Exit Requirement Successful completion of a comprehensive examination is required to complete the program. Students must pass the state teacher licensing examination for Provisional Certification. Master's program in Therapeutic Recreation is designed for those who want to advance their knowledge and under-standing of therapeutic recreation as a part of health care services. The curriculum teaches from a conceptual model of health promotion and disease prevention. The admissions committee may recommend one or more personal interviews.
Admission is based on review of all components of the application.
Admission to the doctoral program is highly selective with only a limited number of students admitted each year. Each student, in consultation with an advisor, develops a detailed curriculum plan based on undergraduate and graduate transcripts, work history, career goals, and interests. This curriculum plan is referred to as a contract and is developed during the first semester of matriculation. The Ph.D. curriculum requires a minimum of 82 semester hours of graduate credit. Students may receive up to 30 credits of advanced standing for prior graduate course work, usually the completion of a master's degree.