Land Management school training courses in Boston, MA (public, in-house or online)

This course examines the ethical dilemmas faced by human cultures throughout history in their use of land and natural resources. Topics include the environmental ethics of game and wildlife management, natural resource use, water management, biological diversity, fisheries, ocean protection, and agricultural production. Emphasis is given to the different perceptions of the environment and the different strategies that cultures have employed to resolve ethical disputes over land management and re...

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Theories, concepts, and practices of administration as they relate to the delivery of leisure services. Fall & Spring

Course provides detailed instruction on the fundamentals of park law enforcement. The course includes: federal and state policy for park and refuge officers; legal aspects of park and recreation area law enforcement; detention and arrest; search and seizure; and interpersonal skills. The course is the first part of a two-semester sequence. Upon successful completion of both courses, students receive a seasonal law enforcement certificate of completion that is recognized by the National Park Serv...

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This course introduces students to the basic principles of park management, resource protection, and visitor management. Emphasis will be placed on park management strategies that are implemented for the protection of resources, visitor management, and visitor education.

The PRM Certificate was designed to meet the needs of individuals currently working in the parks and recreation field who wish to strengthen their professional background. In addition, it provides an opportunity for individuals without a park and recreation background to achieve a sound academic foundation in this field.

The difference between a "Certificate" and a "Minor" is the Certificate was designed for non-matriculating, non-traditional students. The PRM Minor i...

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