14 courses with the subject RTX, 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.
This course will introduce students to leisure as an important aspect of well being. Types of leisure and settings of leisure will be discussed. Leisure education will also be explored for individuals across the lifespan to promote health and increase quality of life.
An introduction and overview of the history, philosophy, and practice of recreational therapy as a treatment service, as well as an introduction to various disability populations and common interventions utilized in recreational therapy practice.
An introduction and overview of the aging process as it applies to allied health professionals, as well as an introduction to implementing robust, evidence-based interventions to promote health for aging populations.
An introduction and overview of the treatment modality of adaptive sports as it applies to recreational therapy practice, as well as an introduction to competitive adaptive sports.
An introduction and overview of the treatment modality of adventure therapy as it applies to recreational therapy practice, as well as experiential learning of best-practice in adventure therapy. 216 | CATAWBA COLLEGE 2026–2027 Undergraduate Catalog
The aim of clinical experience is to provide future recreational therapists with opportunities to gain skills and abilities possible only outside classroom walls. The clinical experience will allow students to engage with disability and aging populations under the supervision of a trained, allied health professional. Prerequisite: junior standing.
A course on the basic concepts, techniques, and methods connected with the profession of recreational therapy in settings offering medical, rehabilitation, and community health services. This course is focused on assessments and documentation used by recreational therapists. Prerequisite: junior standing.
This course is designed for the student to learn concepts, theories, and models related to program planning and implementation of recreational therapy services in diverse settings. It will emphasize group dynamics, initiatives, leadership, adaptation, therapeutic communication, and behavior management in developing functional interventions that address physical, cognitive, social, and emotional strengths and needs of clients served by recreational therapy services. Prerequisite: RTX 1400.
This course presents the foundation for understanding the contemporary healthcare system, as well as developing systematic program design, implementation, and management of recreational therapy services. Students will achieve a comprehensive understanding of the insurance and reimbursement systems; relevant guidelines and standards related to healthcare organizations; the process of program development, and program management principles. Prerequisite: junior standing.
This course is designed to assist students in preparing for their recreational therapy internship, NCTRC certification exam, and future employment opportunities. This course should be taken one or two semesters prior to starting internship.
The aim of this course is to give students practical experience providing recreational therapy services to individuals with disabilities and chronic illnesses. Assignments will cover all NCTRC Job Task Domains required for competency as an entry level recreational therapist.
This course is designed to have students fully demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities to implement the APIED Process with clients with disabilities and chronic illnesses. The course will also allow students to be evaluated on their skills and abilities as an entry level recreational therapist by both academic faculty and their internship supervisor. Prerequisite: junior standing. Corequisite: RTX 4450.
Source: Catawba College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61
