Foundations of Supporting Inclusive Recreation In Your Community

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

To provide recreational therapists information on attitudinal, structural, and budgetary foundations needed within organizations to provide inclusive services, as well as explore the potential role a CTRS can play in supporting inclusive service delivery. The learner must pass a quiz at the end of the course with at least a 70% to be awarded a completion certificate. The course must be completed within 365 days of the start date.
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NCTRC Specialty Certification Eligible

Course Objectives

  • By the end of this course, students will be able to define inclusion in the context of community recreation.

  • By the end of this course, students will be able to identify the infrastructure needed for effective inclusive practices.

  • By the end of this course, students will understand best practices for inclusive service delivery.

Dr. Lindsey R. Oaks, Ph.D., LRT, CTRS

Instructor Bio:

Dr. Oakes worked within an inclusive postsecondary education (IPSE) program, Beyond Academics, at the University of North Carolina Greensboro for four years. In her role as Student Support Coordinator, Dr. Oakes had the pleasure of creating and providing recreational therapy services to college students with IDD, bringing three additional CTRSs on board as staff members, building recreational therapy service delivery within Beyond Academics, and creating an internship program within Beyond Academics for recreational therapy students.

Dr. Lindsey R. Oakes,Ph.D., LRT, CTRS

SMART Instructor

Cat Travato, MS, CTRS, CDRP

Instructor Bio:

Cat Trovato, co-owner of Inclusive You, is a recreation professional with over a decade of leadership in parks and recreation, specializing in inclusive service delivery. She serves as Operations and Inclusion Coordinator for Arlington County, leading accessibility initiatives and support systems for individuals with disabilities. A Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist and Certified Parks and Recreation Professional, Cat has authored publications and presented nationally on inclusive programming, sensory-friendly environments, and adaptive recreation. Known for her strategic vision and collaborative leadership, she is committed to helping agencies remove barriers, strengthen engagement, and build equitable recreation systems that serve all community members.

Cat Travato, MS, CTRS, CPRP

SMART Instructor