Do you enjoy recreation and being outdoors? Have you ever thought about working with people in the hospitality or tourism industry? If so, consider joining the recreation management program!
Recreation management majors contribute to a community’s economic well-being, enriches its cultural life, and promotes health, safety, and wellness. Allan Hancock College’s recreation management program combines classroom work and hands-on learning opportunities to provide the initial level of preparation for those choosing to enter careers in the industry.
Students employed through the Cooperative Work Experience program can also earn academic credits. Faculty in the program assist students in finding career related part-time employment while attending Hancock. Many former graduates are working as event managers in wineries, in management positions in hotels and resorts, as park rangers or lifeguards, or as sports/program coordinators.
Graduates of this program can also choose to transfer to a four-year university to continue their educational goals.
This program will help you to:
- understand the differences between the public, private, non-profit, therapeutic, and commercial settings
- apply learned leadership skills in a team building environment
- practice event planning and organizing community events
- apply the principles and theories of sports management for municipal, commercial, and non-profit agencies
Suggested Course Sequence
The “Suggested Course Sequence” is an example of how to complete the requirements plus any additional general education that may be needed. If you would like to create a personalized Student Education Plan (SEP), schedule a meeting with a counselor.
Fall Semester (Year 1)
Course #
Course Title
Units
A writing course designed primarily to meet the needs of students pursuing career and technical programs. Meets the written composition graduation requirement for an AHC associate's degree. Students who plan to transfer to a four-year institution will need to take ENGL 101 instead of this course to meet the university's first-year composition requirement. Readings will be drawn from the disciplines involved so that students master comprehension and critical reading skills in real-world texts. Writing assignments and projects will similarly be based upon the types of critical thinking and analytical writing required in the students' fields of study. Research methods and skills will be emphasized.
Prerequisite: Placement based upon Allan Hancock College's placement policy.
Designed to help students enhance their analytical reading and writing skills using a wide variety of texts. Emphasizes college-level expository essay construction, communication, and research methods leading to the preparation and writing of a research paper.
An introduction to the principles of program management in recreation services in the areas of public and private domains, park, military and institutional settings as well as services to special populations.
An exploration of recreational program planning including organization, implementation, and evaluation in both public and private settings. The interrelationship of needs and interests of people, physical settings, and activity content are covered.
Choose one of the following courses:
- EMS 102, First Aid and Safety
- FSN 109, Basic Nutrition for Health
- HED 100, Health and Wellness
- HUSV 126, Meditation, Mindfulness, and Stress Reduction
Select one course from this list.
Total Units:
13.5-16
Spring Semester (Year 1)
Course #
Course Title
Units
An examination of the theories of leadership, leadership behaviors, principles and procedures of leadership and supervisory responsibilities as applied by the recreation leader. Techniques for working with small groups, large groups, and diverse populations.
An examination of the theories and practices of programming sports activities in a variety of recreational settings. Both individual and team sports will be studied. Emphasis will be placed on the planning of activities such as leagues, instructional programs, tournaments, and sports festivals. The class will study the development and operation of sports venues. Students will gain experience by planning actual events.
If you take any of the following courses, you will also satisfy the AHC Math Competency requirement.
Recommended courses: MATH 100, 105, 123, 135, 181, 321
If you take any of the following courses, you will also satisfy the AHC graduation
requirement of area 4B: Communication and Analytical Thinking.
Recommended courses: MATH 100, 105, 123, 135, 181, 321; or select one course from
this list.
Limitations on Enrollment: To participate in Cooperative Work Experience: (1) students must be working at a job within their major, (2) students must be able to become involved in new or expanded responsibilities on the job, (3) the employer must be willing to cooperate with the college in the supervision and evaluation of the student and (4) the student must attend all coordination/consultation meetings in addition to other work and class responsibilities. NUMBER OF TIMES COURSE CAN BE REPEATED: Students enrolled in CWE 149 may earn up to 8 units of credit per semester not to exceed 16 units in total. Any units earned in any other Cooperative Work Experience course will be included in the 16 unit maximum. CWE Units Unpaid Placement: 1 unit 60 hours, 2 units 120 hours, 3 units 180 hours, 4 units 240 hours, 5 units 300 hours, 6 units 360 hours, 7 units 420 hours, 8 units 480 hours. CWE Units Paid Placement: 1 unit 75 hours, 2 units 150 hours, 3 units 225 hours, 4 units 300 hours, 5 units 375 hours, 6 units 450 hours, 7 units 525 hours, 8 units 600 hours.
Supervised employment extending classroom-based learning to an on-the-job learning environment relating to the student's career and educational goals. In addition, these work experiences improve the student's basic work skills and professional competencies by creating career awareness, improving work habits, and fostering positive workplace attitudes.
Total Units:
13 to 16
Fall Semester (Year 2)
Course #
Course Title
Units
Plus a minimum of 6 additional units selected from the following:
Course Number |
Course Title |
Units |
Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries |
3 |
|
Marketing |
3 |
|
First Aid & Safety |
3 |
|
Outdoor & Adventure Recreation |
3 |
|
Race and Ethnic Relations |
3 |
|
Small Group Communication |
3 |
Choose one course each semester it is identified on the suggested course sequence.
Plus a minimum of 6 additional units selected from the following:
Course Number |
Course Title |
Units |
Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries |
3 |
|
Marketing |
3 |
|
First Aid & Safety |
3 |
|
Outdoor & Adventure Recreation |
3 |
|
Race and Ethnic Relations |
3 |
|
Small Group Communication |
3 |
Choose one course each semester it is identified on the suggested course sequence.
Select one course from this list.
Select one course from this list.
Limitations on Enrollment: To participate in Cooperative Work Experience: (1) students must be working at a job within their major, (2) students must be able to become involved in new or expanded responsibilities on the job, (3) the employer must be willing to cooperate with the college in the supervision and evaluation of the student and (4) the student must attend all coordination/consultation meetings in addition to other work and class responsibilities. NUMBER OF TIMES COURSE CAN BE REPEATED: Students enrolled in CWE 149 may earn up to 8 units of credit per semester not to exceed 16 units in total. Any units earned in any other Cooperative Work Experience course will be included in the 16 unit maximum. CWE Units Unpaid Placement: 1 unit 60 hours, 2 units 120 hours, 3 units 180 hours, 4 units 240 hours, 5 units 300 hours, 6 units 360 hours, 7 units 420 hours, 8 units 480 hours. CWE Units Paid Placement: 1 unit 75 hours, 2 units 150 hours, 3 units 225 hours, 4 units 300 hours, 5 units 375 hours, 6 units 450 hours, 7 units 525 hours, 8 units 600 hours.
Supervised employment extending classroom-based learning to an on-the-job learning environment relating to the student's career and educational goals. In addition, these work experiences improve the student's basic work skills and professional competencies by creating career awareness, improving work habits, and fostering positive workplace attitudes.
Total Units:
14 TO 15
Spring Semester (Year 2)
Course #
Course Title
Units
If you take any of the following courses, you will also satisfy the Multicultural/Gender Studies requirement:
ANTH 102, 103, 105; BUS 141; ECON 141; ENGL 105; GBST 141; GEOG 102, 103; LGBT 101, 102; POLS 104, 105; SOC 101, 102, 120, 122; SPCH 110
Or select one course from this list.
Choose one of the following courses:
- ES 1231, African American History
- HIST 107, U S History to 1877
- HIST 108, US History from 1877 to the Present
- HIST 118, U S History to 1877
- HIST 119, History of California
- POLS 101, Introduction to Political Science
- POLS 103, American Government
If you take any of the following courses, you will also satisfy the Multicultural/Gender Studies requirement:
ART 101, 105, 109, 170; DANC 101p; DRMA 103; ENGL 130, 131, 139, 140, 148; ECS 116; FASH 104; FILM 101, 102, 103, 108, 109; HIST 101, 102, 103, 120; HUM 101, 102, 103; MUS 104, 106; PHIL 121; SPAN 102, 103, 104, 105, 112
Select one course from this list.
You can choose a course in any subject that has a 100-199 in its title. For example ENGL 100 or ASTR 121.
NOTE: Not all 100-level courses are UC-transferable. See the IGETC sheet for UC eligible courses.
You can choose a course in any subject that has a 100-199 in its title. For example ENGL 100 or ASTR 121.
NOTE: Not all 100-level courses are UC-transferable. See the IGETC sheet for UC eligible courses.
Total Units:
15 TO 18
Program Requirements:
"Program Requirements" specify the courses required for this program. See suggested course sequence for additional information.
A major of 21 units is required for the associate of science degree. Required core courses (15 units)
Course Number | Course Title | Units |
---|---|---|
REC 101 | Intro to Recreation Management | 3 |
REC 103 | Leadership in Recreation Services | 3 |
REC 105 | Program Planning for Recreation | 3 |
REC 107 | Recreational Sports Programming | 3 |
CWE 149 | Cooperative Work Experience OCCUPATIONAL | 1 - 8 |
Plus a minimum of 6 units selected from the following:
Course Number | Course Title | Units |
---|---|---|
ATH 104 | Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries | 3 |
BUS 102 | Marketing | 3 |
EMS 102 | First Aid & Safety | 3 |
REC 109 | Outdoor & Adventure Recreation | 3 |
SOC 120 | Race and Ethnic Relations | 3 |
SPCH 102 | Small Group Communication | 3 |
Suggested Course Sequence
The "Suggested Course Sequence" is an example of how to complete the requirements plus any additional general education that may be needed. If you would like to create a personalized Student Education Plan (SEP), schedule a meeting with a counselor.
Fall Semester (Year 1)
Course #
Course Title
Units
An introduction to the principles of program management in recreation services in the areas of public and private domains, park, military and institutional settings as well as services to special populations.
An exploration of recreational program planning including organization, implementation, and evaluation in both public and private settings. The interrelationship of needs and interests of people, physical settings, and activity content are covered.
Total Units:
6
Spring Semester (Year 1)
Course #
Course Title
Units
An examination of the theories of leadership, leadership behaviors, principles and procedures of leadership and supervisory responsibilities as applied by the recreation leader. Techniques for working with small groups, large groups, and diverse populations.
An examination of the theories and practices of programming sports activities in a variety of recreational settings. Both individual and team sports will be studied. Emphasis will be placed on the planning of activities such as leagues, instructional programs, tournaments, and sports festivals. The class will study the development and operation of sports venues. Students will gain experience by planning actual events.
Limitations on Enrollment: To participate in Cooperative Work Experience: (1) students must be working at a job within their major, (2) students must be able to become involved in new or expanded responsibilities on the job, (3) the employer must be willing to cooperate with the college in the supervision and evaluation of the student and (4) the student must attend all coordination/consultation meetings in addition to other work and class responsibilities. NUMBER OF TIMES COURSE CAN BE REPEATED: Students enrolled in CWE 149 may earn up to 8 units of credit per semester not to exceed 16 units in total. Any units earned in any other Cooperative Work Experience course will be included in the 16 unit maximum. CWE Units Unpaid Placement: 1 unit 60 hours, 2 units 120 hours, 3 units 180 hours, 4 units 240 hours, 5 units 300 hours, 6 units 360 hours, 7 units 420 hours, 8 units 480 hours. CWE Units Paid Placement: 1 unit 75 hours, 2 units 150 hours, 3 units 225 hours, 4 units 300 hours, 5 units 375 hours, 6 units 450 hours, 7 units 525 hours, 8 units 600 hours.
Supervised employment extending classroom-based learning to an on-the-job learning environment relating to the student's career and educational goals. In addition, these work experiences improve the student's basic work skills and professional competencies by creating career awareness, improving work habits, and fostering positive workplace attitudes.
Total Units:
7
Fall Semester (Year 2)
Course #
Course Title
Units
Plus a minimum of 6 additional units selected from the following:
Course Number |
Course Title |
Units |
Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries |
3 |
|
Marketing |
3 |
|
First Aid & Safety |
3 |
|
Outdoor & Adventure Recreation |
3 |
|
Race and Ethnic Relations |
3 |
|
Small Group Communication |
3 |
Choose one course each semester it is identified on the suggested course sequence.
Plus a minimum of 6 additional units selected from the following:
Course Number |
Course Title |
Units |
Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries |
3 |
|
Marketing |
3 |
|
First Aid & Safety |
3 |
|
Outdoor & Adventure Recreation |
3 |
|
Race and Ethnic Relations |
3 |
|
Small Group Communication |
3 |
Choose one course each semester it is identified on the suggested course sequence.
Limitations on Enrollment: To participate in Cooperative Work Experience: (1) students must be working at a job within their major, (2) students must be able to become involved in new or expanded responsibilities on the job, (3) the employer must be willing to cooperate with the college in the supervision and evaluation of the student and (4) the student must attend all coordination/consultation meetings in addition to other work and class responsibilities. NUMBER OF TIMES COURSE CAN BE REPEATED: Students enrolled in CWE 149 may earn up to 8 units of credit per semester not to exceed 16 units in total. Any units earned in any other Cooperative Work Experience course will be included in the 16 unit maximum. CWE Units Unpaid Placement: 1 unit 60 hours, 2 units 120 hours, 3 units 180 hours, 4 units 240 hours, 5 units 300 hours, 6 units 360 hours, 7 units 420 hours, 8 units 480 hours. CWE Units Paid Placement: 1 unit 75 hours, 2 units 150 hours, 3 units 225 hours, 4 units 300 hours, 5 units 375 hours, 6 units 450 hours, 7 units 525 hours, 8 units 600 hours.
Supervised employment extending classroom-based learning to an on-the-job learning environment relating to the student's career and educational goals. In addition, these work experiences improve the student's basic work skills and professional competencies by creating career awareness, improving work habits, and fostering positive workplace attitudes.
Total Units:
8
Program Requirements:
"Program Requirements" specify the courses required for this program. See suggested course sequence for additional information.
A total of 21 units is required for the certificate. Required core courses (15 units)
Course Number | Course Title | Units |
---|---|---|
REC 101 | Intro to Recreation Management | 3 |
REC 103 | Leadership in Recreation Services | 3 |
REC 105 | Program Planning for Recreation | 3 |
REC 107 | Recreational Sports Programming | 3 |
CWE 149 | Cooperative Work Experience OCCUPATIONAL | 1 - 8 |
Plus a minimum of 6 units selected from the following:
Course Number | Course Title | Units |
---|---|---|
ATH 104 | Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries | 3 |
BUS 102 | Marketing | 3 |
EMS 102 | First Aid & Safety | 3 |
REC 109 | Outdoor & Adventure Recreation | 3 |
SOC 120 | Race and Ethnic Relations | 3 |
SPCH 102 | Small Group Communication | 3 |
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Contact Information
Administrative Assistant
Myrna Flores
805-922-6966 ext. 3227
myrna.flores@hancockcollege.edu
Dean, Academic Affairs & Athletic Director
Kim Ensing
805-922-6966 ext. 3359
kensing@hancockcollege.edu
LOCATION
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