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• National Certification Sponsorship | CPSI November 2023 - Avondale

  • Start
    Wednesday, January 18, 2023
  • End
    Monday, October 02, 2023
  • Location
    City of Avondale - facility confirmation TBA
  • Spaces left
    1

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  Course Dates: November 15-17, 2023

  Host City: Avondale

  Location: City of Avondale Resource Center / Avondale Complete Health

  995 E. Riley Dr. Avondale, AZ 85323

  Expected Attendance: 36-48 participants

  
  

  
  

  
  

  25 to 35 certification participants

  $1,200 Member | $1,700 Non-Member

  36 to 48 certification participants

   $1,500 Member | $2,000 Non-Member

  
  

  49 to 60 certification participants

   $1,800 Member | $2,300 Non-Member

  
  

  ROIs

  • Tabletop display with signage at program location
  • 5-minutes to address attendees and remain through lunch for networking
  • Recognition as event lunch sponsor both days

  • Article or Ad in e-newsletter (30 days pre or post event)
  • Logo on monthly email notifications of program
  • Opportunity to provide branded swag to attendees
  • Logo in social media posts promoting the program
  • Logo with link to company page on registration page

  

  HELPFUL TIPS

  1. The best day to connect with certification participants is on Day 2 of the course
  2. APRA has seen increased engagement between candidates and sponsors who share catalogs, business cards, and useful branded swag
  3. APRA will request a table for sponsor materials and ensure participants know they are supported by you with multiple acknowledgements
  4. Please provide a table covering for a professional appearance (only requested if you have items to display) 
  5. You also welcome to personally hand out your materials upon the arrival of each participant on Day 2 in lieu of a table display
  6. Unless personally handing out materials/swag, please arrange delivery the afternoon of Day1 to ensure APRA has time to display by 7:30am on Day 2
  7. Some instructors are willing to ask content related review questions and award the right answer with a prize or prizes provided by the sponsor (non-monetary)
  8. Once you have secured the sponsorship, APRA staff will reach out to you to assist with your ROI delivery and arrangements for items listed in the Helpful Tips section

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• National Certification Sponsorship | AFO October - Sierra Vista

  • Start
    Thursday, January 19, 2023
  • End
    Friday, September 01, 2023
  • Location
    Sierra Vista - Sports Division | 3401 E Fry Blvd - Sierra Vista AZ 85635
  • Spaces left
    1

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  Course Dates: October 5-6, 2023

  Expected Attendance: 25

  Location:

  Sierra Vista - Sports Division

  3401 E Fry Blvd

  Sierra Vista, AZ 85635

  
  

  
  

  25 to 35 certification participants

  $1,200 Member | $1,700 Non-Member

  36 to 48 certification participants

   $1,500 Member | $2,000 Non-Member

  
  

  49 to 60 certification participants

   $1,800 Member | $2,300 Non-Member

  ROIs

  • Tabletop display with signage at program location
  • 5-minutes to address attendees and remain through lunch for networking
  • Recognition as event lunch sponsor both days

  • Article or Ad in e-newsletter (30 days pre or post event)
  • Logo on monthly email notifications of program
  • Opportunity to provide branded swag to attendees
  • Logo in social media posts promoting the program
  • Logo with link to company page on registration page

  

  HELPFUL TIPS

  1. The best day to connect with certification participants is on Day 2 of the course
  2. APRA has seen increased engagement between candidates and sponsors who share catalogs, business cards, and useful branded swag
  3. APRA will request a table for sponsor materials and ensure participants know they are supported by you with multiple acknowledgements
  4. Please provide a table covering for a professional appearance (only requested if you have items to display) 
  5. You also welcome to personally hand out your materials upon the arrival of each participant on Day 2 in lieu of a table display
  6. Unless personally handing out materials/swag, please arrange delivery the afternoon of Day1 to ensure APRA has time to display by 7:30am on Day 2
  7. Some instructors are willing to ask content related review questions and award the right answer with a prize or prizes provided by the sponsor (non-monetary)
  8. Once you have secured the sponsorship, APRA staff will reach out to you to assist with your ROI delivery and arrangements for items listed in the Helpful Tips section

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• National Certification Sponsorship | CPSI September 2023 - Flagstaff

  • Start
    Thursday, January 19, 2023
  • End
    Monday, July 03, 2023
  • Location
    Southeast Regional Library 775 N Greenfield Rd. Gilbert AZ 85234
  • Spaces left
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  Course Dates: September 6-8, 2023

  Expected Attendance: 36-48 participants

  Location:

  The Flagstaff Aquaplex

  1702 N 4th St.

  Flagstaff, AZ 86004

  
  

  
  

  25 to 35 certification participants

  $1,200 Member | $1,700 Non-Member

  36 to 48 certification participants

   $1,500 Member | $2,000 Non-Member

  
  

  49 to 60 certification participants

   $1,800 Member | $2,300 Non-Member

  ROIs

  • Tabletop display with signage at program location
  • 5-minutes to address attendees and remain through lunch for networking
  • Recognition as event lunch sponsor both days

  • Article or Ad in e-newsletter (30 days pre or post event)
  • Logo on monthly email notifications of program
  • Opportunity to provide branded swag to attendees
  • Logo in social media posts promoting the program
  • Logo with link to company page on registration page

  

  HELPFUL TIPS

  1. The best day to connect with certification participants is on Day 2 of the course
  2. APRA has seen increased engagement between candidates and sponsors who share catalogs, business cards, and useful branded swag
  3. APRA will request a table for sponsor materials and ensure participants know they are supported by you with multiple acknowledgements
  4. Please provide a table covering for a professional appearance (only requested if you have items to display) 
  5. You also welcome to personally hand out your materials upon the arrival of each participant on Day 2 in lieu of a table display
  6. Unless personally handing out materials/swag, please arrange delivery the afternoon of Day1 to ensure APRA has time to display by 7:30am on Day 2
  7. Some instructors are willing to ask content related review questions and award the right answer with a prize or prizes provided by the sponsor (non-monetary)
  8. Once you have secured the sponsorship, APRA staff will reach out to you to assist with your ROI delivery and arrangements for items listed in the Helpful Tips section

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• Fall 2023 CPRP Promo Registration (limited time!)

  • Start
    Monday, February 13, 2023
  • End
    Friday, August 11, 2023
  • Location
    registration required by August 11, 2023

  Register

  

  

  
  

  Limited Time $ saving Promotion!
  

  
  

    $350 promotion v $550 standard fee

  

  Registration includes the following: 

  • NRPA Application 
  • CPRP Study Guide 
  • CPRP Prep Course (on-line)
  • CPRP Practice Exam 
  • CPRP Examination Fee 

  Registrants have one year to schedule the exam at an in-person testing center

  

  ** IMPORTANT DETAILS **

  • Registrations must be completed by August 11 to qualify for the group partnership discount 
  • Ensure you have reviewed and met the application requirements before registering. Click here to view eligibility requirements 
  • This event is non-refundable
  • Names cannot be added after the deadline
  • Once registration closes, all names will be forwarded to NRPA
  • NRPA will contact you via email to begin the separate application process
  • NRPA will set up your account to access the prep course modules and provide you with the information you need
  • Applicants will have one year to take the CPRP exam at a testing center 

  

  Payment must be made at the time of registration. The system automatically cancels any registration without payment after 15 minutes.

  CPRP Prep Course

  The Illinois Parks and Recreation Association (IPRA) is offering a virtual prep course at a discounted rate for APRA members. Courses are offered live virtually with a recording link available after each session. 

  Session Schedule: September 21 – Nov 2, 2023                 

  10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. CST - Central Standard Time        

  *No class 10/12 (NRPA Conference)

  Course - $95

  
  

  Class Schedule	Series B	Class Time
  Exam Basics	Thur, Sept 21	10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
  Communications	Thur, Sept 28	10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
  Finance	Thur, Oct 5	10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
  Human Resources	Thur, Oct 19	10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
  Operations	Thur, Oct 26	10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
  Planning	Thur, Nov 2	10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

  
  

  A registration link and password for the discounted rate on the IPRA prep course will be sent to the email used to register for this course in the registration confirmation. 

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• TR TEAM Meeting | March

  • When
    Tuesday, March 28, 2023
  •  
    10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    Zoom

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  AGENDA

  Housekeeping

  Announcements from APRA

  Monthly topic/discussion

  Open Forum

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• Afterschool Analytics: Why the data matters | Virtual

  • When
    Wednesday, March 29, 2023
  •  
    11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Zoom
  • Spaces left
    100

  Registration is closed

  

  
  

  Session presented in continued partnership with the Florida Recreation and Park Association
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  Learn how data can be used to inspire change, create a story of impactful moments, motivate staff, and help grow your Parks and Recreation department. In this session we discuss the impact keeping track of data can have, and how to use this information to best serve your community.

  
  Learning Objectives

  • Identify how proper data collection can help tell your parks and recreation story.
  • Identify how to properly sell your services and improve programming through data collection.
  • Be able to tangibly show the impact staff has, helping motivate and create healthy competition amongst your team.

  
  

  
  

  Presenters: 

  Vince Bowers, Recreation Program Supervisor, Hillsborough County Parks and Recreation
  Chris Harrison, Recreation Program Supervisor, Hillsborough County Parks and Recreation
  

  
  

  
  

  Vince has over 14 years of experience with the Hillsborough County Parks and Recreation Department. Most recently as the Recreation Program Supervisor at the Westchase Recreation Center. Vince oversees the daily report operations of the recreation center and its programs which include After School and Summer Camp programming for over 120 participants. Other programs include Youth Athletic Leagues, Pickleball and active adult exercise classes. Vince is also a volunteer coach with a local youth football league.
  

  The love for Parks and Recreation began at very young age for Chris. Having grown up in the Hillsborough County Parks system Chris Harrison has had the unique opportunity to be a participant and now leader in the Parks and Recreation. Having served his community in the field of Parks and Recreation for past nine years. Drawing on his personal and professional experiences has helped shape the diversity of programming within Hillsborough County, bringing Esports into the forefront of highlighted programs.
  
  
  

  

  Due to the pandemic, APRA staff is working from home; therefore, all payments must be processed on-line using a credit card or P-Card at the time of registration. Beginning August 2020 all event registrations must be paid in full with a credit card at the time of registration. Any registrations without a valid method of payment at time of registration is considered incomplete and will be automatically removed from the event.

  APRA Payment & Cancellation Policies

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• Integrated Vegetation Management - Glyphosate and the Public | Virtual

  • When
    Wednesday, April 05, 2023
  •  
    11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Zoom
  • Spaces left
    100

  Register

  

  
  

  Session presented in continued partnership with the Florida Recreation and Park Association
  

  
  

  
  

  Management of vegetation is a complex and dynamic activity that spans both private and public lands. The use of the Integrated Vegetation Management program will help to reduce herbicide use on public lands, support a consistent approach to vegetation management through the amalgamation of a single decision-making matrix.

  Learning Objectives

  • Gain knowledge of the issues surrounding glyphosate/Round Up.
  • Outline and recall components of a comprehensive approach to vegetation management.
  • Be able to summarize vegetation management approaches that utilize alternatives to glyphosate and other herbicides.

  
  

  
  

  Presenters: 

  JP Gellerman, UF/IFAS Extension Director Pinellas County
  Steven Robinson, Commercial Horticulture Agent, UF/IFAS Pinellas County

  Jeffrey P. Gellermann (JP) is the Extension Director and Community Resource Development Agent for the University of Florida/IFAS Extension in Pinellas County. He develops educational programs focusing on the health and wellbeing of the local community. JP is a Florida native, and has earned a Master’s Degree in Public Administration and a Bachelor’s Degrees in Political Science and Criminology. He has worked for the University of Florida since 2005 and earned University tenure in 2010. Jp performs leadership roles for both his local community and for the University of Florida/IFAS. In addition, he is currently enrolled in the Certified Public Managers program and an alumnus of the 2006 Class VI of the Florida Natural Resources Leadership Institute.
  

  Steve Robinson is the Commercial Environmental Agent-II for Pinellas County, Florida. Steve obtained his bachelor and Master Degrees from the University of South Florida College of Geo-Science(s). Steve has worked for Pinellas County, Government Florida since 1979 and he has also worked for three years with the Pinellas County Extension Service. Steve’s career has included work as a: (biologist, wetland manager, ecologist, geo-morphologist) and environmental educator for the University of Florida in Largo, Florida since 2019.
  
  

  
  

  
  

  Due to the pandemic, APRA staff is working from home; therefore, all payments must be processed on-line using a credit card or P-Card at the time of registration. Beginning August 2020 all event registrations must be paid in full with a credit card at the time of registration. Any registrations without a valid method of payment at time of registration is considered incomplete and will be automatically removed from the event.

  APRA Payment & Cancellation Policies

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• BREAKING NEWS...DOJ GRANDFATHERS PARKS FOR ADA COMPLIANCE! (NOT!)

  • When
    Wednesday, April 05, 2023
  •  
    1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
  • Location
    North Mountain Visitor Center (APRA Office) 12950 N 7th Street, Phoenix
  • Spaces left
    0

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  DOJ GRANDFATHERS PARKS FOR ADA COMPLIANCE! (NOT!)

  The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is more than 33 years old, and some people have a hard time separating myth from fact. Are playgrounds grandfathered, and need not be compliant? Does every existing site have to be accessible? Do agencies have to provide inclusive recreation? Is it true that new trails must be accessible? Do recreation staff have to hold and dispense prescription medication? Golf courses don't need a single-rider golf car, right?

  This 3-hour session will answer these and other questions that help agencies better serve their entire community, and lead in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

  
  

                        

  Facilitated by John N. McGovern, JD from The WT Group

  

  Session Outline

  •  Introduction, Session Purpose
    
  • ADA Enforcement and Trends
    
  • The Secrets of the Title II Regulation
    
  •  Title II Policy Issues (Service Animals, OPDMD, etc.)
    
  • The Recreation Inclusion Mandate and Process
    
  • BREAK
    
  • Just What is a Reasonable Modification?
    
  • Demographics in Arizona and ADA Impact
    
  • Hot Topics and Breaking News
    
  • Conclusion and Resources
    

  this course has been approved for 2.75 CEUs

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• CoP | BREAKING NEWS...DOJ GRANDFATHERS PARKS FOR ADA COMPLIANCE! (NOT!)

  • When
    Wednesday, April 05, 2023
  •  
    1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
  • Location
    North Mountain Visitor Center | APRA Office 12950 N. 7th Street, Phoenix 85022

  This registration link is for City of Phoenix Staff ONLY

  registration code can be obtained from Sallie Seibert

  

  DOJ GRANDFATHERS PARKS FOR ADA COMPLIANCE! (NOT!)

  The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is more than 33 years old, and some people have a hard time separating myth from fact. Are playgrounds grandfathered, and need not be compliant? Does every existing site have to be accessible? Do agencies have to provide inclusive recreation? Is it true that new trails must be accessible? Do recreation staff have to hold and dispense prescription medication? Golf courses don't need a single-rider golf car, right?

  This 3-hour session will answer these and other questions that help agencies better serve their entire community, and lead in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

  
  

                        

  Facilitated by John N. McGovern, JD from The WT Group

  

  Session Outline

  •  Introduction, Session Purpose
    
  • ADA Enforcement and Trends
    
  • The Secrets of the Title II Regulation
    
  •  Title II Policy Issues (Service Animals, OPDMD, etc.)
    
  • The Recreation Inclusion Mandate and Process
    
  • BREAK
    
  • Just What is a Reasonable Modification?
    
  • Demographics in Arizona and ADA Impact
    
  • Hot Topics and Breaking News
    
  • Conclusion and Resources
    

  this course has been approved for 2.75 CEUs

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• Senior & Active Adults TEAM Roundtable | Virtual

  • When
    Wednesday, April 05, 2023
  •  
    3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
  • Location
    Zoom Video Conference
  • Spaces left
    30

  Register

  

  Hosted by

  Philip Yabes, City of Buckeye
  

  Erin Lutz, City of Avondale

  Sharon Meinders, City of Buckeye

  
  

  AGENDA | All about Volunteers

  How are they utilized?

  How are they rewarded?

  Background Checks

  
  

  Free to members, be sure to log into your APRA account, so the system recognizes you. Refunds will not be granted for skipping this important membership step. 
  

  A link to log into the meeting will be sent to your email in the registration confirmation. This email is sent immediately after registration. You may need to check your SPAM/JUNK folder.

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• Outdoor & Natural Resources TEAM Roundtable

  • When
    Thursday, April 20, 2023
  •  
    2:00 PM
  • Location
    TBD

  Register

  

  Join us for the first 2023 in-person roundtable session to make a difference. More information to come. 

  
  

   

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• Financial Sustainability Certification Program

  • Start
    Tuesday, April 25, 2023
  •  
  • End
    Thursday, April 27, 2023
  •  
  • Schedule
    3 sessions
  • Location
    Gilbert’s Southeast Regional Library - 775 N. Greenfield Rd
  • Spaces left
    63

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  WHAT is the Financial Sustainability Certification Program?

  The Financial Sustainability Certification Program is designed to enhance and accelerate career growth for park and recreation professionals. This intensive program will address complex issues, including the pressing need to practice financial discipline and acknowledge the responsibility park and recreation professionals have as stewards of taxpayer dollars.

  
  

  This next generation of the Master Class in Financial Sustainability series in which more than 1000 park and recreation professionals participated between 2019-2022 (with virtual classes in 2020-2022 due to COVID), this robust new program will combine targeted and relevant content, and an interactive learning environment.

  
  

  All content has been developed by 110% Inc. and offered in small bites via many professional development programs at state, regional, national, and international conferences and schools. Content elements have also been used as part of the Financial Management course in Indiana University’s School of Public Health for master’s level students in the Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Studies Program.

  
  

  Approximately 15 hours of course content will be provided to participating professionals affording them the opportunity to acquire 1.5 continuing education units (CEUs).

  Financial Sustainability Certification Program FORMAT

  Program Format = 18 contact hours, including 15 hours of content 

  Schedule:

  
  

  • Day one: 9 am – 4 pm (includes lunch) check-in begins at 8:30 am
  • Day two: 9 am – 4 pm (includes lunch)
  • Day three: 9 am – noon

  Program content includes but will not be limited to:

  • Terms and definitions creating a common language and understanding of finance-centric terminology.
  • Review and discussion of current economic, social, and environmental conditions and realities and their influence on decision making.
  • Economic principles and how they align with operations and service delivery.
  • Accounting practices commonly used and how they affect understanding an organization’s financial conditions.
  • Understanding that budgeting is not an end game.
  • Tools and methods for designing relevant and effective financial sustainability strategy for today’s organizations.
  • Pricing strategies and considerations.
  • Inherent conflicts between ethics and investment/spending choices.
  • Economic, social, and environmental theories and how they have and continue to affect today’s investment/spending choices.
  • Short-term decision making and long-term consequences.
  • Case study review and analysis.

  Course facilitated by

  Jamie Sabbach and her staff from 110%

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  DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS MONDAY, APRIL 10TH

  ALL REGISTRATIONS MUST BE PAID ONLINE AT THE TIME OF BOOKING. 

  click here to view APRA cancellation policy

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• TR TEAM Meeting | April

  • When
    Tuesday, April 25, 2023
  •  
    10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    Zoom

  Register

  

  AGENDA

  Housekeeping

  Announcements from APRA

  Monthly topic/discussion

  Open Forum

  Registration Closes: April 24th

  The link to join the virtual meeting will automatically be sent to your email once your registration is complete. Please be sure to check your junk/spam folder.

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• TR TEAM Meeting | May

  • When
    Tuesday, May 30, 2023
  •  
    10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    Zoom

  Register

  

  AGENDA

  Housekeeping

  Announcements from APRA

  Monthly topic/discussion

  Open Forum

  Registration Closes: May 29th

  The link to join the virtual meeting will automatically be sent to your email once your registration is complete. Please be sure to check your junk/spam folder.

  
  

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• CPSI June 2023 | Tucson

  • Start
    Wednesday, June 14, 2023
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    Friday, June 16, 2023
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Donna Liggins Center | 2160 N. 6th Ave., Tucson AZ 85705
  • Spaces left
    43

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  The National Recreation and Park Association offers the industry-leading certification program in playground safety, the Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) certification program. The CPSI certification program provides the most comprehensive and up-to-date training on playground safety issues including hazard identification, equipment specifications, surfacing requirements and risk management methods.

  
  

  Safety protocols will be reinstated IF recommended by the CDC based on county rates of transmission one week prior to the course. Participants will only be notified via email should the rates of transmission warrant. 

  Sponsorship provided by

  
  

  
  

  
  

  COURSE DETAILS (8:00AM - 5:00PM  WEDNESDAY/THURSDAY)

  • Course Materials (Course Manual & Field Guide) will ship to candidates 3-4 weeks prior to the start of the course. It is critical that the address you provide is correct when entered. 

  • Additional content listed will be sent to candidates via email

  Exam Content Outline

  CPSI Candidate Handbook (pre-reading assignments required)

  • Please register with the name as it appears on your driver's license to avoid issues confirmimg your identiy the day of the national exam

  • The course is pre-approved for 1.5 CEUs

  • Snacks and lunches provided on Wednesday and Thursday - neither on exam day

  EXAM DAY DETAILS (8:00AM - 11:15AM FRIDAY)
  

  • Two (2) forms of ID are REQUIRED to take the exam
  • Leave all food/drinks, study materials and cell phones secured in your vehicle 

  8:00AM - 9:00AM Check In 
  9:00AM - 9:15AM Exam Instruction
  9:15AM - 11:15AM 2-Hour Certification Exam
  

  The option to take the CPSI exam via computer-based testing is available through the NRPA. To obtain additional information please visit www.nrpa.org/cpsi Be advised if you register to take the examination with the course, you will not receive a refund to take your exam via computer based testing at a later date. Please decide now if you would like to take the exam on Day 3 of the course or via a computer-based exam at a later date.

  

  Important Registration Information: 

  CPSI requires course materials are mailed 3-4 weeks in advance of the course to allow participants time to complete the pre-reading assignments prior to attending.

  As a result, the deadline to register or make changes to an existing registration, including transfers and refund requests, must be made on or before the 45th day prior to the course start date. 

  All refunds are subject to a 25% administrative fee.
  

  
  

  No shows and last minute cancellations forfeit all paid registrations and/or are responsible for full payment of registration.  APRA is required to provide a guaranteed number of participants in advance and must adhere to national deadlines.
  

  • VIEW FULL PAYMENT AND CANCELLATION POLICY

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• TR TEAM Meeting | June

  • When
    Tuesday, June 27, 2023
  •  
    10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    Zoom

  Register

  

  AGENDA

  Housekeeping

  Announcements from APRA

  Monthly topic/discussion

  Open Forum

  Registration Closes: June 26th

  The link to join the virtual meeting will automatically be sent to your email once your registration is complete. Please be sure to check your junk/spam folder.

  
  

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• TR TEAM Meeting | July

  • When
    Tuesday, July 25, 2023
  •  
    10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    Zoom

  Register

  

  AGENDA

  Housekeeping

  Announcements from APRA

  Monthly topic/discussion

  Open Forum

  Registration Closes: July 24th

  The link to join the virtual meeting will automatically be sent to your email once your registration is complete. Please be sure to check your junk/spam folder.

  
  

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• 2023 Exhibit Hall Booth Space + Sponsorship Registrations

  • Start
    Tuesday, August 22, 2023
  • End
    Thursday, August 24, 2023
  • Location
    Renaissance Glendale Conference Center | 9495 W Coyotes Blvd. Glendale, AZ 85305

  Register

  
  

  2023 ANNUAL CONFERENCE & EXPO

  

  BEFORE REGISTERING YOU MUST HAVE AN APPROVED BOOTH NUMBER(s), A COMPLETED EXHIBITOR BOOTH AGREEMENT, AND HAVE THE REQUIRED REGISTRATION CODE.

  
  

  TO VERIFY THE BOOTH SPACE + RECEIVE THE CODE TO REGISTER, CONTACT THE EXHBIT HALL CHAIR, LINDA  AYRES.

  

  Interested in reserving a booth for the annual conference?

  View the following pages for more details on the process.

  BOOTH RESERVATION PROCESS

  Available Sponsorships
  

  

  REGISTRATION INCLUDES

  • (1) draped table, (2) chairs, (1) draped backdrop, side railings, an I.D. sign with the company name/booth number, and (1) trash can. 
  • (2) Exhibitor Badges 
    
  • Badge includes lunch Thursday
  • Entry will be limited to the expo hall only. Attendance at other conference related activities requires registration before the registration deadline. Certain sponsored events will be limited to invite by the sponsor only. 

  PAYMENT IS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF REGISTRATION.

  THE SYSTEM WILL AUTOMATICALLY CANCEL ANY UNPAID REGISTRATION. 

  ACH Instructions

  

  *WiFi - Audio Visual - Electrical

  *These items need to be ordered directly from the hotel*

  Link to request items from the hotel will be on the main page of the Conference website

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• TR TEAM Meeting | August

  • When
    Tuesday, August 29, 2023
  •  
    10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    Zoom

  Register

  

  AGENDA

  Housekeeping

  Announcements from APRA

  Monthly topic/discussion

  Open Forum

  Registration Closes: August 28th

  The link to join the virtual meeting will automatically be sent to your email once your registration is complete. Please be sure to check your junk/spam folder.

  
  

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• CPSI September 2023 | Flagstaff

  • Start
    Wednesday, September 06, 2023
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    Friday, September 08, 2023
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    The Flagstaff Aquaplex 1702 N 4th Street | Flagstaff AZ 86004
  • Spaces left
    46

  Register

  
  

  

  The National Recreation and Park Association offers the industry-leading certification program in playground safety, the Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) certification program. The CPSI certification program provides the most comprehensive and up-to-date training on playground safety issues including hazard identification, equipment specifications, surfacing requirements and risk management methods.

  
  

  Safety protocols will be reinstated IF recommended by the CDC based on county rates of transmission one week prior to the course. Participants will only be notified via email should the rates of transmission warrant. 

  Sponsorship provided by

  
  

  
  

  
  

  COURSE DETAILS (8:00AM - 5:00PM  WEDNESDAY/THURSDAY)

  • Course Materials (Course Manual & Field Guide) will ship to candidates 3-4 weeks prior to the start of the course. It is critical that the address you provide is correct when entered. 

  • Additional content listed will be sent to candidates via email

  Exam Content Outline

  CPSI Candidate Handbook (pre-reading assignments required)

  • Please register with the name as it appears on your driver's license to avoid issues confirmimg your identiy the day of the national exam

  • The course is pre-approved for 1.5 CEUs

  • Snacks and lunches provided on Wednesday and Thursday - neither on exam day

  EXAM DAY DETAILS (8:00AM - 11:15AM FRIDAY)
  

  • Two (2) forms of ID are REQUIRED to take the exam
  • Leave all food/drinks, study materials and cell phones secured in your vehicle 

  8:00AM - 9:00AM Check In 
  9:00AM - 9:15AM Exam Instruction
  9:15AM - 11:15AM 2-Hour Certification Exam
  

  The option to take the CPSI exam via computer-based testing is available through the NRPA. To obtain additional information please visit www.nrpa.org/cpsi Be advised if you register to take the examination with the course, you will not receive a refund to take your exam via computer based testing at a later date. Please decide now if you would like to take the exam on Day 3 of the course or via a computer-based exam at a later date.

  

  Important Registration Information: 

  CPSI requires course materials are mailed 3-4 weeks in advance of the course to allow participants time to complete the pre-reading assignments prior to attending.

  As a result, the deadline to register or make changes to an existing registration, including transfers and refund requests, must be made on or before the 45th day prior to the course start date. 

  All refunds are subject to a 25% administrative fee.
  

  
  

  No shows and last minute cancellations forfeit all paid registrations and/or are responsible for full payment of registration.  APRA is required to provide a guaranteed number of participants in advance and must adhere to national deadlines.
  

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• AFO Certification Course | Chandler

  • Start
    Wednesday, September 13, 2023
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    Thursday, September 14, 2023
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Tumbleweed Recreation Center (Cotton Room south) | 745 E. Germann Rd. Chandler, AZ 85286
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  DEADLINE TO REGISTER: August 2, 2023

  
  

  The Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) program is designed for pool operators and management staff in aquatic facility operation and management and is the most comprehensive and up-to-date training on operations, mechanical systems, water chemistry, disinfection, and safety. 

  
  

  Add this sought after certification to your list of accomplishments and join over 8k certified AFOs working to make aquatic facilities safer and more enjoyable for communities nationwide.

  
  

  Certification is achieved with a passing score of 78% on the 3-hour, open-book AFO Exam. AFO certification is valid for five (5) years. 

  
  

  COURSE DETAILS

  WEDNESDAY

  8:00AM - 5:00PM  Course Instruction

  
  

  THURSDAY

  8:00AM - 2:00PM Course Instruction

  2:00PM - 5:00PM Exam

  
  

  • Course Materials will ship to candidates 3-4 weeks before the start of the course

  • Both the AFO Course Outline and AFO Course Brief will be included in the shipment of course materials

  • The course is pre-approved for 1.5 CEUs

  EXAM DAY DETAILS 

  • 50 questions - 39 correct answers to pass at 78%
  • Open-book
  • 3 hours 
    

  

  Important Registration Information: 

  AFO course materials are mailed 4-5 weeks in advance of the course to allow participants time to review/study the content prior to attending.

  As a result, the deadline to register or make changes to an existing registration, including transfers and refund requests, must be made on or before the 45th day prior to the course start date. 

  All refunds are subject to a 25% administrative fee.
  

  
  

  No shows and last minute cancellations forfeit all paid registrations and/or are responsible for full payment of registration.  APRA is required to provide a guaranteed number of participants in advance and must adhere to national deadlines.

  PAYMENT AND CANCELATION POLICIES

  
  

  MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR! 

  

  With over 40 years of experience in the aquatics field, Lori Thompson has had the opportunity to be involved in many aspects of the industry. She is an experienced trainer and teacher overseeing the training of aquatic staff for many years.

  Ms. Thompson holds her Bachelors and Masters in Organizational Leadership from Biola University. She is an AFO instructor and has worked as an instructor trainer with the American Red Cross, Ellis and Associates, and Australian Swim School. She is also a licensed pool technician and holds CPO and Aquatech certification. She is a certified Aquatics Professional and has received several awards including the Paragon Award from the International Swimming Hall of Fame. She is a past board member with the Association of Aquatic Professionals and is on faculty with Starguard and Starfish Aquatics. She is an author and speaker on a number of aquatic topics. 

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• TR TEAM Meeting | September

  • When
    Monday, September 25, 2023
  •  
    10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    Zoom

  Register

  

  AGENDA

  Housekeeping

  Announcements from APRA

  Monthly topic/discussion

  Open Forum

  Registration Closes: September 25th

  The link to join the virtual meeting will automatically be sent to your email once your registration is complete. Please be sure to check your junk/spam folder.

  
  

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• AFO Certification Course | Sierra Vista

  • Start
    Thursday, October 05, 2023
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    Friday, October 06, 2023
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Sierra Vista - Sports Division | 3401 E Fry Blvd. Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
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    24

  Register

  

  DEADLINE TO REGISTER: September 5, 2023
  

  The Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) program is designed for pool operators and management

  staff in aquatic facility operation and management and is the most comprehensive and up-to-date training on operations, mechanical systems, water chemistry, disinfection, and safety. 

  
  

  Add this sought after certification to your list of accomplishments and join over 8k certified AFOs working to make aquatic facilities safer and more enjoyable for communities nationwide.

  
  

  Certification is achieved with a passing score of 78% on the 3-hour, open-book AFO Exam. AFO certification is valid for five (5) years. 

  
  

  COURSE DETAILS

  THURSDAY

  8:00AM - 5:00PM  Course Instruction

  
  

  FRIDAY

  8:00AM - 2:00PM Course Instruction

  2:00PM - 5:00PM Exam

  
  

  • Course Materials will ship to candidates 3 weeks before the start of the course

  • Both the AFO Course Outline and Course Brief will be included in the shipment of course materials

  • The course is pre-approved for 1.5 CEUs

  EXAM DAY DETAILS 

  • 50 questions - 39 correct answers to pass at 78%
  • Open-book
  • 3 hours 
    

  

  Important Registration Information: 

  AFO course materials are mailed 4-5 weeks in advance of the course to allow participants time to review/study the content prior to attending.

  As a result, the deadline to register or make changes to an existing registration, including transfers and refund requests, must be made on or before the 45th day prior to the course start date. 

  All refunds are subject to a 25% administrative fee.
  

  
  

  No shows and last minute cancellations forfeit all paid registrations and/or are responsible for full payment of registration.  APRA is required to provide a guaranteed number of participants in advance and must adhere to national deadlines.

  PAYMENT AND CANCELATION POLICIES

  
  

  MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR! 

  

  With over 40 years of experience in the aquatics field, Lori Thompson has had the opportunity to be involved in many aspects of the industry. She is an experienced trainer and teacher overseeing the training of aquatic staff for many years.

  Ms. Thompson holds her Bachelors and Masters in Organizational Leadership from Biola University. She is an AFO instructor and has worked as an instructor trainer with the American Red Cross, Ellis and Associates, and Australian Swim School. She is also a licensed pool technician and holds CPO and Aquatech certification. She is a certified Aquatics Professional and has received several awards including the Paragon Award from the International Swimming Hall of Fame. She is a past board member with the Association of Aquatic Professionals and is on faculty with Starguard and Starfish Aquatics. She is an author and speaker on a number of aquatic topics. 

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• NRPA Conference

  • Start
    Tuesday, October 10, 2023
  • End
    Thursday, October 12, 2023
  • Location
    Kay Bailey Hutchinson Convention Center Dallas, TX

  
  

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• TR TEAM Meeting | October

  • When
    Tuesday, October 31, 2023
  •  
    10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    Zoom

  Register

  

  AGENDA

  Housekeeping

  Announcements from APRA

  Monthly topic/discussion

  Open Forum

  Registration Closes: October 30th

  The link to join the virtual meeting will automatically be sent to your email once your registration is complete. Please be sure to check your junk/spam folder.

  
  

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• CPSI November 2023 | Avondale

  • Start
    Wednesday, November 15, 2023
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    Friday, November 17, 2023
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Avondale Resources Center / Avondale Complete Health | 995 E. Riley Dr. Avondale AZ 85323
  • Spaces left
    46

  Register

  
  

  

  The National Recreation and Park Association offers the industry-leading certification program in playground safety, the Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) certification program. The CPSI certification program provides the most comprehensive and up-to-date training on playground safety issues including hazard identification, equipment specifications, surfacing requirements and risk management methods.

  
  

  Safety protocols will be reinstated IF recommended by the CDC based on county rates of transmission one week prior to the course. Participants will only be notified via email should the rates of transmission warrant. 

  Sponsorship provided by

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  COURSE DETAILS (8:00AM - 5:00PM  WEDNESDAY/THURSDAY)

  • Course Materials (Course Manual & Field Guide) will ship to candidates 3-4 weeks prior to the start of the course. It is critical that the address you provide is correct when entered. 

  • Additional content listed will be sent to candidates via email

  Exam Content Outline

  CPSI Candidate Handbook (pre-reading assignments required)

  • Please register with the name as it appears on your driver's license to avoid issues confirmimg your identiy the day of the national exam

  • The course is pre-approved for 1.5 CEUs

  • Snacks and lunches provided on Wednesday and Thursday - neither on exam day

  EXAM DAY DETAILS (8:00AM - 11:15AM FRIDAY)
  

  • Two (2) forms of ID are REQUIRED to take the exam
  • Leave all food/drinks, study materials and cell phones secured in your vehicle 

  8:00AM - 9:00AM Check In 
  9:00AM - 9:15AM Exam Instruction
  9:15AM - 11:15AM 2-Hour Certification Exam
  

  The option to take the CPSI exam via computer-based testing is available through the NRPA. To obtain additional information please visit www.nrpa.org/cpsi Be advised if you register to take the examination with the course, you will not receive a refund to take your exam via computer based testing at a later date. Please decide now if you would like to take the exam on Day 3 of the course or via a computer-based exam at a later date.

  

  Important Registration Information: 

  CPSI requires course materials are mailed 3-4 weeks in advance of the course to allow participants time to complete the pre-reading assignments prior to attending.

  As a result, the deadline to register or make changes to an existing registration, including transfers and refund requests, must be made on or before the 45th day prior to the course start date. 

  All refunds are subject to a 25% administrative fee.
  

  
  

  No shows and last minute cancellations forfeit all paid registrations and/or are responsible for full payment of registration.  APRA is required to provide a guaranteed number of participants in advance and must adhere to national deadlines.
  

  • VIEW FULL PAYMENT AND CANCELLATION POLICY

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• TR TEAM Meeting | November

  • When
    Tuesday, November 28, 2023
  •  
    10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    Zoom

  Register

  

  AGENDA

  Housekeeping

  Announcements from APRA

  Monthly topic/discussion

  Open Forum

  Registration Closes: November 27th

  The link to join the virtual meeting will automatically be sent to your email once your registration is complete. Please be sure to check your junk/spam folder.

  
  

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