Advanced Professionalism and Advocacy

Catalog description

This course engages students in study and discussion of current trends in Recreational Therapy (RT) service provision. It provides opportunities for advocacy on behalf of RT professionals and stakeholders. Students will learn methods of advocacy and apply these new skills in interactions with inter-professional teams, government officials, public and/or private healthcare agencies, and other government-run entities. Students will discover the impacts of societal, political and governmental intervention on the practice of Recreational Therapy and in the lives of prospective constituencies. Through a variety of learning activities, students will learn to apply knowledge to effectively address challenges and trends in Recreational Therapy. Enrollment is limited to students with a program in Recreational Therapy, Recreational Therapy or Animal-Assisted Interventions. Enrollment is limited to Graduate level students. Enrollment limited to students in a Master of Science degree. Enrollment limited to students in the College of Health Professions college.