Applicants must meet the admission requirements listed below:
- General College Admission Requirements
- Attendance at an Information Session is strongly recommended.
- Admission to the Diploma in Therapeutic Recreation program is contingent upon suitability and readiness for the program.
Suitability is determined on the basis of awareness of self and others, life/work experience and overall personal readiness.
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Applicants will submit:
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A Letter of Intent outlining the reasons a candidate has chosen this program, long and short term goals, and strengths and limitations as a candidate.
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A program application form.
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An up-to-date resume.
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A minimum 2 letters of reference with one being from a current (within 1 year) employer, teacher or instructor.
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A personal interview may be required.
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Due once an offer of admission is made:
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A Criminal Record Check – Applicants will receive instruction from Enrolment Services once an offer of admission has been made.
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A tuition deposit to secure seat (full-time applicants only)
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Note: A negative TB test or Chest X-Ray, flu shot and proof of current vaccinations will be required for most practical experiences.
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More admission and program details are available in the Prospective Student Guide.
Graduation Requirements For Students Completing By Summer 2023:
- Successful completion of 61 credits
- 25% (15 credits) of all coursework must be completed at Douglas College
- Students in the Therapeutic Recreation diploma program are required to attain a minimum of 60% ( C letter grade) in all courses utilized for credit towards a Diploma in Therapeutic Recreation in order to progress in the program.
- Time limit to complete program graduation requirements: seven (7) years
Graduation Requirements For Students Completing After Summer 2023:
- Successful completion of 61 credits
- 50% (30 credits) of all coursework must be completed at Douglas College
- Students in the Therapeutic Recreation diploma program are required to attain a minimum of 60% ( C letter grade) in all courses utilized for credit towards a Diploma in Therapeutic Recreation in order to progress in the program.
- Require a minimum program GPA of 2.00
- Time limit to complete program graduation requirements: seven (7) years
Course Requirements:
| Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
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Required Courses: |
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Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology |
3.00 |
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| Understanding Aboriginal Perspective and Experiences |
3.00 |
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Academic Writing |
3.00 |
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Lifespan Human Development |
3.00 |
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Therapeutic Recreation Foundations |
3.00 |
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Leisure & Community Recreation |
3.00 |
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Professional Skills and Person-Centred Approaches in Therapeutic Recreation |
3.00 | |
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Recreation Leadership I |
3.00 |
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Principles and Practices of Health |
3.00 |
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Communication Skills for Recreation and Health Professionals |
3.00 |
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TR Process I Introduction to the TR Process |
3.00 |
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Inclusive Leisure Practice |
3.00 |
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Valuing Diversity: Therapeutic Recreation and Mental Health |
3.00 |
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Older Adulthood: Psychosocial Issues and Therapeutic Recreation |
3.00 |
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Physical Fitness: Theory and Application in Therapeutic Recreation |
3.00 |
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Therapeutic Recreation Practice I: Diploma |
3.00 |
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Recreation Leadership II |
3.00 |
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Therapeutic Recreation and Physical and Developmental Disabling Conditions |
3.00 |
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Older Adulthood: Chronic Health Conditions and Therapeutic Recreation |
3.00 |
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Therapeutic Recreation Practice II: Diploma |
4.00 |
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Total Credits |
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61.00 |
*BIOL 1103 and 1203, 1105 and 1205, or 1109 and 1209 can be substituted for BIOL 1104.