Have you ever hiked in the Rocky Mountains? Or gone swimming at the pool? What about playing soccer or watching TikTok? These activities happen because of the people working in the recreation & parks sector!
This FREE online course will provide you with a base understanding of the recreation and parks sector, including jobs and careers in the sector.
*Complete all 3 Modules to earn the Recreation and Parks Essentials eCourse Certificate.
This module provides a starting point for understanding the recreation and park sector. Learn key words related to the sector, see how recreation and parks professionals impact community wellbeing, and discover the benefits of working in the sector.
This module focuses on the different career and job opportunities in the recreation and parks sector. You will learn about ways to grow your skills, the importance of lifelong learning, and explore different pathways to employment in the recreation and parks sector.
This module focuses on the principles that are at the heart of the recreation and parks sector. You will learn about the importance of equity, diversity, inclusion, access, and belonging. You will also learn about the Framework for Recreation in Canada, and how organizations work together to fufill the goals of the framework.
The Alberta Recreation & Parks Association would like to acknowledge the First Nations, the Métis, the Inuit and all of the people across Alberta who share a history and a deep connection with this land. We dedicate ourselves to moving forward in partnership with Indigenous communities in the spirit of reconciliation and collaboration.