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Recreational Therapists

Recreational therapists plan and carry out treatments and activities for patients.

Recreational therapists use many different leisure activities to treat patients. They work in hospitals, nursing homes, day care centers, and other healthcare institutions.

Recreational Therapists are in the Health Science career cluster and the Therapeutic Services pathway.

Quick Facts

Wages:

 Above the statewide median

$21.72 / hour    Read more about wages

Outlook:

 Percent Growth   11.1%

Average    Read more about outlook

Education & Training:

 Bachelor's degree is common.

On the Job:

 Work Activities
  • Make changes in patients' treatment when needed.
  • Talk with patients about their needs, abilities, and interests in order to develop their treatment plan.
  • Create treatment plans for patients that include several different activities.
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Job Title Examples:

 Activity Assistant,  Activity Coordinator,  Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) 
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Source: Minnesota Department of Education, Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, and CareerOneStop.