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Continuing Education & Part-time Studies Guide Winter/Spring 2015 continuingeducation@georgiancollege.ca 80 postsecondary credit courses Research in Therapeutic Recreation This course examines both qualitative and quantitative research methods commonly used in therapeutic recreation, issues related to conducting therapeutic recreation research, and the analysis, interpretation, and presentation of data. Knowledge of these topics enables students to engage in reflective practice and systematically conduct basic research in their professional careers. Additionally, this course enhances the students' ability to interpret and apply information in professional journals. TREc 1011 | 42 hrs $325.50 loc date day time OR JAN. 12 – APR. 17 (BLENDED OFF-SITE DELIVERY) Recreation Therapy with Selected Populations Therapeutic recreation professionals provide services to diverse client groups in a broad spectrum of settings. Through classroom discussion and site visits, this course examines the role and nature of therapeutic recreation services offered to a variety of selected populations such as people with mental health conditions; developmental, cognitive and physical impairment; and older adults living with illness, loss of mobility and other functioning. Systemic, psychological and sociological variables that impact therapeutic recreation services are examined. TREc 1005 | 42 hrs $325.50 loc date day time JAN. 12 – APR. 17 ONLINE Therapeutic Relationships in Recreation Therapy This course provides an overview of the essential healing elements of therapeutic relationships, as well as the skills required to assist individuals to achieve goals related to wellness, leisure and quality of life. A primary focus is on the development of empathic communication skills including the art of listening, empathic understanding, and the nature of ambivalence as it affects motivation to grow, adapt and change. Through role-playing, students listen to client stories, identify their needs and apply empathic communication skills to convey understanding, and to enhance motivation and goal acquisition. TREc 1012 | 42 hrs $325.50 loc date day time OR MAY 11 – AUG. 14 (BLENDED OFF-SITE DELIVERY) VICTIMOLOGY COuRSES OL Aboriginal Peoples: understanding and Reducing Victimization Aboriginal people are overrepresented both as victims and offenders. Students explore the impact of the residential schools, effects of colonialism on traditional values and culture, as well as structural victimization. Students critically examine and assess Canada's principle approaches to addressing victimization and offending by and against Aboriginal peoples. Through discussion and experiential learning from an Aboriginal perspective, students gain insight and understanding of Aboriginal teachings, Aboriginal worldview, culturally relevant healing, crime prevention and restorative justice. VIcT 1004 | 28 hrs $289 date loc JAN. 13 – APR. 21 ONLINE MAY 12 – AUG. 18 ONLINE ThERAPEuTIC RECREATION COuRSES Issues and Trends This course examines a variety of issues and trends presently influencing the therapeutic recreation field. Through lectures, guest speakers and seminars students explore such topics as the professionalization of the field, community development, accessibility, legislation and other current professional issues. The content of this course reflects the trends presently affecting this rapidly evolving profession. TREc 1008 | 42 hrs $325.50 loc date day time MAY 11 – AUG. 14 ONLINE Leisure Education This course explores the concept of wellness as it relates to leisure and the role of leisure education in helping individuals develop and live enjoyable, healthy and satisfying leisure lifestyles. Students will examine their own values and lifestyles as well as their own learning styles and needs before being introduced to strategies and techniques for enhancing the leisure lifestyle of clients. Values clarification strategies are examined as an integral aspect of the leisure education process. TREc 1007 | 42 hrs $325.50 loc date day time OR MAY 11 – AUG. 14 (BLENDED OFF-SITE DELIVERY) Nature of Disabilities in Therapeutic Recreation This course examines the consequences of selected illnesses and disabling conditions. An overview of lifestyle limitations imposed by disease, disability and the natural aging process is studied with an emphasis on the implications for leisure and recreation participation. Assistive devices that aid in independence and participation are presented. Responsibilities regarding medications and documentation are examined. Maintaining one's personal health through the use of proper body mechanics and standard precautions are also discussed. TREc 1015 | 42 hrs $325.50 loc date day time JAN. 12 – APR. 17 ONLINE Organizational Leadership: Therapeutic Recreation This course examines the role of the contemporary manager in the delivery of therapeutic recreation services. Although the management functions of planning, organizing and controlling will be introduced, a special emphasis will be directed toward the human elements of management including, leadership, motivation, communication, empowerment and team development. TREc 1009 | 42 hrs $325.50 loc date day time MAY 11 – AUG. 14 ONLINE