OCRE 3520 - Risk Management and Legal Issues in Recreation Services

Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]

Risk Management and Legal Issues is focused on the examination of general legal concepts, federal and state legislation, and legal liabilities as these relate to and impact programming with the fields of community and outdoor recreation. Emphasis is placed on the process of identifying and managing potential risks in recreation, education, developmental, and social service settings, as well as organizational structures. The course content is interdisciplinary in nature, and is grounded in the tenets of experiential education. Prerequisite: OCRE 3320 or permission from the instructor.