in residence at SCSU
2.00 GPA overall, in major, and in minor (departments may set higher standards)

(See this section and the section on the School of Health and Human Services for more information.)

Bachelor of Science

The Recreation/Sport Management profession has emerged as an interdisciplinary field of study. Like many other fields, it has both academic and practitioner elements. Students develop an understanding of the individual and the social dynamics of recreation, leisure, play and sports and acquire the ability to provide a wide range of services in a variety of settings addressing needs and wants across a diverse society. Employment opportunities are growing and becoming more diverse.

Some areas of employment include, but are not limited to:

Program Coordinators/Managers in community programs such as YMCAs, community recreation programs, Boys and Girls Clubs, group homes, and community education districts
Recreation Specialists for senior retirement villages, military posts, and correctional facilities
Managers of fitness programs in colleges, private clubs, and corporations
Campus Recreation Programmers in intramurals, sport clubs and camps, fitness, outdoor, facilities and event management
Assistant High School and University Athletic/Activities Director
Professional and semi-professional sport teams in marketing, game day operations, business operations, and fan relations
Facility and event managers in multipurpose facilities, campus recreation, arenas and stadiums

Students may enter the program after completing REC 133 and have a grade point average of 2.5 in work taken at St. Cloud State University, or have completed a minimum of 15 credits in the major with a grade point average of 2.75 in major classes. Students are required to have a grade of "C-" or better in all major courses. Students complete various integrated learning experiences within and through the program. Students are required to complete two practicums as well as a 15 week internship. Students must complete all courses in recreation and sports management with a grade point average in major classes of 2.75 or higher, and successfully complete the comprehensive exam to be eligible for internship. Students must have a current certification in CPR and First Aid or equivalent for student internship.