NRPA is dedicated to providing learning opportunities to advance the development of best practices and resources that make parks and recreation indispensable elements of American communities.
CPSI Program
The Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) certification program provides the most comprehensive training on playground safety standards and the credentials to inspect playgrounds for safety compliance.
July
8–10, Raleigh, North Carolina
August
13–15, Wheat Ridge, Colorado
18–20, Honolulu, Hawaii
September
9–11, Las Cruces, New Mexico
22–24, Griffin, Georgia
29–Oct. 1, Sacramento, California
30–Oct. 2, Dublin, Ohio
AFO Program
The Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) certification is a state-of-the-art certification for pool operators and aquatic facility managers.
September
8–9, Lititz, Pennsylvania
15–16, Steamboat, Colorado
October
9–10, Oviedo, Florida
16-17, Hays, Kansas
16–17, Hershey, Pennsylvania
Online Learning
Online Learning is a cost-effective and flexible way to educate staff, provide training and earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs) without leaving the comfort of your home or office. Visit NRPA’s Online Learning Center and choose from one of our many courses.
Connecting Children with Nature
Member: $60 Nonmember: $75
This course is designed to educate professionals working with youth in educational or recreational settings, as well as concerned citizens, on the root causes of “nature-deficit disorder,” the health and social risks of this problem, the best practices for helping children to bond with nature and enjoy unstructured outdoor play, and the current organizations involved in reversing this unhealthy trend. CEUs: 0.3
Environmental Stewardship
Member: $60 Nonmember: $75
This course covers the three core pillars of environmental stewardship, including: providing leadership for sustainable communities, promoting sustainable landscapes and fostering the next generation of stewards. CEUs: 0.3
Schools and Conferences
NRPA Conferences and Schools are forums where the park and recreation community comes together to exchange ideas and information.
NRPA Directors School: Aug. 23-29, 2014
NRPA Annual Conference: October 14–16, 2014
NRPA Supervisors Management School: November 2–6, 2014