On-Demand Talks (variable CEU)
NRPA’s On-Demand Talks feature subject matter experts presenting a wide range of topics that impact the work of park and recreation professionals. Available for a full year from their release date, learn from these videos when it works best for you! One virtual talk per month is also a part of the yearly Premier Learning Series.

Clinics (variable CEU)
NRPA's Clinics invite participants to discover new skills and concepts through live, hands-on virtual learning. Learners will be able to take their newfound skills and real-world applications back to their agencies!

Sandboxes (no CEU)
NRPA’s Sandboxes foster online networking opportunities, enabling participants to discuss timely topics within the Parks and Recreation field and gain valuable insights from peers nationwide.

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NRPA’s Certificate Programs offer engaging, interactive training designed to help professionals in the park and recreation field deepen their expertise. These programs award a certificate upon completion—making them excellent resume boosters and a smart way to stay sharp! Certificates are asynchronous, so learners can complete them on their own schedule.

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These flexible learning opportunities are designed to fit your busy schedule, be more responsive to your professional development budget, and align with your professional development goals. Skill Builders are organized into three types of focused learning experiences that will enable you to build and strengthen specific skills based on your desired time commitment.

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Equity is central to all of NRPA’s work as an organization. NRPA's upcoming and recent online learning events that discuss centering equity to support park and recreation professionals in their work to create fair and just park and recreation systems.

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NRPA Training Centers are on-demand, thematically curated collections of learning resources available to our members.

Sustainability in Practice Training Centers
On-Demand Sustainability in Practice Training Center – This Training Center covers eight topics from Environmental Data and Assessment to Strategic Community Partnerships and Storytelling for Authentic Community Engagement. Each section shares a short video, article, case study and/or tool explaining how to leverage community partners and advocate for sustainable practices at your parks. 

Environmental Sustainability Training Center – Dive deeper into ten park-related environmental sustainability topics, each with links to informative articles, one-pagers, podcast episodes, and other quick and helpful resources. 

NRPA Staff Training Resource Center
The NRPA Staff Training Resource Center allows agency staff contacts to access free NRPA learning materials to share with their wider staff. These resources are available for download and use by agencies for professional development needs. Please contact onlinelearning@nrpa.org to learn more & register.

Please note that these are not available for CEU.