Therapeutic Recreation in Long Term Care
Overview
Subject area
GERO
Catalog Number
102
Course Title
Therapeutic Recreation in Long Term Care
Department(s)
Description
The student will discuss the organization, administration, and recreational programs for the aging. The course will include the principles and practices of therapeutic recreation services in settings serving the elderly, with emphasis on the role of the therapeutic recreation professional in client assessment, and documentation. The course will prepare students for entry level positions in facilities that service elders. Field observations will be required.
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
Academic Career
Undergraduate
Liberal Arts
No
Credits
Minimum Units
3
Maximum Units
3
Academic Progress Units
3
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
3