The Ultimate Online Resource for Recreational Therapy
Welcome to Rec Therapy Directory – the comprehensive resource for all things recreational therapy. Find jobs, internships, an interventions library, merch shop, blog, and more
Recreational Therapy News
Stay up-to-date on the latest trends and tips in the recreational therapy industry.
ORTA Internship Supervisor Award Honorees And Winner
Advice for recent graduates from KatherineThe Ohio Recreational Therapy Association (ORTA), in conjunction with The University of Toledo Recreational Therapy Club, co-sponsored ORTA’s first-ever award: Outstanding Recreational Therapy Internship Supervisor for 2020.
Taking the CTRS™ Exam Soon?
Here is a helpful resource page to find study guides, flash cards, and practice tests to help you study for the NCTRC’s certification exam.
5 Pieces of Advice For Every New Recreation Therapy Graduate
Advice for recent graduates from Katherine Darcangelis, creator and owner of What The Rec.
Recreational Therapy Interventions
We have a diverse and curated list of interventions that will assist and elevate your therapy sessions.
Community Scavenger Hunt
Let’s Talk Leisure
Mall Scavenger Hunt
Box Road
Recreational Therapy Certification and Licensure Information
Need help or have a question about licensure for recreational therapy? The resources on the right should help give you all the clarification you need.
National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (CTRS)
National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC) is the premier credentialing organization for the profession of Therapeutic Recreation.
States With Licensure
Currently there are 5 states in the US that require a license to practice Recreational Therapy. Learn more about licesure here.
CTRS Verification
Need to verify that the person you are hiring is a CTRS? Check out NCTRC’s CTRS verification portal.
Merch
Proceeds from purchases go to operating the site and to future scholarships and/or grants.