Sports and Recreation

Online Degree and Certificate Programs

Learn to support and develop opportunities for recreation management and tourism management that benefit the economy and environment as well as the mental, emotional, and physical well-being of people and communities with this online degree program.

Move your turf career forward by refining your turfgrass technology, business, and project management skills. This program allows you to focus your electives on turfgrass science or business while learning how to manage the day-to-day challenges of running a turfgrass facility.

Begin your career in turfgrass management with a comprehensive education in pest and disease identification and management, soil science, and other horticultural processes. Learn the fundamental operations of golf courses, athletic fields and sports turf, parks, and other related turf industries.

Learn to plan and implement projects, communicate effectively, conduct training programs, and manage finances in this online degree program designed for those interested in or already working in the turf industry.

Prepare for a career as a snowsports instructor and leader in collaboration with the Professional Ski Instructors of America and American Association of Snowboard Instructors (PSIA-AASI). Earn a Penn State certificate while completing the most highly regarded snowsports industry certifications.

Build upon your existing skills and explore more advanced turfgrass topics, such as pest management, turfgrass cultural systems, turfgrass edaphology, and case studies in turfgrass management with this certificate.

Gain foundational knowledge of turfgrass maintenance practices, soil science, and pest management methods. Whether you work in golf course maintenance, professional lawn care, grounds maintenance, athletic field maintenance, or research support, this program can help you excel in your career.

Develop models, analyze forecasts, and better understand the impact of weather systems on your leisure activities and professional livelihood with a certificate from one of the most respected meteorology departments in higher education.