S C H O O L O F R E C R E AT I O N , H E A LT H , A N D TO U R I S MCollege of Education and Human Development

The School of Recreation, Health, and Tourism (SRHT) offers exciting, career-ready majors in dynamic fields such as tourism and events management, health and physical education,kinesiology, sport management, and recreation management. Each major requires one or more internship or clinical experiences, ensuring that students graduate not just with atranscript but with a resume that demonstrates their professional aptitude and skills.

SRHT features renowned faculty, cutting-edge research, six laboratories and centers, and a diverse student body of more than 1,000 undergraduate and graduate students each year.Many classes are held at George Mason’s newest and growing campus in Prince William County. The school is part of George Mason’s College of Education and Human Development.

To speak with an SRHT advisor to learn more about study, internship, and career opportunities, visit us on the web at rht.gmu.edu or email srht@gmu.edu.

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AT H L E T I C T R A I N I N G

Athletic trainers are highly qualified, multi-skilled health care professionals in an allied health profession. Certified athletic trainerscollaborate with physicians to provide care for athletes and those whoare physically active in emergency care, clinical diagnosis, therapeuticintervention, and rehabilitation of injuries and medical conditions.

The Athletic Training Education Program at George Mason preparesstudents to successfully complete the athletic training Board of Certification (BOC) Examination. The practice of athletic training is regulated in 49 states.

A hallmark of the program is the extensive clinical experience that students receive. Students take part in more than 1,000 hours of clinicaleducation, delivering patient care at schools, colleges, and sports medicine rehabilitation clinics. Students may also take advantage ofclinical education opportunities with professional sports teams, policeand fire departments, physician offices, and dance medicine specialists.

George Mason’s Athletic Training Education Program is nationally accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE).

■ Earn a BS in Athletic Training■ About this program: rht.gmu.edu/atep

U P C L O S EA Mason athletic training student’s quick actions helped save a high school wrestler’s life: rht.gmu.edu/rht1

H E A LT H A N D P H YS I C A L E D U C AT I O N

Students interested in becoming health and physical education teachers are invited to enroll in the Health and Physical Education program at George Mason. The undergraduate program stresses theteaching standards established by the Society of Health and PhysicalEducators (SHAPE) America.

Students who successfully complete the program fulfill Virginia’sacademic licensure requirements to teach health and physicaleducation at the elementary, middle, and high school grades. This duallicensure—in both health and physical education at both theelementary and secondary levels—gives Mason graduates an edge.An add-on endorsement in driver education is also available.

Each student in the program takes part in multiple field experiences topractice teaching under the supervision of carefully chosen masterteachers. Job opportunities are abundant as the Virginia Department of Education has listed health and physical education as one of ten “critical teaching shortage areas.” The profession offers the benefits of a physically active career plus the opportunity to know students well and teach them to pursue physically active lives.

The Health and Physical Education program at George Mason is accredited by the Virginia Department of Education and the NationalCouncil for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).

■ Earn a BSEd in Physical Education■ About this program: rht.gmu.edu/phed

U P C L O S EWhat’s it like to student-teach a physical education class? This Mason student provides an inside look: rht.gmu.edu/rht2

S R H T M A J O R S

■ BS in Athletic Training

■ BS in Health, Fitness, and Recreation Resources

with concentrations in:

● Parks and Outdoor Recreation

● Sport Management

● Therapeutic Recreation

■ BS in Kinesiology

■ BSEd in Physical Education

■ BS in Tourism and Events Management

with concentrations in:

● Events Management

● Hospitality Management

● Tourism Management

For the most up-to-date information on courses and majors, please check the University Catalog atcatalog.gmu.edu (look under “College of Education and Human Development”).

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K I N E S I O LO G Y

The mission of the Kinesiology program is to provide a comprehensiveapproach to the scientific study of human movement.

The program is a popular major at George Mason, with an increasing number of students choosing it each year. The rigorous program prepares students to become professionals who have the knowledge,skills, and abilities to enhance physical performance, fitness, and general well being across the age spectrum.

Students learn about evidence-based knowledge and its practical application through classroom, laboratory, research, and field experiences. This well-rounded approach prepares students for manycareers and is also excellent preparation for those interested in entering medical school or in pursuing graduate study in kinesiology or physical therapy.

The Kinesiology program at George Mason is one of the few in thecountry to be recognized by both the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) and accredited by the Commission onAccreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).

■ Earn a BS in Kinesiology■ About this program: rht.gmu.edu/kine

U P C L O S EOne Mason student met the most amazing people during her internship at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center: rht.gmu.edu/rht3

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N AT I O N A L LY A C C R E D I T E D

Many programs in the School of Recreation, Health, andTourism are nationally accredited by their respective professional associations and governing bodies.

Accreditation means that the program meets the high academic standards set by the discipline. These reflectwhat the profession considers essential for a person to know and be able to do to function successfully withinthe field.

Graduating from an accredited program is important forstudents seeking employment in health-related fields. Accreditation is a measure of academic quality and is usedas a tool that serves the public interest by helping ensurethat the workforce providing health care services is wellprepared and qualified.

Accreditations:

● Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education

● Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs

● Council on Accreditation of Parks, Recreation, Tourism and Related Professions

● National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education

● National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification

R E C R E AT I O N M A N AG E M E N T

The Recreation Management program is often the first choice of students looking for a profession where they can make a difference in people’squality of life, health, and well being. The program incorporates lessonsin planning, policy, marketing, and management.

Two concentrations are available: Parks and Outdoor Recreation orTherapeutic Recreation. Graduates of each track are eligible to sit fortheir respective professional certification exams.

Parks and Outdoor Recreation concentration

This concentration resonates with students who enjoy the outdoors. Thecourse work delves into: the interactions of people with outdoor re-sources; best practices in managing events, facilities, and natural re-sources; and business skills required to pursue management careers inthe field. The program is accredited by the Council on Accreditation ofParks, Recreation, Tourism and Related Professions (COAPRT).

■ Earn a BS in Health, Fitness, and Recreation Resources with a concentration in Parks and Outdoor Recreation

■ About this program: rht.gmu.edu/por

U P C L O S EThis Mason student’s assignment not only got an “A” but received funding from Outdoor Nation: rht.gmu.edu/rht4

Therapeutic Recreation concentration

A recreational therapist uses numerous activities, interventions, and techniques to improve the physical, cognitive, emotional, social, andleisure needs of clients. The course work in this concentration preparesstudents for careers in recreation settings, senior and adult health care,nonprofit organizations, and educational and clinical organizations.

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TO U R I S M A N D E V E N T S M A N AG E M E N T

Northern Virginia is sometimes referred to as the “Silicon Valley of Hospitality,” and with good reason. A significant number of multinationals have headquarters in the area (Hilton, Marriott, and Choice, among others) and the Washington, D.C. tourism industry is nearby.

With the capital region as a backdrop, students in the Tourism andEvents Management program study, learn, and experience how to prepare for successful careers in tourism, events, and hospitality management. The curriculum provides students with professionalknowledge and skills in the areas of administration, marketing, finance,research methods, law, sustainability, and more.

Each student in the program chooses one of three concentrations—Events Management, Hospitality Management, or Tourism Management—and learns about the field firsthand from industry leaders, internship experiences, and career networking opportunities.

■ Earn a BS in Tourism and Events Management with a concentration in either Tourism Management, Events Management, or Hospitality Management

■ About this program: rht.gmu.edu/tem

U P C L O S EMason students heard about the multi-million dollar wedding industry from none other than Monte Durham of “Say Yes to the Dress Atlanta”: rht.gmu.edu/rht7

Students learn how to work one-on-one with individuals to help themdevelop skills and behaviors important to daily living and communityinvolvement. The program is accredited by the Council on Accreditationof Parks, Recreation, Tourism and Related Professions (COAPRT) and the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC).

■ Earn a BS in Health, Fitness, and Recreation Resources witha concentration in Therapeutic Recreation

■ About this program: rht.gmu.edu/tr

U P C L O S EAn internship at the National Institutes of Health was a highlight for this Mason student: rht.gmu.edu/rht5

S P O R T M A N AG E M E N T

You can have an exciting and lasting career in sports, even if you’re nota professional athlete! The Sport Management program at GeorgeMason shows students how, by providing professional preparation forthe $470+ million sport industry.

The course work covers multiple aspects of sport management, including marketing, law, leadership, communication, finance, sponsorships,ethics, and event management for international, professional, intercollegiate, and community sports. The comprehensive curriculumis based on the Commission on Sport Management Accreditation content standards. In addition, faculty members from the Sport Management program offer students insider access to sought-after internships where they can build their professional networks and skills.

■ Earn a BS in Health, Fitness, and Recreation Resources with a concentration in Sport Management

■ About this program: rht.gmu.edu/spmt

U P C L O S EWorking with the Washington Redskins for a semester was a memorable experience for one Mason student: rht.gmu.edu/rht6

CO AC H I N G

Examine the philosophical, pedagogical, physiological, psychological,and managerial aspects of sport coaching. This minor also offers the opportunity to obtain coaching certification.

■ 18 credits■ About this program: rht.gmu.edu/minor/coaching

H E A LT H P R O M OT I O N

Learn about health behavior theory, health communication, and the skills required to address specific audiences and contemporaryhealth issues.

■ 18–19 credits■ About this program: rht.gmu.edu/minor/hp

K I N E S I O LO G Y

Gain fundamental knowledge of exercise science, including anatomy,exercise physiology, nutrition, and fitness programming and testing.

■ 17 credits■ About this program: rht.gmu.edu/minor/kine

PA R K S , R E C R E AT I O N , A N D

L E I S U R E S T U D I E S

Learn about the role of leisure in individual and community well-being,and how to plan, lead, and evaluate park resources and recreation programs in an inclusive environment.

■ 18 credits■ About this program: rht.gmu.edu/minor/prls

You can choose from among ten minors offered by the School of Recreation, Health, and Tourism. With careful planning, most students have room in their schedules for one of the minors below,several of which are offered in cooperation with other George Mason schools and colleges.

Having a minor offers you the opportunity to explore a field you have a special interest in(such as Sport Management). Minors can also be a boost to your resume when employers seethat you’ve gained specialized skills and training (such as Coaching). In addition, a minor(such as Kinesiology) can help you stand out from the crowd if you intend to apply for graduate school.

To speak with an SRHT advisor to learn more about minoring in one of the areas below, visit us on the web at rht.gmu.edu/minors or email srht@gmu.edu.

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S P O R T A N D A M E R I C A N C U LT U R E

Acquire a more critical understanding of the role of sport in Americanculture and how it is interconnected with other societal institutions. This minor is offered jointly with the Department of History and Art History.

■ 18 credits■ About this program: rht.gmu.edu/minor/sac

S P O R T A N D CO M P U T E R G A M E D E S I G N

Combine sport management knowledge and computer game designcourse work as it relates to the growing video game industry. This interdisciplinary minor, offered in collaboration with the College of Visual and Performing Arts, is the country’s first.

■ 18 credits■ About this program: rht.gmu.edu/minor/scg

S P O R T CO M M U N I C AT I O N

Gain an understanding of topics such as sport mass media, sport communication, interpersonal and organizational communication,sport ethics, public relations, and marketing. This minor is offeredjointly with the Department of Communication.

■ 18 credits■ About this program: rht.gmu.edu/minor/sc

S R H T M I N O R S

■ Coaching

■ Health Promotion

■ Kinesiology

■ Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies

■ Sport and American Culture*

■ Sport and Computer Game Design*

■ Sport Communication*

■ Sport Management

■ Sustainability Studies*

■ Tourism and Events Management

F U L LY O N L I N E M I N O R

When you have the interest but not necessarily the time, online courses can be a great way to meet the requirements for earning a minor. The following minor can be earned through fully online courses.

■ Tourism and Events Management

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C E R T I F I C AT E

■ Outdoor Recreation and Experiential Leadership*

This certificate teaches skills in outdoor activities suchas backpacking, rock climbing, kayaking, and challenge courses. Certifications are available for low-and high-element facilitators and wilderness first responders.

*These areas of study are interdisciplinary and offered in cooperation with other George Mason University academic departments. L E A R N M O R E AT : rht.gmu.edu

S P O R T M A N AG E M E N T

Learn about the theoretical as well as applied aspects of managementwithin the sports industry, including economics and finance, law, ethics,marketing, global perspectives, and more.

■ 18 credits■ About this program: rht.gmu.edu/minor/spmt

S U S TA I N A B I L I T Y S T U D I E S

Examine sustainability concepts, social issues related to the use of natural resources, and ethical issues raised by human interactions withthe environment.

■ 16 credits■ About this program: rht.gmu.edu/minor/sustain

TO U R I S M A N D E V E N T S M A N AG E M E N T

Understand the dynamics of travel and tourism, the key components of sustainable tourism development, and how to manage, plan, implement, and evaluate special events.

■ 15 credits■ About this program: rht.gmu.edu/minor/tem

Kinesiology

● Biomechanist● Clinical exercise (cardiac rehabilitation, diabetes, obesity)● Community health and fitness promotion● Community and recreation centers● Corporate fitness● Exercise equipment sales● Fitness instructor● Mind-body studies (massage therapy, yoga)● Performance specialist● Personal training● Pharmaceutical sales● Senior activity center● Sport coach● Sport and exercise nutrition● Sport science● Strength and conditioning coach

Athletic Training

● Colleges and universities● Fitness and recreation sports centers● Hospitals● Military● Physician offices● Secondary and high schools● Sports medicine clinics

Health and Physical Education

● K-12 schools● Professional associations● School administration

In the School of Recreation, Health, and Tourism, there is a direct connection between your course work and your planned career. Every program requires fieldwork or internshipsso you can gain on-the-job experience even before you graduate.

You’ll be prepared for practitioner and management roles in a variety of settings includingpublic, private, government, education, and non profit. Graduates are positioned to inform policy, promote economic development, advocate stewardship of natural resources,and improve the quality of life of individuals, families, and communities at the local, national, and international level.

The following are among the occupations and employment settings associated with majors in the School of Recreation, Health, and Tourism. Note that some of these options may require additional training or education. Use this list as a starting point to inspire your choiceof a career path!

C A R E E R S I N T H E F I E L D

for SRHT Graduates

*

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Parks and Outdoor Recreation

● Camp administrator● Community and park planner● Corporate fitness and aquatics director● Cruise ship activity specialist● Ecotourism guide● Golf course and sport facility manager● Military recreation planner● National or state park naturalist● Park ranger● Public policy analyst● Recreation and sports director● University life director● Visitor services supervisor

Sport Management

● Athletic director● Community relations● Compliance officer● Events manager● External relations● Facilities manager● Foundation director● General manager● League commissioner● Sport marketer● Sports agent● Sports information● Ticket sales

Therapeutic Recreation

● Aquatics instructor for individuals with disabilities● At-risk youth counselor● Community or school inclusion officer● Community services director● Corrections recreation specialist● Leisure educator● Residential recreation counselor● Senior center activities director● Special Olympics coach● Therapeutic horseback riding specialist● Therapeutic recreation specialist● Wounded warriors programs

Tourism and Events Management

● Cruise ship director● Cultural attractions manager● Destination marketing● Eco-tourism operations● Entertainment venue manager● Event planner● Festival management● Hotel management● Meeting and conference planning● Resort management● Tour operations● Visitor services● Wedding planning services

* Dayton Moore, general manager of the Kansas City

Royals, was a baseball player and physical education

major at George Mason University, where he also

earned a master’s degree in athletic administration.

He returns often to campus to speak with students.

M E d I N C U R R I C U LU M A N D

I N S T R U C T I O N , A D VA N C E D S T U D I E S

I N T E AC H I N G A N D L E A R N I N G

Physical Education Concentration

This master’s degree program is for practicing health and physical education teachers. It features advanced course work offered throughMason’s Graduate School of Education. The program leads to a master’sdegree in Curriculum and Instruction, Advanced Studies in Teachingand Learning: Physical Education Concentration. The master’s degreedoes not fulfill licensure requirements.

■ 30 credits■ About this program: rht.gmu.edu/pe

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A N D H E A LT H P R O M OT I O N

This program takes a science-based approach toward the fields of alliedhealth and human performance. Focus areas include athletic training,biomechanics, and strength and conditioning. The master’s degreecourse work promotes scholarly inquiry and cultivates professionals capable of understanding and applying evidence-based scientific principles in their profession. The program offers students the traditional research master’s thesis or a research project option.

■ 36 credits■ About this program: rht.gmu.edu/efhp

M S I N S P O R T A N D

R E C R E AT I O N S T U D I E S

Students in this master’s program choose from among the followingfive concentrations, depending on their area of interest.

International Sport Management concentration

Focuses on meeting the needs of sport-related professionals who seek to work in global organizational environments that demand interculturalcompetencies and skills.

Recreation Administration concentration

Prepares graduates to assume mid- to upper-level administrative positions in park and recreation organizations and industries. Graduatesare able to think conceptually and analytically and learn to positively impact the professional practices and policies in the field as well as thequality of life in the communities they serve.

Sport Coaching concentration

Provides students with the advanced skills and knowledge to meet thechallenges of coaching in elementary and secondary schools, colleges,and universities.

Sport and Leisure Studies concentration

Emphasizes the historical, critical, socio-cultural, and theoretical analysisof sport and leisure issues. This concentration also includes course workthat considers the ways in which sport and leisure interact with social as-pects of life, with a focus on diversity and inclusion.

Sport Management concentration

Meets the growing needs and demands of national sport organizations,multinational corporations, and businesses seeking to hire educated andculturally aware professionals prepared to work in the diverse, complex,and rapidly changing sport industry.

■ 30 credits■ About this program: rht.gmu.edu/srst

The School of Recreation, Health, and Tourism (SRHT) offers graduate students the opportunity to earn master’s degrees as well as a doctoral degree. The graduate programmeets the growing demand from students and professionals who wish to pursue advanced study or more effectively serve their industries and communities. To speak with an advisor regarding these programs, please contact us via email at srhtgrad@gmu.edu.

F O U R G R A D U AT E D E G R E E S

S R H T G R A D U AT E D E G R E E S

■ MEd in Curriculum and Instruction

with a concentration in Advanced Studies inTeaching and Learning: Physical Education

■ MS in Exercise, Fitness, and Health Promotion

■ MS in Sport and Recreation Studies

with concentrations in:

● International Sport Management

● Recreation Administration

● Sport Coaching

● Sport and Leisure Studies

● Sport Management

■ PhD in Education

with a specialization in Exercise, Fitness, and

Health Promotion

T U I T I O N D I S C O U N T S F O R

G R A D U AT E S T U D E N T S

Students who enroll in a SRHT graduate program mayqualify for the following tuition discounts! These discountsare only available to graduate students in George Mason’sCollege of Education and Human Development (which includes the School of Recreation, Health, and Tourism).

■ For Virginia schools employees

If you work in a PreK–12 school located in Virginia, you can apply to receive a 15% discount off of the regular in-state tuition rate. This discount applies to teachers, coaches, and other school employees and results in a reduction of more than $200 for a 3-credit graduate-level course. See details at cehd.gmu.edu/teachva.

■ For out-of-state students

It you’re an out-of-state student, you will automatically receive an approximately 45% discount off of the regular out-of-state tuition rate. No application is necessary. This discount results in a reduction of more than $1,500 for a 3-credit graduate-level course. See details at cehd.gmu.edu/news/stories/tuition-discounts.

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P h D I N E D U C AT I O N W I T H

A N E X E R C I S E , F I T N E S S , A N D H E A LT H

P R O M OT I O N S P E C I A L I Z AT I O N

Successful graduates of this program earn a doctorate in educationwith a specialization in Exercise, Fitness, and Health Promotion. Theprogram cultivates research-based educators and practitioners in fieldsof applied kinesiology that require a balance of qualifications inexercise, fitness, and health areas. Students gain research experience,programming expertise, and skills that can be applied to multiple settings and populations to promote optimal health and enhance thequality of life through physical activity.

■ About this program: rht.gmu.edu/phd

S C H O O L O F R E C R E AT I O N , H E A LT H , A N D TO U R I S MCollege of Education and Human Development

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