Improve your knowledge and skills in the dynamic field of therapeutic recreation/recreation therapy.
Therapeutic recreation focuses on leisure and recreation as integral components of optimal health and well-being for individuals with illnesses and disabling conditions. The Therapeutic Recreation Online Graduate Certificate Program will help you achieve a higher level of competence and professionalism in an exciting and growing field.
A graduate certificate or advanced certificate is a graduate-level program that consists of courses that help you develop your proficiency in a particular field.
This online program is ideal for:
The U.S. Education Department's Gainful Employment regulations require disclosure of certain program information to students and prospective students. Gainful Employment programs are defined by the Federal Government as " programs that prepare students for gainful employment in a recognized occupation."
Gainful Employment Disclosure Statement: Therapeutic Recreation Online Graduate Certificate Program
Check out the overview of the Therapeutic Recreation Online Graduate Certificate Program for information on how to apply, required courses, costs, registration, policies and more.
NCTRC (National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification) is the nationally recognized credentialing organization for the profession of therapeutic recreation or recreation therapy. A Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist is the most qualified professional to provide programs and services.
Read about becoming a CTRS
Learn more about requirements for national certification at NCTRC.
Learn more about the profile of a CTRS (PDF), including work settings, salary ranges, and types of people served.
