Recreation Therapy
2 years – Ontario College Diploma
Complete 350 hours of applied work experience!
Overview
Upcoming Intakes:
Fall 2023: Commerce Court – North Bay or Online
Winter 2024: Commerce Court – North Bay or Online
Train for a career in one of the fastest-growing professions. This is a rewarding, health-centered field where you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the quality of life of individuals with illness and/or disability. Through assessment, planning, and delivery of programs, you will help people lead more fulfilling and independent lives. This specific training will prepare you for a career in clinical and community-based settings.
All classes are available onsite or online.
Your Future Career
- Long-term care facilities
- Hospitals
- Children's treatment centres
- Centres for addiction and mental health
What You Learn
- Program design
- Assessment and documentation
- Leisure education and counselling
- Facilitation techniques
- Adaptive and inclusive recreation
Dual Diploma Option: Canadore graduates of this program are eligible to complete the Recreation and Leisure Services or Strength and Sport Conditioning program in one year.
Study Abroad: Study in Ireland at the Technological University of the Shannon, Midlands and Midwest as part of an exchange or graduate pathway
Admissions Requirements
Admissions Requirements
OSSD or equivalent, ENG4C or ENG4U
If English is not your first language you must provide proof of English competency.
View current English Language Proficiency Requirements.
Curriculum
Curriculum
Semester 1 - Fall
| CLT100 | First Peoples of Canada |
| CMM125 | College Communication |
| REC105 | Leadership |
| REC117 | Foundations of Therapeutic Recreation |
| REC132 | Recreation Essentials |
| REC134 | Aging and Therapeutic Recreation |
| REC140 | Therapeutic Recreation and Mental Health |
Semester 2 - Winter
| PSY100 | Foundations of Psychology I |
| REC130 | Legislation and Risk Management |
| REC133 | Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation |
| REC137 | Program Design in Therapeutic Recreation |
| REC147 | Disease and the Human Body |
| REC150 | Therapeutic Recreation for Diverse Populations |
Semester 3 - Fall
| GENED | General Education Elective - Online (Rec Sem 3) |
| REC145 | Facilitation Techniques in Therapeutic Recreation |
| REC238 | Assessment and Documentation I for Therapeutic Recreation |
| REC249 | Research Methods |
| REC256 | Practicum - Therapeutic Recreation |
| REC260 | Outdoor and Adventure Recreation |
| REC264 | Leisure Education for Therapeutic Recreation |
Semester 4 - Winter
| REC232 | Volunteer Management |
| REC257 | Placement - Therapeutic Recreation |
| REC274 | Assessment and Documentation II for Therapeutic Recreation |
| REC276 | Professionalism and IPC in Therapeutic Recreation |
| REC278 | Issues and Trends in Therapeutic Recreation |
Semester 1 - Winter
| PSY100 | Foundations of Psychology I |
| REC130 | Legislation and Risk Management |
| REC132 | Recreation Essentials |
| REC133 | Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation |
| REC137 | Program Design in Therapeutic Recreation |
| REC147 | Disease and the Human Body |
| REC150 | Therapeutic Recreation for Diverse Populations |
Semester 2 - Fall
| CLT100 | First Peoples of Canada |
| CMM125 | College Communication |
| REC105 | Leadership |
| REC117 | Foundations of Therapeutic Recreation |
| REC134 | Aging and Therapeutic Recreation |
| REC140 | Therapeutic Recreation and Mental Health |
| REC238 | Assessment and Documentation I for Therapeutic Recreation |
Semester 3 - Winter
| REC232 | Volunteer Management |
| REC257 | Placement - Therapeutic Recreation |
| REC274 | Assessment and Documentation II for Therapeutic Recreation |
| REC276 | Professionalism and IPC in Therapeutic Recreation |
| REC278 | Issues and Trends in Therapeutic Recreation |
Semester 4 - Fall
| GENED | General Education Elective - Online (Rec Sem 4) |
| REC145 | Facilitation Techniques in Therapeutic Recreation |
| REC249 | Research Methods |
| REC256 | Practicum - Therapeutic Recreation |
| REC260 | Outdoor and Adventure Recreation |
| REC264 | Leisure Education for Therapeutic Recreation |
Tuition Fees
Tuition Fees
2023-24 – 2 years – Ontario College Diploma
College Drive Campus – Domestic| Year | Tuition | Ancillary Fees | Material Fee | Trip Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $2720.24 | $1320.38 | - | - | $4040.62 |
| 2 | $2720.24 | $1165.38 | - | - | $3885.62 |
2023-24 – 2 years – Ontario College Diploma
College Drive Campus – International| Year | Tuition | Ancillary Fees | Material Fee | Trip Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $14807.18 | $1900.38 | - | - | $16707.56 |
| 2 | $14807.18 | $1745.38 | - | - | $16552.56 |
What You Need
What You Need
Textbooks:
Check out the Campus Bookstore to not only purchase your textbooks but also view your book list before the semester starts.
Technology/Devices:
Canadore College has implemented Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) to enhance your learning experience in and out of the classroom while ensuring flexibility in learning.
To learn more about BYOD and to find out what is required for your program, please visit https://www.canadorecollege.ca/BYOD
Certification/Accreditation
Certification/Accreditation
Ontario College Diploma
Upon graduating, students will have completed the formal education requirements for the R/TRO-DIP designation through Therapeutic Recreation Ontario.
Students may also have the opportunity to obtain numerous industry certifications outside of the classroom such as: Inclusion Certificate (Level One, Two and/or Three) from Variety Village, Gentle Persuasive Approaches Certificate, High Five Certification, First Aid/CPR Certification and NCCP Certification.
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
Learning outcomes represent culminating demonstrations of learning and achievement. In addition, learning outcomes are interrelated and cannot be viewed in isolation of one another. As such, they should be viewed as a comprehensive whole. They describe performances that demonstrate that significant integrated learning by graduates of the program has been achieved.
Further Your Education
Further Your Education
There are many options available to students who already have some postsecondary education.
Whether you are looking to study at Canadore from another school, continue your education at Canadore, or looking to pursue further education elsewhere, we can help find the right path for you!
Whether you want to Transfer TO Canadore, Transfer WITHIN Canadore, or prepare to Transfer FROM Canadore, we've got you covered!
Learn more about Credit Transfer and Pathway opportunities here.