Recreational Therapist Preferred Term?
I am working on the 6th edition of my book, Therapeutic Recreation Processes and Techniques. In this new edition, I am considering using the expression recreational therapist rather than therapeutic recreation specialist.
Can you give me any advise regarding using recreational therapist rather than therapeutic recreation specialist? I welcome comments to this post!
Can you give me any advise regarding using recreational therapist rather than therapeutic recreation specialist? I welcome comments to this post!
posted by Hoosier RT | 10:16 AM
3 Comments:
I have preferred the term "recreational therapist" for all of my professional career. First of all, in a clinical setting, it makes the most sense. It is more descriptive of the job. The word "therapist" is included in this term and is indicative of the job we perform. We are treating our patients to achieve outcomes. We use recreation or leisure to achieve these outcomes. Hence, "recreational Therapist"
THe term is also more consistent with the other therapies like physical therapist, occupational therapist, etc.
The PROFESSION's name is therapeutic recreation. A specific agency (e.g. hospital) may choose recreation therapy. TR is consistent with our internationally recognized professional credential (CTRS). RT can be used to describe anyone, credentialled or not. TR is a broader term, more inclusive of the variety of programs offered. NN
I agree with your statement, Nancy. Thanks for clarifying!
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