Program Overview

Recreation Therapy Assistant Practicum - PPRT 2005

Overview

In this practicum, learners are introduced to a therapeutic recreation setting and the role of the therapeutic recreation assistant in providing recreation therapy to clients. Learners will have the opportunity to demonstrate an understanding of wellness through leisure, common client conditions, assisting clients, program session planning, and program implementation under the supervision of a recreation therapist. Professionalism and team communication skills are emphasized.

Course Details

Course Code

PPRT2005

Credits

4

Format and Length

Work experience: 160 hours

Prerequisites and Co-requisites

• Prerequisites: PPRT 2003, THPR 1104, THPR 1105
• Co-requisites: DEMC 1011, TRDC 1010, TRDC 1020
• Restricted to Interdisciplinary Therapy Assistant
• Department consent required to enroll

Workplace

• Term: Fall
• Duration: Various dates (see below)
• Schedule:
• Class: 40695, 40696, 40697
• Section: W01, W02, W02, W03
• Open Studies: No
  • Fall | Oct. 13 - Nov. 7, 2025 | | 40695 | W01 | No
  • Fall | Nov. 17 - Dec. 12, 2025 | | 40696 | W02 | No
  • Fall | Sep. 3 - Oct. 3, 2025 | | 40697 | W03 | No

Program Enrollment

To take this course, you must be enrolled in the Interdisciplinary Therapy Assistant program.