Recreational Therapists

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Provide treatment and recreational activities for people with disabilities or illness.

Recreational Therapists plan, direct, or coordinate programs for patients in a variety of settings. They work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other institutions. They may plan sports, trips, or social activities. They may assess patients.

Wages	$26.49 per hour on average
Outlook	The outlook is Excellent
Education & Training	Bachelor's degree is typically required.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)	Music Therapy/Therapist Therapeutic Recreation/Recreational Therapy
On the Job	Work Activities Develop health assessment methods or programs. Develop medical treatment plans. Develop treatment plans that use non-medical therapies. Establish treatment goals. Treat medical emergencies. Treat patients using psychological therapies. Treat patients using psychological therapies. Treat patients using psychological therapies. Develop treatment plans that use non-medical therapies. Establish treatment goals.
Career Pathways	Therapeutic Services
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