Pre-Conference Workshops and Additional Trainings

Pre-Conference Workshops

*Please note that Continuing Education Units (CEUs) earned through any Pre-Conference Workshop (PCW) will be included in the 1.4 Conference CEU cap.

Grant Quest: The Application Adventure in the National Park Service’s Competitive Grants Program

Monday, September 15 | 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Cost: Member: $0 / Nonmember: $0

This three-to-four hour event will engage participants in an interactive, educational game about LWCF (Land and Water Conservation Fund) competitive grants. Participants will work collaboratively to navigate the grant application process, while learning the essential components and requirements outlined in the Notice of Funding Opportunity.

0.2 CEU

Design Together, Build Together, Play Together!

Monday, September 15 | 8 – 11 a.m.

Cost: Member: $35 / Nonmember: $50

“Design Together, Build Together, Play Together!” combines important community-driven concepts and strategies to equip you with valuable information and industry trend insights to take you A–Z through planning, designing, construction and operations of your new recreation or aquatic facility.

0.3 CEU

Theory to Practice: ADA Compliance Strategies in Parks and Recreation

Monday, September 15 | 9 – 11 a.m.

Cost: Member: $20 / Nonmember: $40

Join this interactive session and clarify the ADA mandates while discussing the best approaches to compliance. Join us to hear how one agency started and continues its journey to ADA compliance.

0.2 CEU

Beyond the Sidelines: Elevating Girls’ Participation in Park and Rec Sports

Monday, September 15 | Noon – 3:30 p.m.

Cost: Member: $0 / Nonmember: $0

Join park and recreation professionals from across the country for a special session where you’ll learn real-world strategies to support girls in your sports programs – from getting girls in the door to keeping them engaged for seasons to come.

0.2 CEU

Including Individuals with Physical Disabilities in Tennis and Pickleball

Monday, September 15 | 1 – 3 p.m.

Cost: Member: $0 / Nonmember: $0

Join Move United and partners to learn how to facilitate welcoming pickleball and tennis in your community. Attendees will take away an understanding of how to implement immediate changes to make these programs accessible to community members with physical disabilities.

0.2 CEU

USTA National Campus Tour

Monday, September 15 | 9:15 a.m.

Cost: Member: $25 / Nonmember: $40

Elevate tennis for your community! Attend the 3-hour USTA National Campus tour to learn programming, court care and see a Red Ball Tennis demo. You’ll also get the chance to network with experts!

0.2 CEU

Certification Courses

*Please note that CEUs earned through any Certification Course will NOT be included in the 1.4 Conference CEU cap.

Rise Beyond to CPRE Certification Prep Course

Monday, September 15 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Cost: Member: $130 / Nonmember: $150

Rise beyond to CPRE Certification Prep Course will provide a solid foundation to help you prepare for the CPRE exam. If you are ready to take the next step in your professional journey, this session is for you.

0.8 CEU

CPRP Exam Prep Course

Monday, September 15 | 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Cost: Member: $100 / Nonmember: $120

Interested in one of the most sought-after certifications in the field of parks and recreation? Delivered by one of the co-authors of the Official CPRP Study Guide, this workshop reviews exam content areas, prep tips and more.

0.4 CEU

Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) Blended Learning Course

Monday, September 15 | 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Cost: Member: $385 / Nonmember: $435

The AFO blended learning course provides in-depth instruction on aquatic facility operation and management. It is a combination of the AFO online course, a one-day, in-person training with an AFO Instructor, with the exam at the end of the training.

1.5 CEUs