The Registry of Collegiate Recreational Sports Professionals
The Registered Collegiate Recreational Sports Professional (RCRSP) designation demonstrates a commitment to lifelong learning through ongoing professional development and volunteer service opportunities.
About the RCRSP Designation
RCRSP designation holders demonstrate professionalism, quality, and a commitment to:
- Staying current in the profession’s topics, trends, and best practices through their participation in continuing education and volunteer service opportunities
- Professional and personal growth
- Advancing the collegiate recreational sports profession on their campus and in the field of higher education
Official Title
The official title conferred on registered professionals is Registered Collegiate Recreational Sports Professional (acronym: RCRSP).
Type of Credential
A credential is a declaration of qualification, competence, or authority issued to an individual by a third party with the authority to do so. Credential is the umbrella term used for the many types of programs that exist. A credential may be in the form of an academic degree, licensure, certification, accreditation, designation, and certificate. The RCRSP is a credential type called a designation.
Future of the Registry
NIRSA has decided to transition the RCRSP credential to the Certified Student Affairs Educator-Campus Recreation ( CSAEd-CR™) credential. Current RCRSP holders should continue to use their designation as they have met the standards for the program through their renewal period. Upon expiration of the three-year renewal term, we encourage current RCRSP holders to consider the CSAEd-CR™ and Campus Recreation certification to further enhance their commitment to lifelong learning.
Registry Renewals
Please Note: As of April 30, 2022, the Registry for Collegiate Recreational Sports Professionals (RCRSP) will no longer be accepting renewal applications. The program is in its sunset phase.