HS 380 - Therapeutic Recreation for Children with Special Needs

Institution:

D'Youville College

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Description:

This multidisciplinary course has two major components: introduction to therapeutic recreation for children with special needs and community service. It is designed to familiarize students with a variety of childhood disabilities, disorders and developmental delays, and how therapeutic recreation can enhance functional capacities, health, wellbeing and quality of life. The course covers theories, principles and strategies used in designing, managing and implementing therapeutic recreation programs. As a service learning course, the students devote their time and talent to serving children who have special needs due to disabilities, disorders and disadvantages. The volunteer experience, along with reflective journaling and seminar discussions, intends to promote understanding and empathy for children and their families who may differ from the student in regards to physical and mental abilities, cultural background and socio-economic status. The student applies the academic knowledge of effective management and delivery of therapeutic recreation services by assisting in community recreation programs and include or focus on children with disabilities, disorders, developmental delays or special needs.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.dyc.edu

Phone Number:

(716) 829-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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