Therapeutic Recreation and Behavioural Health

Undergraduate

Examination of the role of leisure and therapeutic recreation in addressing health issues for individuals with mental illness, addictions and other behavioural issues. Exploration of the history of mental illness and mental health services, public policy related to behavioural health and various intervention philosophies as they relate to therapeutic recreation practice. Course Format: Lectures, 3 hours per week. Restrictions: Open to RECL and THRE majors with a minimum of 9.0 overall credits. Prerequisite(s): RECL 2P02 Course Notes: 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.