Program Overview

Certificate Program in Therapeutic Recreation

The Certificate Program in Therapeutic Recreation is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to work in the field of therapeutic recreation.

Program Requirements

The program requires the completion of the following courses:

• Recreation 484
• Recreation 485
• Recreation 490
• Recreation 490X
• Recreation 491 Additionally, students must complete 80 hours of fieldwork at approved agencies for Recreation 484/485. Recreation 490X cannot be taken until completion of the baccalaureate degree in recreation. The internship requires 40 hours a week for eight weeks.

Additional Coursework

Students must also complete nine units from two or more of the following areas:

• Biology 107
• Educational Psychology 301, 302, 305, 311, 405, 435, 451
• Health Science 320, 327, 421
• Physical Education 130, 374, 405, 437
• Psychology 370
• Sociology 336, 401, 441, 445
• Social Welfare 370 or 371

Effective Date

The program is effective immediately.