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Diploma of Recreation Therapy

About the program

Two-year diploma preparing recreation therapy assistants to improve clients' well-being.

Demonstrate applied knowledge and practical skills in Recreation Therapy. Apply concepts related to four-term programme with two field placements in guided assignments and practical contexts. Communicate work appropriately and complete subject-relevant projects or assessments.

Four-term programme with two field placements
The second a 7-week full-time placement. Courses include therapeutic recreation foundations and intervention planning
Assessment and documentation
Approaches for an aging population
Leisure education
Mental illness and addiction
Developmental psychology and research and evaluation.

OSSD or equivalent including: Grade 12 English
C or U or equivalent (70% guideline). Entry grade detail: OSSD or equivalent incl. Grade 12 English (C or U) and programme-specific maths/sciences
No minimum average published
Mature-applicant options.

Secondary school diploma equivalent to the OSSD with Grade 12 English, Programme-specific subjects.

Check the programme's entry requirements and intake deadline. Apply through the OCAS International Application Service (application fee 100 CAD). Upload your passport
Academic transcripts
English test scores and
If under 18
A custodian declaration. Accept the offer in the OCAS portal and pay the full tuition shown in the offer. Receive the Letter of Acceptance and Provincial Attestation Letter
Then apply for a Canadian study permit with proof of funds. Clear any conditions 30 days before classes
Upload your permit approval and complete pre-registration.

Campus	Fennell Campus
Faculty or school	Health
Department	Recreation Therapy
Teaching language	English
Credit value	60
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	3 years
Scholarship note	Institution-level scholarship eligibility may vary by academic record, Applicant category and chosen program, Confirm current award terms.