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RPTA Certificate Programs
RPTA Certificate Programs are designed for RPTA Major and Minor students only. These programs compliment any RPTA degree and are great for students who would like more targeted groups of coursework, with associated recognition, generally taken within the required major or minor program requirements. Choose one or more of the four certificate programs available!
How To Declare A Certificate
RPTA student's may declare more than one certificate but must submit a seperate request form for each certificate. To submit a certificate request form you must:
- Review the catalog to make sure that all requirements for each certificate request are fulfilled with a grade of "C" or better.
- Have all coursework for the Bachelor/Minor completed with a grade of "C" or better.
- Submit a certificate request form as soon as grades have posted. Do not wait long after grades have posted. All request forms must be completed before the degree is conferred.
Links to the catalog and certificate request forms are provided in each certificate description section further down on this page. Please note:
- When using the links to access certificate request forms, you will be prompted to log into Acrobat Adobe Sign in which you will need to use your CSU email for log in. You may also be prompted to to log into your CSU account if you have not already done so.
- A copy of unofficial transcripts will be required for verification upon submission of request. Highlight required courses and grades on your transcripts before attaching to the each certificate request form.
- Incomplete forms or forms that have not met requirements will be declined. If declined, you will receive an email through Acrobat Adobe Sign with an explanation. You must submit a new request form once you fix the issue.
Certificate in Event Planning
The certificate program in Event Planning (EP) is designed for students interested in working for both private and public agencies in the areas of:
- Event planning,
- Wedding planning,
- Meeting planning, and
- Rrecreational programming.
A copy of unofficial transcripts will be required for verification upon submission of EP certificate request form. Note: You must highlight the certificate required courses and grades on your transcripts before attaching to the each certificate request form.
Certificate in Natural Resources Administration
The certificate program in Natural Resource Administration (NRA) prepares students to work in outdoor recreation agencies such as California State Parks, National Parks, National Forests, and other agencies that manage our natural, cultural and heritage resources.
Through an informative coursework, students will receive a strong foundation in recreation management related to providing the public with high-quality outdoor recreational opportunities.
A copy of unofficial transcripts will be required for verification upon submission of NRA certificate request form. Note: You must highlight the certificate required courses and grades on your transcripts before attaching to the each certificate request form.
Certificate in Outdoor Adventure Administration
The certificate program in Outdoor Adventure Administration (OAA) is for students wanting to provide the public with experiences and programs to play and learn in the great outdoors.
Students will extend the general park and recreation management foundation of the Recreation Administration core with courses that teach adventure recreation programming and experiential education skills.
A copy of unofficial transcripts will be required for verification upon submission of OAA certificate request form. Note: You must highlight the certificate required courses and grades on your transcripts before attaching to the each certificate request form.
Certificate Non-Profit Administration
Non-profit leadership is becoming an essential skill for students planning to work in government, tax-supported, and not-for-profit agencies.
Students pursuing a Certificate in Non-Profit Administration (NPA) will gain valuable skills in:
- writing grants,
- planning fundraising events,
- managing volunteers, and
- working with various populations such as youth, underserved persons, or community professionals.
A copy of unofficial transcripts will be required for verification upon submission of NPA certificate request form. Note: You must highlight the certificate required courses and grades on your transcripts before attaching to the each certificate request form.
Certificate Advising
Certificate advising occurs during regular major or minor advising meetings.
If you have questions about course substitutions or transfer credit, or any other questions not covered in the section on Certificate FAQs, consult your advisor.