A variety of professional certifications are embedded in RM courses and available to students in the Recreation Management program. Example certifications include:
- Aquatic Facilities Manager
- Canadian Avalanche Certification Level 1
- Certified Park and Recreation Professional
- CPR/First Aid Instructor
- Leave No Trace Trainer
- North Carolina Environmental Educator
- Professional Climbing Instructors Association Instructor
- Wilderness First Aid Instructor
- Wilderness First Responder