Diploma in Recreation Therapy (Accelerated)

Mohawk College - Fennell Campus

Canada,Ontario

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18 Months

Duration

CAD 18,308/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 100

Application Fee

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Canada, Ontario

Type: College

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1967

Total Students: 13,000 +

Int. Students: 3,000 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

135 Fennell Ave W, Hamilton, ON L9C 0E5, Canada

Diploma in Recreation Therapy (Accelerated)

Program Overview

At the core, Recreation Therapists use leisure as a tool to help people of all ability levels make the most of their lives – physically, mentally, emotionally and socially.

Program Highlights

  • At Mohawk, we are committed to providing the best experiential learning through the integration of theory and practice. Our commitment to experiential learning is supported by faculty who understand its value.
  • Students gain 480 hours of practical experience in the field through multiple practicum experiences with over 400 agencies in our database. 
  • Compressed schedule allows for students to balance work and school with enhanced flexibility 
  • We offer two unique outdoor RT course experiences (overnight at camp) which has been shown to engage students, increase sense of belonging among peers and faculty, and contribute towards student success. Students say it is one of the most memorable parts of the program!
  • We offer over 6 certifications and workshop trainings to set students apart on their job applications. Classroom learning is enhanced with our own experiential learning lab as well as the use of a Multisensory environment lab space.
  • Mohawk College’s Therapeutic Recreation curriculum has been successfully reviewed and determined to be in alignment with the Therapeutic Recreation Ontario (TRO), and Essential Competency Framework (ECF).  As a result, graduates of this program (283, 353) are eligible to apply for the Registration designation with the Therapeutic Recreation Ontario (TRO) upon graduation. 
  • As a student in the program, you will receive a student membership with Therapeutic Recreation Ontario (TRO)
     

What you'll learn

  •     Theoretical foundation and practical skills to plan, implement and evaluate leisure services for individuals at all stages in life who experience barriers to healthy leisure.
  •     Recognize leisure, recreation and play as integral components of quality of life.
  •     Assess needs and passions of an individual to provide person centred care.
  •     Focus on inclusion and empowering to help people live their fullest life despite any limitations.
  •     How to give back as much power and choice as possible back to the participant.
  •     Provide services to individuals who have physical, mental, emotional or social limitations that impact their ability to engage in leisure experiences.
     

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 Duration: 24 months
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 Application Fee: CAD 100

English Requirement: IELTS 

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