Overview

Students within this concentration have the option of choosing courses within two specializations: Park and Recreation Management and Aquatic Management. These specializations are designed to enhance the student’s experiences within the primary areas of emphasis in the recreation field.

The Sport and Movement Science, Recreation Management Concentration and Park Management Specialization Program employs a secondary admissions process during the fall semester of the Sophomore year of the curriculum. Acceptance from the pre-professional phase to the professional phase of Athletic Training is limited each academic year and is based upon the following criteria:

• Filing of the appropriate forms to the Program Director by the first Monday of November.

• Three letters of recommendation, with at least one being from a Salem State University faculty member by the required date.

• A cumulative GPA of 3.0 at the time of application to the program.

• Scoring a minimum of 70% on the written and oral/practical examination.

• Successful interview with the Selection Committee.

• Compliance with the Athletic Training Program Technical Standards, published in the Athletic Training Handbook.

Our Mission

Salem State University's mission is to provide a high quality, student-centered education that prepares a diverse community of learners to contribute responsibly and creatively to a global society, and serve as a resource to advance the region's cultural, social and economic development.