College Certificate - Therapeutic Recreation Facilitator for Older Adults

Join the College Certificate in Therapeutic Recreation at Red River College! Gain skills for supporting older adults. Apply now for hands-on experience!

Students in the College Certificate – Therapeutic Recreation Facilitator for Older Adults program gain the knowledge and skills needed to work in therapeutic and leisure recreational programming and services for older adults. They learn to plan, promote, deliver, and evaluate effective programs for clientele in various settings, including personal care homes, health centres, adult day centres, assisted living, and other community-based programs. Workplace safety, privacy, and health regulations are key components of the program. Learners are taught by industry-experienced instructors through integrated workplace experience and two fieldwork placements. Note: Due to circumstances related to COVID-19, students in the fast-track TRF program are required to complete First Aid/CPR training through an external provider and submit documentation verifying completion in order to proceed to practicum and graduate from the program.