Prepare for CAPRA Accreditation – Basics and Standards
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What is Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA)? What does it mean to become CAPRA accredited? Participate in this eight-part series — whether you are a professional or represent an agency — to learn the answers to these questions and more. Information covered will help park and recreation professionals prepare to participate in the CAPRA process. This series will cover a general overview of CAPRA and the accreditation process; guidelines for creating your self-assessment report and collecting your evidence of compliance; volunteer responsibilities and ways to get involved in CAPRA; detailed information on the 10 sections of the CAPRA National Accreditation Standards; and a list of resources to help you along the way.
Learning Objectives
Following this series, learners will be able to:
- Understand the mission and benefits of CAPRA accreditation and identify the team roles in the CAPRA accreditation process.
- Determine all sections of the online self-assessment report and establish best practices for completing and submitting your report.
- Review all 10 sections of the CAPRA National Accreditation Standards and pinpoint the fundamental standards in each of these sections.
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What is CAPRA?
Open to view video.
Open to view video.
During this overview of CAPRA, you will learn about the mission and purpose of the program, as well as the many benefits accreditation can offer agencies and the communities they serve. Find out more about the role of the CAPRA Commission and the number of CAPRA-accredited agencies nationwide. This session also highlights important resources that should be used throughout the CAPRA process.
Knowledge Check: What is CAPRA?
10 Questions | Unlimited attempts | 7/10 points to pass
10 Questions | Unlimited attempts | 7/10 points to pass
Agency Roles and Responsibilities
Open to view video.
Open to view video.
During this overview of the five steps in the CAPRA accreditation process, you will learn about the role your mentor will play and the different aspects of your role as the accreditation lead for your agency. Find out why it’s important to get several members of your agency involved and how to structure your team(s).
Knowledge Check: Agency Roles and Responsibilities
10 Questions | Unlimited attempts | 7/10 points to pass
10 Questions | Unlimited attempts | 7/10 points to pass
Developing Your Self-Assessment Report
Open to view video.
Open to view video.
This session will cover how to create and assemble your self-assessment report using the CAPRA Application and Review Portal; how to link to your evidence of compliance for each standard; and why it is important to use bookmarking and highlighting in your evidence. It also will include best practices for writing your responses and how the CAPRA Review Team (CRT) will analyze and assess your report.
Knowledge Check: Developing Your Self-Assessment Report
10 Questions | Unlimited attempts | 7/10 points to pass
10 Questions | Unlimited attempts | 7/10 points to pass
CAPRA Volunteers
Open to view video.
Open to view video.
This session will cover the criteria for becoming a volunteer and the steps to apply; the specific duties and expectations for each volunteer role (e.g., CAPRA Review Team advisor, lead and member, and CAPRA mentor); tips on preparing for your assigned review and visit; and the way to complete your end-of-visit-year evaluation form. Other topics will include what to expect during your assigned review and visit, and how to work together with your team to put together the final executive summary report for the agency.
CAPRA Standards 1-3 and 9
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Open to view video.
This session explores CAPRA Standards provided in Sections 1.0 – Agency Authority, Role, and Responsibility; 2.0 – Planning; 3.0 – Organization and Administration; and 9.0 – Risk Management. The overview of each section will identify the number of standards included, outline which standards are fundamental and which are non-fundamental, provide examples of self-assessment and supply visit report responses.
Knowledge Check: CAPRA Standards 1-3 and 9
10 Questions | Unlimited attempts | 7/10 points to pass
10 Questions | Unlimited attempts | 7/10 points to pass
CAPRA Standards 4 and 5
Open to view video.
Open to view video.
Join us for this session, in which our presenter will explore the CAPRA Standards provided in Sections 4.0 – Human Resources and 5.0 – Financial Management. The overview of each section will identify the number of standards included, outline which standards are fundamental and which are non-fundamental, provide examples of self-assessment and supply visit report responses.
Knowledge Check: CAPRA Standards 4 and 5
10 Questions | Unlimited attempts | 7/10 points to pass
10 Questions | Unlimited attempts | 7/10 points to pass
CAPRA Standards 6, 7, 8, and 10
Open to view video.
Open to view video.
Join us for this session, in which our presenter will explore the CAPRA Standards provided in Sections 6.0 – Programs and Services Management; 7.0 – Facility and Land Use Management; 8.0 – Public Safety, Law Enforcement and Security; and 10.0 – Evaluation, Assessment and Research. The overview of each section will include the number of fundamental, non-fundamental and any additional standards; and examples of self-assessment and visit report responses.
Knowledge Check: CAPRA Standards 6, 7, 8 and 10
10 Questions | Unlimited attempts | 7/10 points to pass
10 Questions | Unlimited attempts | 7/10 points to pass
CAPRA Best Practices for Standard Responses
Open to view video.
Open to view video.
Join us for this final session where we will provide best practices for self-assessment report narrative responses and evidence identification. The tools provided will help you understand exactly what the standard is asking, so you can provide effective responses.
Knowledge Check: Best Practices for Standard Responses
10 Questions | Unlimited attempts | 7/10 points to pass
10 Questions | Unlimited attempts | 7/10 points to pass
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