Program(s) Available: B.S., Minor
Do you like helping people improve their overall wellness and quality of life? If so, the recreation, parks, sport and tourism degree may be right for you. The degree provides five different emphasis options for students to choose from:
Professionals who work in these areas of emphasis play a crucial role in mental and physical health of communities through their work in sports, recreation, parks, fitness and therapy-based programs.
Did you know? Northwest's recreation, parks, sport and tourism degree is accredited by COAPRT. Northwest provides profession-based learning experiences through partnerships with Northwest’s fitness center and campus recreation, Northwest Athletics, MOERA outdoor Odyssey challenge course and more!
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(applied health science, exercise science, pre-athletic training & public health)
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(sport management, recreation management & therapeutic recreation)
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(health/PE & foods/nutrition)
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What Can I Do With a Major in Recreation, Parks, Sport and Tourism?
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