Community and Therapeutic Recreation

School of Health and Human Sciences

Recreation is an essential service that builds vibrant communities and fosters human connections for all. At UNCG we prepare students for meaningful, community-focused careers in recreation therapy and community recreation.

What is Community and Therapeutic Recreation?

Earn a degree in Recreation therapy or community recreation at UNCG. The Department of Community and Therapeutic Recreation, accredited since 1981, equips students to enhance health, wellness, and quality of life through recreation. With concentrations in Recreational Therapy (RT), Community Recreation (CR), and Event Planning (EP), students learn to serve individuals and communities in meaningful ways.

Our program emphasizes hands-on learning. Students complete more than 600 hours of practicum, internships, and projects with leading partners, including the City of Greensboro, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Hospital, Disney, the National Park Service, and the Boys & Girls Clubs.

B.S., Community Recreation and Event Planning

B.S., Recreational Therapy

M.S., Community Recreation Management Concentration

M.S., Recreational Therapy

Watch video – UNCG Students’ Careers in Parks and Recreation

The Department of Community and Therapeutic Recreation is a part of the School of Health and Human Sciences.

Learn About Our Programs

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.)

Students in the bachelor of science in Recreation and Parks Management program choose from 2 concentrations: Community Recreation and Event Planning and Therapeutic Recreation

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Community and Therapeutic Recreation students work at the TR Lab

MASTER OF SCIENCE (M.S.)

Students in the master of science program in Recreation and Parks Management choose from 2 concentrations: Community Recreation Management and Therapeutic Recreation

LEARN MORE ABOUT GRADUATE PROGRAMS

Students participating in the UNCG pain lab

ACCELERATED MASTERS PROGRAM

In the accelerated program, students have the opportunity to graduate with a bachelor of science AND master of science degree, within a 5-year time period.

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Explore our impact

Community and Therapeutic Rec Alum Addresses Quality of Life as a Right

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Facts and figures

5

Years to complete an accelerated B.S. to M.S. program

18%

projected employment Growth of meeting, convention, and event planners FROM 2020 TO 2030 according to U.S. BUREAU OF LABOR STATISTICS

95%

Pass rate for Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist exam

TATIANA MIHAITA FINDS HER WAY IN NATURE

Making a Difference in the Community

Tatiana Mihaita didn’t always know what she wanted to do. But the extra time she spent figuring out her passion paid off, and this summer she interned in something she truly loved.

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