The Recreation Therapy Undergraduate Diploma at Durham College is crafted for individuals passionate about enhancing the lives of others through therapeutic recreation and leisure activities. You will delve into the critical roles of assessment, person-centred support, and program planning, addressing the diverse needs of individuals facing physical, mental, cognitive, emotional, or social limitations. This program is ideal if you are motivated to develop practical skills in designing and delivering interventions that significantly improve client well-being and quality of life, preparing you for a rewarding career in a growing healthcare field.
Over four semesters of full-time, on-campus study, you will engage in a comprehensive curriculum that includes foundational health sciences, psychology, and specialized recreation therapy modules. Your learning experience will be enriched through practical application, including field placements where you will work alongside experienced professionals and apply your assessment techniques and therapeutic intervention skills. You will graduate with the ability to evaluate program effectiveness, manage client information professionally, and contribute to collaborative healthcare teams, ready to pursue diverse career pathways in various health and community settings.