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Conducting A Comprehensive TR Assessment

*This course has been pre-approved by NCTRC for 5 clock hours.

This course provides an overview of processes helpful for conducting a thorough and comprehensive assessment in Therapeutic Recreation (TR). Assessment is the first step in the APIED process. Following a comprehensive assessment, the Recreational Therapist (RT) may plan goals and objectives that are at the right level for the participant and the intervention will be adapted to meet individual strengths and needs. As the participant engages in the TR program, periodic evaluations and further assessments are recommended to keep programs and goals aligned with the participant’s current state. This course covers gathering primary knowledge and data, establishing a therapeutic relationship, assessment tools and determining strengths and limitations. At the completion of this course, participants will need to pass an exam with a minimum score of 70%. Participants must complete the course within 365 days of starting the course to receive a completion certificate.
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Course Objectives

  • Students will identify two aspects of a therapeutic relationship and understand the importance of boundaries during assessment.

  • Students will identify two ways to establish cultural competence and its importance during assessment.

  • Students will identify two methods of gathering primary data and tools for assessments.

  • Students will identify two possible barriers or limitations to leisure that may need addressing.

Beth Petzold

Instructor Bio:

My name is Beth Petzold, CTRS and I have been practicing TR for over 8 years. I have had the pleasure of working with diverse populations of individuals, including those with Intellectual Disabilities, Autism, Stroke, Dementia, Mental Illness, and physical impairments. Settings have included outdoor and adaptive sports and Adult Day Care. I love assisting people towards appreciating strengths, discovering passions and increasing self-efficacy and confidence.

Beth Petzold, CTRS

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