Bachelor of Sport and Recreation Studies - Therapeutic Recreation
| Study location | Canada, Saskatchewan, Regina |
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| Type | Bachelor's Degree, University |
| Nominal duration | 4 years |
| Study language | English |
| Tuition fee | CA$25,063 per year The fees are for the 2022–2023 academic year and include tuition (CA$24,108), health insurance and ancillary charges. The fees displayed are estimates only for two semesters (based on 10 courses per year) and are subject to change. |
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| Registration fee | CA$400 one-time The registration fee includes the non-refundable application fee (CA$100) and the refundable deposit fee (CA$300). Please REVIEW the EdviseCanada`s fee policy. |
| Entry qualification | G12-HIGHSCHOOL The following Grade 12 courses, with a minimum overall average of 70%, are required:
Note: 65-69.99% average can be admitted to Kinesiology Qualifying program. The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. |
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| Language requirements | English If you are not coming from a country where English is the primary language, you must provide proof of English proficiency in one of the following ways:
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Overview
Are you interested in helping to improve the quality of life for people with physical, mental, social or emotional limitations? Therapeutic Recreation recognizes the value of leisure, recreation and play as vital for quality of life. You will learn how to plan, implement and evaluate therapeutic recreation programs aimed at assisting the individual to achieve independence, optimal health and a high quality of life.
The University of Regina’s Therapeutic Recreation program is the only one of its kind between British Columbia and Nova Scotia that guarantees academic path eligibility for certification through the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification.
Career opportunities
Graduates pursue careers as certified therapeutic recreation specialists in a variety of settings, including long term care, acute care, day programs, rehabilitation, youth-at-risk and mental health and addictions.