Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework

The standards and benchmarks for this program were updated for the 2026-27 academic year.

Program Title: 	Sport, Fitness, and Recreation Management
Career Cluster: 	Education & Training

Associate in Science	
CIP Number	1731050701	
Program Type	College Credit	
Program Length	60 credit hours	
CTSO	N/A	
SOC Codes (all applicable)  	For program SOC codes, please see the Program and Course Tables section of the CTE Program Resources page linked below.	
CTE Program Resources 	http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml	

Purpose

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Education & Training career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the Education & Training career cluster. 

The content includes but is not limited to history, philosophy, and scope of recreation; techniques of community organization and the inter-relatedness of special agencies and institutions; team sports; social recreation and music recreation; indoor and outdoor sports; recreation organization, supervision, and planning; general psychology; group dynamics; employability skills; leadership and human relations skills; and health and safety.  

Additional Information relevant to this Career and Technical Education (CTE) program is provided at the end of this document.

Program Structure

This program is a planned sequence of instruction consisting of 60 credit hours.

When developing the course sequence for the local implementation of this program, select courses that:
•	Meet the skill development requirements of the standards and benchmarks of this program.
•	Meet the general education core course requirements of Rule 6A-14.0303, Florida Administrative Code.
•	Where reasonable and practicable, align with programs offered by your institution or other postsecondary institutions in Florida, including: 
o	Related CCC and ATD credentials.
o	Baccalaureate degrees within the same career pathway and/or Federal CIP code.

Visit FloridaShines’ Discover Programs website to identify other institutions that offer similar programs to review their course sequencing. Where appropriate, course alignment between institutions offering related programs can facilitate interagency student articulation.

Visit FloridaShines’ Common Prerequisites Manual to identify courses that are prerequisites for admission into an upper division program.  When sub-baccalaureate courses are aligned to the course admissions requirements of baccalaureate programs with the same career pathway, students can enter upper division coursework seamlessly.   

Florida’s Career Readiness Skills for CTE Programs

Employability Skills	
01.0	Apply academic skills to workplace scenarios.	
01.01	Use reading skills.	
01.02	Use writing skills.	
01.03	Use mathematical strategies and procedures.	
01.04	Use scientific principles and procedures.	
02.0	Design a solution to an industry problem.	
02.01	Use critical thinking.	
02.02	Use creativity.	
02.03	Make sound decisions.	
02.04	Solve problems.	
02.05	Reason. 	
02.06	Plan and organize.	
03.0	Manage resources within an industry project	
03.01	Manage time.	
03.02	Manage money or resources.	
03.03	Manage materials.	
03.04	Manage personnel.	
04.0	Oversee the subcomponents, operations and output of a technical or organizational system.	
04.01	Manage systems.	
04.02	Monitor systems.	
04.03	Improve systems.	
05.0	Use information for decision making.	
05.01	Locate information.	
05.02	Organize information.	
05.03	Use information.	
05.04	Analyze information.	
05.05	Communicate information.	
06.0	Apply relevant technology to workplace scenarios to aid productivity.	
06.01	Use technology.	
07.0	Interpret and express interpersonal communication.	
07.01	Communicate verbally.	
07.02	Listen actively.	
07.03	Comprehend written material.	
07.04	Convey information in writing.	
07.05	Communicate nonverbally.	
07.06	Interpret nonverbal communication.	
08.0	Interact with others to accomplish workplace goals.	
08.01	Collaborate with others in a team.	
08.02	Respond to customer needs.	
08.03	Exercise leadership.	
08.04	Negotiate to resolve conflict.	
08.05	Respect others.	
09.0	Manage personal behavior to maximize productivity and professional growth.	
09.01	Demonstrate responsibility and self-discipline.	
09.02	Adapt and show flexibility.	
09.03	Work independently.	
09.04	Demonstrate a willingness to learn.	
09.05	Demonstrate integrity.	
09.06	Demonstrate professionalism.	
09.07	Take initiative.	
09.08	Display positive attitude.	
09.09	Take responsibility for professional growth.	
Job Attainment	
10.0	Find, assess and apply to job opportunities.	
10.01	Identify online job posts relevant to his or her career aspirations.	
10.02	Compare and contrast the job posts’ required qualifications, job duties, compensation, benefits and employers. 	
10.03	Define what information, documentation and writing prompts are required for the positions.	
11.0	Communicate personal competence, character and fit for a job opportunity.	
11.01	Develop a resume.	
11.02	Write a cover letter.	
11.03	Curate a professional portfolio that includes work products.	
11.04	Prepare for and experience a mock job interview.	
12.0	Cultivate and leverage relationships to professionally advance.	
12.01	Request a signed reference letter, letter of recommendation and/or an online skill/professionalism endorsement. 	
12.02	Develop a plan to cultivate a professional digital footprint.	
12.03	Develop a networking plan for a specific industry of interest.	

Standards

After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:

01.0	Demonstrate an ability to instruct individuals and groups to engage in a variety of individual and team. 
02.0	Demonstrate the ability to officiate various sport activities.  
03.0	Organize and lead large group activities for a variety of sports and settings.  
04.0	Recognize diverse needs of special populations.
05.0	Describe various aspects of outdoor recreation, education, and conservation.
06.0	Demonstrate employability skills.
07.0	Identify and understand appropriate care for the prevention of athletic injuries.  
08.0	Demonstrate the foundations of sport fitness and exercise physiology.
09.0	Implement managerial decision making for a sport, fitness, or recreational program. 

Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Program Title: 	Sport, Fitness, and Recreation Management
CIP Number: 	1731050701
Program Length: 	60 credit hours	

At the completion of this program, the student will be able to:	
01.0	Demonstrate an ability to instruct individuals and groups to engage in a variety of individual and team sports.  The student will be able to:	
01.01	Design programs, services, and strategies to educate the public for leisure, fitness, and recreation.	
01.02	Research and Analyze internet and web resources to acquire recreation, sport, fitness, and leisure information.	
01.03	Analyze and explain the philosophical, social, and behavioral foundations of sport fitness, and recreation management.	
01.04	Accurately explain and apply the rules of multiple sports in written, verbal, or practical assessments.	
01.05	Define and use the terminology for a variety of sports.	
01.06	Prepare a plan for a tournament.	
01.07	Conduct classroom instruction to teach general rules for a variety of individual and team sports.	
01.08	Use standard teaching methods including demonstration, practice, and observation.	
01.09	Identify and demonstrate safe practices in a variety of sport and leisure settings.	
01.10	Identify, compare, and contrast various coaching styles and theories.	
01.11	Identify and explain legal issues/concerns (liability, FERPA, etc.).	
02.0	Demonstrate the ability to officiate various sport activities.  The student will be able to: 	
02.01	Interpret and enforce officiating rules and regulations in a variety of sporting events. 	
03.0	Organize and lead large group activities for a variety of sports and settings.  The student will be able to:	
03.01	Design, plan, and manage a sport, fitness, or recreation event, ensuring proper scheduling, logistics, and risk assessment (i.e., summer camps, tournaments, clinics, seminars, etc.).	
03.02	Analyze and describe the history of sport, fitness, and recreation.	
03.03	Explain how sport, fitness, and recreation activities meet the needs of diverse populations in today’s society.	
03.04	Explain the importance of record keeping as it relates to an event (i.e., scores, budget, etc.).	
04.0	Recognize diverse needs of special populations. The student will be able to:	
04.01	Analyze and describe the key considerations for planning, organizing, and delivering leisure, sport, and fitness services for individuals with disabilities. 	
04.02	Adapt, Modify, or design activities to accommodate individuals with varying needs.	
04.03	Research and identify organizations that provide recreational services for special populations (i.e., Special Olympics, Sports Ability, Miracle League, etc.).	
05.0	Describe various aspects of outdoor recreation, education and conservation. The student will be able to:	
05.01	Evaluate and select appropriate campsite locations based on environmental and participant needs	
05.02	Plan and coordinate outdoor activities while ensuring accessibility and safety.	
05.03	Identify and implement outdoor recreational activities and related conservation techniques.	
05.04	 Assess and mitigate common hazards in Florida outdoor setting.	
05.05	 Apply basic conservation techniques in outdoor recreation programs.	
05.06	Demonstrate and enforce safety protocols for outdoor activities.	
06.0	Demonstrate employability skills.  The student will be able to:	
06.01	Conduct an effective job search using digital platforms (i.e., Monster.com, LinkedIn, etc.).	
06.02	Identify and prepare all required job application documents.	
06.03	Develop appropriate job application materials (i.e. resume, cover letter, etc.)	
06.04	Demonstrate effective job interview techniques.	
06.05	Identify appropriate responses and respond effectively to criticism from employer, supervisor, or other persons.	
06.06	Examine and demonstrate professional work behaviors, habits, and job expectations.	
07.0	Provide care for and demonstrate prevention of athletic injuries.  The student will be able to:	
07.01	Identify and explain common injuries to the head, upper extremities, and lower extremities.	
07.02	Describe and differentiate the different types of joints and injuries.	
07.03	Demonstrate basic taping skills. 	
07.04	Demonstrate basic first aid, CPR and AED training.	
07.05	Explain the importance of functional movement and corrective exercises.	
08.0	Demonstrate the foundations of sport fitness and exercise physiology.  The student will be able to:	
08.01	Identify health and fitness concerns that affect injury, morbidity, mortality, and quality of life (i.e., diet, exercise, body composition, etc.).	
08.02	Explain the role that nutrition plays in overall health and disease prevention. 	
08.03	Demonstrate knowledge of the structure and function of the human systems most affected by exercise (bone density, muscle mass, etc.).	
08.04	Describe and explain major muscle groups and their function. 	
08.05	Describe and explain cardiovascular, flexibility and muscular training.	
08.06	Explain the objectives of exercise and physical fitness training.	
08.07	Identify and explain the various methods of assessing fitness (i.e., V02 Max, Muscular Endurance, Flexibility, etc.).	
08.08	Explain the general theory of exercise program design.	
08.09	Demonstrate proper usage of common fitness equipment.	
08.10	Identify current technology related to the field of physical fitness and performance (i.e., software, programs, apps, etc.).	
09.0	    Implement managerial decision making for a sport, fitness, or recreational program. The student will be able to:	
09.01	Develop a job description for a coach or instructor.	
09.02	Implement a risk management plan for participant and spectator safety.	
09.03	Create a budget to minimize the chance of financial loss.	
09.04	Identify key components of financial planning (i.e. budgets, managing expenses, understanding revenue streams, etc.).	
09.05	Demonstrate and explain financial or managerial accounting principles.	
09.06	Examine and apply fundamental marketing principles and their applications (i.e. analysis of target market, promotion, etc.).	
09.07	Create a marketing plan to attract new members or promote an event.	
09.08	Develop a communication plan for key stakeholders.	
09.09	Apply basic customer service skills (i.e. communications, customer service, customer relations, etc.)	
09.10	Interpret, analyze, and present data using appropriate methods.	
09.11	Assess and identify common risks in sports, fitness, and recreation settings and their mitigation strategies.	

Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory investigations that include scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, emerging technologies, tools and equipment, as well as, experimental, quality, and safety procedures are an integral part of this career and technical program/course. Laboratory investigations benefit all students by developing an understanding of the complexity and ambiguity of empirical work, as well as the skills required to manage, operate, calibrate and troubleshoot equipment/tools used to make observations. Students understand measurement error; and have the skills to aggregate, interpret, and present the resulting data. Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on experiences for students.

Access to sports facilities and equipment is required.

Special Notes

The purpose of this program is to prepare students for employment as recreation leaders, recreation supervisors, group recreation workers, or recreation facility attendants or to provide supplemental training for persons previously or currently employed in these occupations.

This program focuses on planning, management, finance, technical and production skills, underlying principles of technology, labor issues, community issues and health, safety and environmental issues.  Each institution teaching this program is encouraged to meet specific activity needs of their student population and subsequent demands of their regional workforce.

Planned and supervised occupational activities may be provided through directed laboratory experience; a clinical practicum in several recreation areas, both indoor and outdoor; or cooperative experience as effective teaching/learning strategies.  

General Education Course Requirements for AS and AAS Degrees

State Board of Education Rule 6A-14.030(4), F.A.C., identifies 15 credit hours as the minimum amount of general education coursework required in the Associate of Science (AS) degree and the Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree.  In addition, Rule 6A-14.0303, F.A.C., implements s. 1007.25, F.S., and requires students entering a technical education degree program in the 2022-2023 academic year, and thereafter, to complete at least one identified core course in each subject area as part of the general education course requirements (15 credit hours total) before a degree is awarded) The core subject areas include: 
•	Communication. 
•	Humanities.
•	Mathematics. 
•	Natural Sciences.
•	Social Sciences.

Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities to meet individual needs and ensure equal access. Postsecondary students with disabilities must self-identify, present documentation, request accommodations if needed, and develop a plan with their counselor and/or instructors. Accommodations received in postsecondary education may differ from those received in secondary education. Accommodations change the way the student is instructed. Students with disabilities may need accommodations in such areas as instructional methods and materials, assignments and assessments, time demands and schedules, learning environment, assistive technology and special communication systems. Documentation of the accommodations requested and provided should be maintained in a confidential file.