Bachelor of Therapeutic Recreation

About this programme

Our Bachelor of Therapeutic Recreation will prepare graduates to become certified therapeutic recreation specialists (CTRS). The program is the first of its kind in Alberta and one of only eight degree programs leading to therapeutic recreation certification in Canada. Therapeutic Recreation is a health care profession that utilizes a therapeutic process, involving leisure, recreation and play as a primary tool for each individual to achieve their highest level of independence and quality of life. canadian-tr.org/about-recreation-therapy Recreation Therapists are among the allied health professionals who work in a variety of health care settings. Recreation Therapists use forms of recreation, leisure, and play as treatments modalities to support purposeful and meaningful interventions that are based on individual strengths and values, and are guided by assessments. These health care professionals utilize the APIED (Assess, Plan, Implement, Evaluate, and Document) process to direct service delivery. canadian-tr.org/about-recreation-therapy We offer both an on-campus (delivered in Lethbridge) and online program to fit our students' diverse learning and life styles. Regardless of your pathway, s tudent engagement is a priority in our courses. Every course is developed with specific course learning objectives established to ensure your success in TR. For more information about Therapeutic Recreation at uLethbridge please visit ulethbridge.ca/healthsciences/tr . Admission to the Bachelor of Therapeutic Recreation is competitive. Applicants must have one of the following: