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  • THERREC 3196: Research and Evaluation in Therapeutic Recreation

    3.00 Credits
    Temple University

    This is the capstone, writing-intensive course for therapeutic recreation majors. It is designed to enable students to evaluate and interpret research and to apply the results of these interpretations to therapeutic recreation practice in the form of evidence-based practice. Students learn fundamental research terminology and procedures including the strengths and limitation of both naturalistic and positivistic research methods utilized in field-based settings. Extensive reading and critiquing of empirical research is required for successful completion.

    Note: Evidence of completion of Temple University Library Tutorial is required for this class. All Health Related Professions courses (HRP 1101, 2103) and Cognate Core courses (KNSLOGY 1223, PSYCH 1061, PSYCH/SOC 1167, PSYCH 2301/EDUC 1322, and PSYCH 2201) must be successfully passed with a C or better to move on to this upper division Therapeutic Recreation course. Prerequisite:    PSYCH 1167 (C067) or SOC 1167 (C067) or equivalent. Special authorization is required for all students

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  • THERREC 3201: Health, Activity, and Aging

    3.00 Credits
    Temple University

    This course will examine the concept of “well aging” with a focus on the contribution of a socially and physically active leisure lifestyle to the wellness of elders living in retirement and assisted living communities.

    Note: Appropriate for individuals with interests in psychology, public health and sociology.

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  • THERREC 3203: Therapeutic Recreation and Mental Health

    3.00 Credits
    Temple University

    Students examine the role of recreation therapy in behavioral healthcare in this course. Content includes terminology, etiology, and care of individuals with acute and chronic mental illnesses and the importance of recreation as a coping resource and component of life quality. Issues associated with relapse prevention and the role and function of recreation therapists within the healthcare team are discussed.

    Note: Therapeutic Recreation Majors: All Health Related Professions courses (HRP 1101, 2103) and Cognate Core courses (KNSLOGY 1223, PSYCH 1061, PSYCH/SOC 1167, PSYCH 2301/EDUC 1322, and PSYCH 2201) must be successfully passed with a C or better to move on to this upper division Therapeutic Recreation course. Mode:Lecture with field-based learning. Corequisite:    THERREC 3101 (0331)

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  • THERREC 3205: Therapeutic Recreation and Long Term Care

    3.00 Credits
    Temple University

    The range of therapeutic recreation services used in long term care settings, including skilled nursing, sub-acute care facilities, and dementia care units are introduced in this course. Students learn best practices, activity programming and other techniques and required procedures for maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations.

    Note: Course also meets requirements for Gerontology certificate. Therapeutic Recreation Majors: All Health Related Professions courses (HRP 1101, 2103) and Cognate Core courses (KNSLOGY 1223, PSYCH 1061, PSYCH/SOC 1167, PSYCH 2301/EDUC 1322, and PSYCH 2201) must be successfully passed with a C or better to move on to this upper division Therapeutic Recreation course. Mode: Lecture and field-based learning. Prerequisite:    EDUC 1322 (0122) or PSYCH 2301 (0200) or equivalent lifespan human development course Corequisite:    THERREC 3101 (0331)

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  • THERREC 3211: Therapeutic Recreation and Physical Disabilities

    3.00 Credits
    Temple University

    Students explore the role of therapeutic recreation in the rehabilitation of individuals with physical disabilities in this course. Content includes terminology, etiology, and care of specific disabilities resulting from trauma, chronic conditions and amputation. Issues associated with independent living and the implications for the role and function of recreation therapists within the rehabilitation team are addressed.

    Note: Therapeutic Recreation Majors: All Health Related Professions courses (HRP 1101, 2103) and Cognate Core courses (KNSLOGY 1223, PSYCH 1061, PSYCH/SOC 1167, PSYCH 2301/EDUC 1322, and PSYCH 2201) must be successfully passed with a C or better to move on to this upper division Therapeutic Recreation course. Mode: Lecture with field-based learning. Prerequisite:    KNSLOGY 1223 (C100), THERREC 3101 (0331)

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  • THERREC 3213: Therapeutic Recreation and Pediatric Health Care

    3.00 Credits
    Temple University

    In this course, students examine the role of play in development, and the psychosocial needs of children and adolescents who are hospitalized or have chronic illnesses. Topics include family-centered care, medical play, pre-operative play techniques and the role and function of recreation therapists and child life specialists.

    Note: Portions of this course may occur at pediatric facilities. Class size limited & priority given to therapeutic recreation majors with senior status. Field-based learning may be required. Therapeutic Recreation Majors: All Health Related Professions courses (HRP 1101, 2103) and Cognate Core courses (KNSLOGY 1223, PSYCH 1061, PSYCH/SOC 1167, PSYCH 2301/EDUC 1322, and PSYCH 2201) must be successfully passed with a C or better to move on to this upper division Therapeutic Recreation course. Prerequisite:    THERREC 3101 (0331), EDUC 1322 (0122) or PSYCH 2301 (0200) or equivalent lifespan human development course

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  • THERREC 3282: Independent Study in Therapeutic Recreation

    1.00 - 3.00 Credits
    Temple University

    Supervised independent projects on issues related to health, leisure and disabilities. Prerequisite:    Permission from the Undergraduate Coordinator of Therapeutic Recreation Curriculum required
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  • THERREC 4111: Administration of Therapeutic Recreation

    3.00 Credits
    Temple University

    This course explores the management of therapeutic recreation services based on professional standards of practice. Reflecting the range of healthcare and human services agencies where therapeutic recreation is practiced, topics include administrative theory and decision making, budgeting and reimbursement, risk management, marketing, personnel and volunteer policies and procedures, and quality improvement. The use of technology as part of the management process is also discussed including the use of spreadsheets and other data management programs.

    Note: This course is for majors only. All Health Related Professions courses (HRP 1101, 2103) and Cognate Core courses (KNSLOGY 1223, PSYCH 1061, PSYCH/SOC 1167, PSYCH 2301/EDUC 1322, and PSYCH 2201) must be successfully passed with a C or better to move on to this upper division Therapeutic Recreation course. Mode: Lecture, small group. Prerequisite:    THERREC 3185 (0280). Special authorization is required for all students

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  • THERREC 4185: Internship II

    12.00 Credits
    Temple University

    This course is a semester-long, 600-hour field placement where students apply academic learning to demonstrate competencies associated with entry-level practice in therapeutic recreation.

    Note: Requires current certification in first aid and CPR. Pre-placement health screening, child abuse and criminal clearances are also required prior to start of internship experience by the deadline date set by the senior internship coordinator. Completion of 120 professional development hours required. Special authorization is required for internship placements greater than 150 miles from Temple University’s main campus. See senior internship coordinator for details. Prerequisite:    ALL coursework must be completed prior to the internship. Special authorization required for all students. Must see advisor

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  • THERREC 4196: Therapeutic Recreation Clinical Procedures

    3.00 Credits
    Temple University

    This course allows students to further their understanding of clinical practice in therapeutic recreation through an examination of how recreation therapists use activity-based interventions, the environment, and therapeutic relationships to facilitate individual and group behavioral change. Students design protocols for intervention groups and simulate leadership techniques used by recreation therapists in clinical practice. Field-based application of group planning and leadership is required.

    Note: This course is for majors only and should be taken the semester before enrolling in THERREC 4185 (0380). Field-based application of group planning and leadership is required. All Health Related Professions courses (HRP 1101, 2103) and Cognate Core courses (KNSLOGY 1223, PSYCH 1061, PSYCH/SOC 1167, PSYCH 2301/EDUC 1322, and PSYCH 2201) must be successfully passed with a C or better to move on to this upper division Therapeutic Recreation course. Prerequisite:    THERREC 3185 (0280), 3101 (0331), 2104 (0332)

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