Membership Benefits
Leadership
MRPA’s leadership provides regular
opportunities for training and communication through statewide and district
seminars, meetings and other educational opportunities. MRPA sponsors an
annual convention & trade show each year.
Scholarships
MRPA is a leader in the development of future park and recreation professionals. MRPA’s membership provides scholarships each year to assist students who are members and who are enrolled in leisure service and delivery educational programs.
Professional Certification
MRPA recognizes qualified professionals through a certification plan approved by the National Recreation and Park Association. Levels of certification are based on experience, education and accomplishments. MRPA also offers continuing education units (CEU’s) to professionals to assist them in maintaining their certification. Learn more about professional certification.
Monthly Newsletter
Forum Update is the primary communication tool of the membership. As a member you’ll get a steady stream of ideas and information that will help you manage your park and recreation programs, facilities and departments in a professional and efficient manner. Visit our archives page for e-publications of Forum. Members have the option of receiving this electronically or by mail.
E-newsletter
MRPA uses Newsbites to send out time-sensitive information. We are embracing the needs of younger workforce by meeting them where they are. The frequency is capped at weekly to respect your Inbox. Members receive discounts on advertisements in this publication.
Networking
MRPA offers a chance to meet a variety of professionals who are experiencing similar challenges and. The association provides members the opportunity to work together toward common goals, to share ideas and to exchange information. Professional advice and consultation can also be arranged through MRPA.
Related Programs
q Mississippi Amateur Softball Association
q Hershey
National Youth Track & Field Program
q National
Recreation & Park Association’s national certification program
q Statewide athletic program