Essential Skills for Park and Recreation Professionals (CPRP) Prep Exam Course

This dynamic course fast-tracks your path to becoming a Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) or confidently renewing your certification. Directly aligned with the official CPRP study guide, it delves into the five core categories of the profession: communication, finance, human resources, operations, and programming. Whether you're just starting or a seasoned professional, this course provides the essential knowledge and skills to build a thriving career in parks and recreation.

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Course Objectives

  • Master Effective Communication:Develop proficiency in communicating effectively with diverse internal and external stakeholders, using various methods (written, verbal, digital) to promote park and recreation benefits and solicit support, adapting communication styles to different audiences and contexts.
  • Manage Park and Recreation Finances:Manage park and recreation finances effectively, including budgeting, cash handling, seeking alternative funding sources (grants, sponsorships) and analyzing and comparing financial data from various sources.
  • Implement Effective Human Resource Management:Apply equitable and inclusive practices in recruiting, selecting, training, supervising, and managing personnel (including volunteers and contractors), understanding performance management and appropriate disciplinary actions.
  • Ensure Operational Efficiency and Safety:Implement efficient and safe operational procedures, including maintenance, risk management, emergency response and accessibility accommodations. Comply with relevant codes and ordinances.
  • Develop and Evaluate Recreation Programs:Develop, implement, and evaluate diverse, equitable, and inclusive recreation programs, considering community needs and available resources. Collaborate with partners, track program outcomes and ensure participant satisfaction.
  • Contribute to Strategic Planning and Policy:Contribute to the development and implementation of strategic plans and policies, considering operational needs, community input and long-term sustainability.
  • Analyze and Report Park and Recreation Data:Collect, analyze, and report on various data related to park and recreation operations, programs, and finances, using this information to inform decision-making and improve efficiency.
  • Foster Community Engagement and Collaboration:Build and maintain strong relationships with community partners and stakeholders, fostering collaboration and ensuring equitable access to park and recreation resources.
  • Apply Legal and Ethical Standards: Understand and apply relevant legal and ethical standards in all aspects of park and recreation management, including safety, accessibility and inclusive practices
Average Review Score:
★★★★★
Prep For Test
★★★★★

I decided to buy this training course because I could listen to what was being taught instead of having to scroll through the slide decks offered through the NRPA resources.

The knowledge checks along the way and the end of course practice exam were helpful. Sir Dion was extremely quick to respond through the message portal. This course was useful to me and definitely worth it if you can purchase it during a sale. I encourage you to use this along with the practice exams in the NRPA study guides.

Balance of depth, inspiration, and clarity
★★★★★

Taking the CPRP course with OmniPear, has been an amazing professional experience and personal journey. From the very beginning, the program delivered a balance of depth, inspiration, and clarity.
The curriculum is thoughtfully structured around the same core knowledge areas professionals are tested on — from communications and finance to human resources, operations, and programming. That connection gave me confidence that every module was preparing me not just to do well on the exam, but to also be adequately prepared for business in the parks and recreation industry after the exam.
What truly sets OmniPear apart, however, is the guidance and presence of the instructors. They doesn’t simply teach — thhe mentors, uplifts, makes you laugh, and inspires you to see yourself as capable of achieving more than you could have imagined.
Through this course, I’ve gained not only the skills and knowledge to pursue my CPRP credential with confidence, but I’m also walking away with a deeper sense of purpose. OmniPear, I strongly believe, is more than a provider of education — it’s a movement that fosters excellence, growth, leadership, and, in my case, self-discovery.

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Course Includes

  • 11 Lessons
  • 4 Topics
  • 7 Quizzes
  • Course Certificate

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