Steps to becoming a Recreation Therapist in Nova Scotia.
You may consider a four-year recreation therapy university degree or a two-year diploma through a community college. Dalhousie University offers a Bachelor’s Degree in Therapeutic Recreation and NSCC offers a diploma in therapeutic recreation. If you are considering other programs in Canada, ensure they have been approved by the Canadian Therapeutic Recreation Association.
After completing your recreation therapy program, you must complete 560 hours of work experience under the supervision of a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS).
The national certification exam for Recreation Therapy is provided through the Canadian Therapeutic Recreation Association and National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification. Please note, this certification process is voluntary.
To start working, you must become licensed in Nova Scotia. Visit the Nova Scotia Therapeutic Recreation Association for more information on licensure.