* Tuition fees applicable to one academic year

Do you enjoy working with people? Are you looking for an exciting career in health care? Why not consider a career as a Therapeutic Recreation Assistant?

Recreation Therapist Assistants help plan and deliver activities and programs to people with illnesses or disabilities. Canadore’s eight-month certificate program will prepare you for entry level practice as a Therapeutic Recreation Assistant in clinical and community-based settings. Program graduates work under the guidance and supervision of a therapeutic recreation professional.

Canadore’s Recreation Therapist Assistant program offers students:

• Basic skills and knowledge necessary to obtain employment in therapeutic recreation.
• A starting point to pursue studies toward a diploma/degree in therapeutic or other recreation related careers.

Ontario Secondary School Diploma at or above the general level or its equivalent. Grade 12 English or equivalent is required.

Mature Students:
Applicants aged 19 or over without OSSD will be considered on the basis of their results on the College’s Mature Students Test.

Graduates of the new Ontario Secondary School Curriculum:
Ontario Secondary School Diploma with courses from the College (C), University (U), University/College (M) or Open (O) preparation levels.

Required Courses:
Grade 12 Compulsory English (ENG 4C or ENG 4U).