Recreational Therapy CTE Introduction. What is a Recreational Therapist? Provide treatment and activities for people with disabilities or illnesses.

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Recreational Therapy CTE Introduction

What is a Recreational Therapist? Provide treatment and activities for people with disabilities or illnesses.

What is a Recreational Therapist? What do Recreational Therapists use? –Arts & Crafts –Animals –Sports –Games –Dance and Movement –Drama –Music –Community Outings

What do they help with? Reduce depression Stress Anxiety Recover basic movements Build confidence Socialize effectively Enjoy greater independence Become involved with the community

Where do they work? Nursing & personal care facilities Hospitals Residential facilities Community mental health centers Adult day care programs Correctional facilities Community programs Substance abuse centers

How do I become a Rec. Therapist? Bachelor’s degree (4 years of college) Utah requires a license to practice

How hard will it be to find a job? Jobs will increase 15% from More jobs available than most careers Aging population = more jobs

How much can I make? Salary ranged from $23,150 - $60,280 in 2008.

Learn Activities Now it’s your turn to do some Recreational Therapy activities.