Students study the history of recreational activities from prehistoric time to present and discuss theories of play and the social influences affecting leisure pursuits. 1 Students explore various career options in the field of recreational and leisure services, employment trends, and job opportunities.
Students visit community agencies as part of classwork requirements.
3 Functional first-aid capabilities required to provide the initial emergency care necessary to sustain life and to maintain temporary life support to victims of accidents or sudden illness are developed in this class. The class deals with hemorrhage control, cardio-pulmonary resuscitation, fractures, burns, poisoning, and sudden illness. Those who qualify receive an American Red Cross Responding to Emergencies Certificate and a Community CPR Certificate. An introduction to organizational skills and administrative procedures necessary toprovide recreational services in a professional manner is provided. Student learn how to write goals and objectives, policies and procedures, and budgets.