REC 456 - Recreation Therapy for Individuals with Psychiatric Disorders

(3 units)

Prerequisite(s): REC 351 or Consent of Instructor
Emphasis is on the role of therapeutic recreation / recreation therapy for individuals with psychiatric disorders in both clinical and community settings. The goal and process of therapeutic recreation including assessment, treatment planning, writing treatment protocols, leadership of activities, and interaction and evaluation techniques are emphasized. Course will focus upon theoretical and research-based readings, as well as projects to develop recreation therapy interventions programs for the population.

Letter Grade Only (A-F) Not repeatable for credit