Program Detail




Kansas State University

Department Horticulture, Forestry, and Recreation Resources

Dr. Ryan Sharp, Assistant Professor
Email
2021 Throckmorton Hall
Horticulture Forestry & Rec Res
Manhattan, KS 66506
(785) 532-1665

Accredited Program

  • Park Management and Conservation Program
First Accredited: 04/05/1988
Next Review: Conference 2022

COAPRT Standard 7.01. - Students graduating from the program shall demonstrate the following entry-level knowledge: a) the nature and scope of the relevant park, recreation, tourism or related professions and their associated industries; b) techniques and processes used by professionals and workers in these industries; and c) the foundation of the profession in history, science and philosophy.
  • Outcome:
    7.01.b.1 Students shall demonstrate communication skills comparable to an entry level professional.
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COAPRT Standard 7.02. - Students graduating from the program shall be able to demonstrate the ability to design, implement, and evaluate services that facilitate targeted human experiences and that embrace personal and cultural dimensions of diversity.
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    Direct
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    SLO MET 93% scored higher than 80% (80% over 80% was the standard)
COAPRT Standard 7.03. - Students graduating from the program shall be able to demonstrate entry-level knowledge about operations and strategic management/administration in parks, recreation, tourism and/or related professions..
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    7.02.b Students will demonstrate ability to develop, analyze and or facilitate programs that foster diversity and inclusion.
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Demonstration of Compliance:

COAPRT Standard 2.05.05   Demonstration
The program annually posts 7.0 series aggregated data and additional evidence reflecting program academic quality and student achievement on their program and/or departmental website. Such information shall be consistent with The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) requirements.

COAPRT Standard 3.06   Demonstration
The program has a practice of informing the public about the harm of degree mills and accreditation mills.

COAPRT Standard 3.07   Demonstration
The program has a practice of informing the public about their COAPRT accredited programs.