The Registry of Collegiate Recreational Sports Professionals

Application

The RCRSP strengthens our profession by granting recognition to professionals who have met predetermined qualifications and commit to continue to be active learners.

By becoming an RCRSP demonstrates that you have successfully met the requirements set forth by the Collegiate Recreational Sports Professional Registry Commission and that you are committed to ongoing professional development in the practice of collegiate recreational sports.

Application Preparation

Before you start the application process, be sure to collect the following:

• Read the application criteria
• A resume or similar document that lists your past job titles and responsibilities as well as years of employment
• A list of CEUs you have earned in the past 3 years from NIRSA and other events

Application Process

In the application process you will need to:

• List degrees
• List professional experience
• Complete the CEU tracking form (if applicable) and submit (Here is a list of session titles from past NIRSA events.)
• Agree to the Standards of Conduct Attestation
• Complete the Benchmarking Survey
• Pay the Application fee

Apply Now

1. Complete the application
2. Submit application & CEU form (if applicable) and payment to registry@nirsa.org or fax: (541) 766-8284 or mail: NIRSA National Center, 4185 SW Research Way, Corvallis, OR  97333

Post-application Process

After your application has been submitted, we will contact you within 7-14 days to advise you of your application status. This time frame is to confirm receipt of your application, verify survey completion and allow for Commission review. Approved applicants will receive a certificate suitable for framing and a unique registry number. If you have any questions during the application process, contact registry@nirsa.org.

Maintaining Your Registry Status

The renewal period is every three years. During that time the minimum number of CEUs required for renewal is 45 contact hours (4.5 CEUs). Of the CEUs earned, 1/3 (1.5 CEUs) must be obtained from NIRSA-provided educational opportunities.

CEU requirements for renewal application may also consist of Professional Involvement Credits (PICs). Up to 2/3 of CEUs can be supplanted with PICs. Of submitted PICs, at least 1/2 of all PICs earned for leadership, governance, and service must come from NIRSA-related activities. PICs for education, training, scholarship, and research may be earned from any NIRSA or non-NIRSA source.