Implications of illness in leisure behavior and life function are reviewed including the role of therapeutic recreation in various treatment settings. Assessment of patients, treatment planning, documentation, evaluation, and clinical interventions are also covered. Community reintegration training, follow-up, transitional care, resource development, and family integrations are included. Aging, terminal illness, and mental impairment are also reviewed. The application and implementation of clinical skills necessary for community reintegration, geriatrics, and the inclusive recreation process are covered.
Students receive full training in recreation setting.
Students must apply to the Department of Kinesiology and Health at least one academic term prior to scheduling the practicum. Travel and expenses may be required. This course covers applied training in specialty areas including but not limited to adapted aquatics, psychodrama, leisure counseling, disabled sports, and pain management. With adviser approval, the student may select two of the following courses in lieu of the RCLS 3350 requirement in this concentration. Students develop knowledge and skills in designing and implementing movement and rhythmical activities for P-5 curriculums.