About this Program
The Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences degree with a major in Recreational Therapy prepares students for careers as recreational therapists in health and human service settings such as hospitals, geriatric care facilities, and community-based organizations. The degree meets the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification’s (NCTRC) professional eligibility requirements to become a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS).
Program Highlights
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Students apply course concepts and gain practical skills through their participation in the various structured hands-on and service learning opportunities embedded within the Recreational Therapy curriculum. Students engage with youth in the Mighty Monarchs wheelchair sports program, facilitate a senior wellness program in a local geriatric care facility, assist with Special Olympics, and complete a senior internship experience under the supervision of a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist.
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At ¹ú²úÂ×Àí, Recreational Therapy students receive the knowledge and hands-on training needed to become Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialists (CTRS). Our graduates achieve an 83.3% pass rate on the national certification exam, exceeding the national average and highlighting their preparation to thrive in the field.
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Students in ¹ú²úÂ×Àí’s Recreational Therapy program are eligible to earn the prestigious Gold LeADERS distinction for graduation, showcasing their excellence in leadership, applied work-based learning, diversity, entrepreneurship, research, and service-learning.
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Requirements
Prerequisite Requirements:
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ENGL 110C (minimum grade of C)
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BIOL 240 or 250
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BIOL 241 or 251
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PSYC 203S, and RT 261 (minimum grade of C-)
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Complete a background check in RT 261 – Foundations of Recreational Therapy to ensure eligibility for service-learning experiences with youth.
Transfer
At ¹ú²úÂ×Àí, we understand that as a transfer student you have unique needs that require a wide array of campus resources. The Center for Advising Administration and Academic Partnerships aims to create a transfer inclusive culture that supports the successful...
Cost
Tuition is charged per credit hour. Amounts shown are tuition only and do not include mandatory fees, technology-delivered course fees, course-specific fees, books, housing, meal plans, or other costs. Campus-based students may take technology-delivered or online courses. Tuition is based on student classification. Fees for technology-delivered courses and other costs are listed on the ¹ú²úÂ×Àí tuition and fees page.
Ways to Save
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