We all know how much free time, play, and recreation can contribute to our happiness and well-being. What could be better than a career facilitating this happiness?

Recreation and leisure are essential to the total well-being of every person. They can also be a reflection and expression of the cultural values of a society, or an important therapeutic treatment modality.  The provision of recreation services is one of the largest industries in the world, whether measured in dollars spent, persons served, hours of time devoted, or resources used.

There are a number of opportunities available to graduates depending on their area of focus. Each of the panels outlines job areas as well as links to professional organizations that provide job newsletters, scholarships, and professional services.