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.
November
4–6, North Kansas City, Missouri
4–6, Winter Park, Florida
December
2–4, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
January
7-9, Landover, Maryland
12-14, Michigan City, Indiana
13-15, Laveen, Arizona
20-22, Lakewood, California
AFO Program
The Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) certification is a state-of-the-art certification for pool operators and aquatic facility managers.
November
3-4, Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin
18-19, Elk Grove, California
December
11-12, Seattle, Washington
18-19, North Miami, Florida
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.
Webinar: Aligning Efforts with Identified Needs
October 30, 2 p.m. EDT
Member: $25 Nonmember: $33
You cannot be all things to all people — you have to know your core services and offerings and then allocate resources to get the best results. Join this webinar and learn how to use existing resources to get results. Learn techniques to match the needs of your community to your staff’s talents, strengths and strategies to stay current with ever-changing community needs. Presented by NRPA Board Member Neelay Bhatt. CEUs: 0.1
Online Course: Athletic Field Maintenance
Member: $50 Nonmember: $65
It’s that time of year. Soccer, football, homecoming. Learn how to keep your field in its best shape and looking great with the Athletic Field Maintenance Course. Learn the proper techniques and best practices needed to keep your agency’s athletic fields safe, usable and attractive. This course is an excellent resource for maintenance staff, landscapers and facility managers. CEUs: 0.2
Schools and Conferences
NRPA Conferences and Schools are forums where the park and recreation community comes together to exchange ideas and information.
NRPA Congress & Exposition: October 14–16, 2014
NRPA Supervisors Management School: November 2–6, 2014
NRPA Event Management School: January 18–22, 2015
NRPA Maintenance Management School: January 25–30, 2015