Leisure and Aging

Undergraduate

Role of leisure in adult development with specific focus on the aging process, leisure needs and leisure services. Basic concepts associated with leisure, aging, targeting leisure services, research and public policy. Course Format: Lectures, 3 hours per week, field experience. Restrictions: Open to RECL and THRE majors and GERO minors until date specified in Registration guide. Students must have a minimum of 7.0 overall credits. Prerequisite(s): RECL 1P90 (1P03), 2P80 or HLSC 2P40 Course Notes: Course will normally be held at an off-campus community location serving older adults. Transportation is the student’s responsibility. Police record check with a vulnerable sector screening is required. Please note vulnerability screening could take up to two months. It is the student’s responsibility to complete the process and cover expenses. Proof of immunization and TB test may be required by agencies. Students may not be allowed to engage in service-learning if these requirements are not met. Documentation is due at the first class. This course may be offered in multiple modes of delivery. The method of delivery will be listed on the academic timetable, in the applicable term.