Overview

Key features

The Recreational Therapy program at the University of Utah will give you the counseling techniques and knowledge you need to help rehabilitate individuals and educate them on the support systems and skills needed to maintain their health and happiness. The RT curriculum covers topics in recreational therapy foundations and treatment methods: through a combination of coursework, community programs, and treatment services, students learn how to conduct treatment planning and provide therapy. The culminating experience of the program is a recreational therapy internship through a local agency, preparing you for work in a professional environment. Students of this program graduate well-prepared to apply for licensure to practice as therapists or to find jobs in allied fields.

The Student Experience

Students who want to get involved in their department may join the Student Occupational Therapy Association (SOTA) or the Recreational Therapy Student Advisory Committee. Both organizations provide networking and socializing opportunities for students, as well as hosting professional development and service project events.

Career Opportunities

Upon graduation, Recreational Therapy students must be licensed by the Department of Professional and Occupational Licensing (DOPL) to practice in the state of Utah. Additional national certification as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) is also required for most recreational therapy positions in Utah and the United States. Once licensed, open your own practice, or work with a hospital, clinic, school, or private office to provide recreational therapy to individuals who need it.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Recreational Therapy and Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities

Assessment, Documentation, & Evaluation in Recreational Therapy

Recreational Therapy and Older Adults

Recreational Therapy in Physical Medicine

Recreational Therapy and Mental Health Services

Management in Recreational Therapy

Advancement of TR, Clinical and Professional Analysis

Techniques and Facilitation in Recreational Therapy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2025-11-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

122 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Salt Lake City, United States

Disciplines

Kinesiology View 814 other Bachelors in Kinesiology in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete The Online Application

Pay the Application Fee

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

34900 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 34900 USD per year during 48 months.
National

34900 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 34900 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

12424 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 12424 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Salt Lake City

1000 - 1730 USD /month

Living costs

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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