CMHC 5357 Recreational Therapy

This course provides an in-depth examination of individual and group recreational therapy (RT) facilitation techniques. Course topics include definitions, intervention descriptions, historical perspectives, current research and theoretical foundations related to a variety of RT facilitation techniques and interventions. Some techniques explored are humor, sports, reminiscence, animals, leisure, exercise, adventure, expressive arts, and more. Students will learn and practice skills in how to debrief and process RT activities.

Credits

3

Session Cycle Description

Spring Session