The IRRC is working to develop a comprehensive training catalogue focused on inclusion and inclusion services for recreation providers. Our expanding collection of training resources will support organizations at every stage of their inclusion journey, from foundational awareness to advanced implementation strategies for creating more inclusive environments.
Inclusion U
Inclusion U is a comprehensive, 10-hour, training program designed to prepare participants to become Certified Inclusivity Assessors (CIAs) for the Inclusive Recreation Resource Center. The course covers seven core modules: introduction to the center’s mission, understanding inclusion principles, disability awareness using person-first language, assessment methodology, physical accessibility evaluation, administrative inclusion practices, and programmatic inclusion strategies. Upon completion, participants gain the skills to use the Inclusivity Assessment Tool (IAT) to evaluate recreation facilities, programs, and services for accessibility and inclusion. The training ensures consistent, accurate assessment of both physical and social accessibility, ultimately contributing to a comprehensive online recreation database that helps individuals with disabilities make informed decisions about recreation opportunities in their communities.
You can earn 1.0 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) (or 10 contact hours) by completing Inclusion U Online (pre-approved by NCTRC)
Registration Fee: $60
Inclusion Ambassador Training
The Inclusion Ambassador Training is a comprehensive three-hour online program designed to teach participants how to include people of all abilities in recreation, parks, camps, and daily life. The course covers six units delivered through engaging animated cartoons and interactive elements, making it ideal for youth programs, Scout activities, summer staff training, junior camp counselor preparation, and 4-H projects. Students complete quizzes, experiential projects shared via social media, and a final exam to earn their Inclusion Ambassador certification. The training serves as effective in-service or orientation programming for new staff at recreation facilities.
You can earn 0.3 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) (or 3 contact hours) by completing Inclusion U Online (pre-approved by NCTRC)
Registration Fee: $10
The ADA and Accessibility in Recreation
This 1-hour training provides a concise introduction to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, followed by an in-depth examination of how this legislation applies to key recreation facilities including parks and trails, gyms and fitness centers, and bars and restaurants. The final module explores future trends in recreation accessibility as they relate to the evolving nature of the ADA and broader accessibility advancements in American society.
Registration Fee: $20