Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) Application | Certification

To apply for the CPRP Candidates will need to complete the Initial Application.

Individual Initial Application and Exam Fees

$250 for students (Please contact certification@nrpa.org for eligibility and requirements)
$270 for NRPA members
$314 for non-NRPA members

Applicants will receive an email notification from NRPA within one month of applying, verifying the completion of the application process and instructions on how to schedule the exam.
Candidates will obtain a score report directly following exam completion.
If the candidate has passed the examination a certificate will be sent from NRPA within 6-8 weeks.
If the candidate is not successful, information will be provided on the score report regarding how to schedule a re-test. Information on how to re-test for the CPRP may also be found online here.

Premier Agency Package – NRPA’s Premier members can now save up to $95 dollars on applications by applying for a group discount.
Agency Package – Allows for 3 or more individuals to apply for a group discount regardless of membership status with NRPA (additional fees may apply).
University Package – Your University’s faculty, staff and students may apply for group discounts on application fees and study materials through NRPA.

For details and eligibility please contact NRPA’s Certification Division at certification@nrpa.org or 703.858.0784