Recreational Therapy’s Role in Addiction Recovery
*This course has been pre-approved by NCTRC for 5 clock hours.
In this course, students will explore the impact that substance abuse has on those struggling with it and the ways to effectively address it. In particular, students will explore what Recreational Therapists can do to address common issues for people who have substance abuse disorders such as experiencing boredom, having low self-esteem, having a lack of positive community support, and having a lack of effective coping strategies. At the completion of this course, participants will need to pass an exam with a minimum score of 70% to receive CEU’s. Participants must complete the course within 365 days of starting the course to receive a completion certificate.
NCTRC Specialty Certification Eligible
Course Objectives
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Identify 3 signs and symptoms of substance abuse/addiction
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Identify 3 risk factors and/or barriers of recovery
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Text length of individual points can be shorter or longer depending on your needs
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You will learn new strategies and perspectives in providing TR services to people battling addictions
Tracie Schendel, CTRS
Instructor Bio:
Tracie Schendel, CTRS
SMART Instructor
