TRM 401
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Introduction to Therapeutic Recreation
Course Description
Introduction to therapeutic recreation definitions, philosophies, practice models, history, processes, professional organizations, healthcare; and therapeutic recreation delivery systems, medical terminology, credentialing requirements, disability/diagnostic groups, and settings.
When Taught
Fall
Min
3
Fixed/Max
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
2
Other Prerequisites
For Therapeutic Recreation and Management majors only
Title
Topics in TR
Learning Outcome
Define and explain TR, TR practice models, TR history, healthcare and TR delivery systems, credentialing requirements, and the TR process.
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Skills and Abilities
Learning Outcome
Use skills and abilities needed to practice TR and develop therapeutic relationships.
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Populations Served by TR
Learning Outcome
Demonstrate basic knowledge of characteristics of populations served by TR professionals including:
specific illnesses, disabilities, and diagnostic groups
social attitudes towards illness & disability
effects on quality of life a leisure functioning
legislation
related TR services & benefits
related terminology
