The Maintenance Institute

NDRPA is partnering with the Pennsylvania Recreation & Park Society to provide members access to The Maintenance Institute.The Maintenance Institute is a community of maintenance professionals, focused on advancing the capacity of parks and recreation organizations, municipal leadership, public works departments, and other public land stewards. The organization collects the latest tools, techniques and strategies across industries to provide efficient maintenance and operational procedures.

NDRPA members who sign up for the $75 annual subscription receive discounted registration for all Maintenance Institute events and training sessions and access to valuable resources that provide information on the latest maintenance techniques and safety standards for pools, playgrounds, facilities, parks, and open spaces. Register here!

IPRA Skills Development Webinar Series

NDRPA is excited to partner with Illinois Park and Recreation Association (IPRA) to offer NDRPA members the Skills Development Webinar Series. The series provides park and recreation professionals with access to monthly professional development opportunities from the comfort of their home or office. Monthly webinars from February through December showcase nationally known speakers, industry leaders and topics like inclusion, better communications, cultural competence and integrated marketing, among other timely topics.

NDRPA members can get an early bird rate for $25 off registration before Jan. 31. A discount code is also available to NDRPA members to save $100 on course registration. Contact NDRPA for the discount code. Two registration options are available: Wednesdays or Thursdays.

CPRP and CPRE Virtual Exam Preparation Programs

NDRPA is partnering with the Illinois Park and Recreation Association (IPRA) to offer NDRPA members the 2025 exam preparation programs for Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) and Certified Park and Recreation Executive (CPRE) certifications.

Each program includes six classes and will train and prepare participants to successfully sit for the exams. Each class will focus on a different aspect of the test found in the study guides. There will be a Series A and Series B for each program. Program space is limited. The registration deadline for Series A is Thursday, Feb. 13. Series B is scheduled for the fall and registration will be posted when it is available.

NDRPA members may register with a discount code to save $20 on course registration. Contact NDRPA for the discount code.

CPRP Exam Prep Program Details and Registration
CPRE Exam Prep Program Details and Registration