13 courses with the subject TR, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
TR 101Foundations of Recreation and Leisure
Social, psychological, historical and economic influence on the role of therapeutic recreation, recreation, play, and leisure in contemporary American society. Trends and scope of the American recreation movement. The forces and factors affecting therapeutic recreation, play preferences, practices, and behavior. An introduction to the field of therapeutic recreation and leisure studies and a general leisure education course for non-majors.
Introduces students to the philosophical concepts and definitions of Recreational Therapy and implications for service delivery. The historical foundations and evolution of the Recreational Therapy profession is examined.
Group processes, leadership & supervision in recreation. Analysis of leadership techniques, methods and styles. Fundamental supervisory and personnel management functions.
TR 302*: Assessment and Therapeutic Recreation Process in Special Populations
An overview of the scope of recreation services provided in institutions, medical centers, rehabilitation and community settings for individuals with physical, social, emotional, and cognitive disabilities. Characteristics of disabilities, disabling conditions, terminology, legislation, advocacy, and programming. Fieldwork of 45 hours required. Prerequisite: TR101 or permission of instructor.
The aging process and the illness and disabilities experienced by aging persons. Students will explore the many issues surrounding the question; how therapeutic recreation benefits the emotional and social wellbeing of the older individual in society today. Analysis of information on lifelong, adult-onset and traumatic illnesses and disabilities experienced by aging persons. Direct client contact in the field work is a component of the course. Students will be required to complete no fewer than 45 hours in an approved therapeutic recreation setting. Competence in the areas of assessment, program design and therapeutic intervention will be developed and 150
TR 344Therapeutic Recreation: Methods, Materials, and Process
This course is designed to develop techniques, methods, philosophy and skills in Therapeutic Recreation. Through classroom and practical application, students are provided opportunities to explore methods and materials used on T/R programming. Applications to group interactions, leadership, and related intervention techniques will be explored. Prerequisite: TR 101 or permission of instructor.
The administration of recreation and leisure services, including marketing and public relation techniques, financial facility, and personnel management. Theories and principles of management. Prerequisite: For majors in Leisure Management, TR 301 for majors in Therapeutic Recreation, permission of instructor.
TR 402*: Therapeutic Recreation: Principles and Practices
An advanced course in therapeutic recreation, focusing on comprehensive program planning and evaluation, the therapeutic recreation process, and activity analysis. Prerequisite: TR 302.
The application of therapeutic recreation techniques to the clinical situation. Establishing a professional helping relationship through effective communication skills. Prerequisite: TR 302.
TR 404Conceptual and Contemporary Issues in Therapeutic Recreation
An overview of current issues in therapeutic recreation which impact service delivery in a variety of settings and agencies. This course examines conceptual, theoretical, and practical issues associated with the organization and delivery of TR services, and students develop awareness for ongoing professional development during the academic program and into their professional careers. Prerequisite: completion of three 300-level TR courses.
This course is intended to provide students majoring in Therapeutic Recreation with a basic overview of the techniques for conducting both qualitative and quantitative research in a clinical setting. The course focuses on the basic concepts, principles, and methods used in therapeutic recreation research from idea formulation through data collection, analysis and interpretation.
