Therapeutic Recreation Associate Degree

Manchester Community College
Great Path, MS #17
Manchester, CT 06045

P: (860) 512-2708
F: (860) 512-2652
http://www.manchestercc.edu/health

Director: MaryJo Archambault
MS, CTRS
marchambault@manchestercc.edu

Contact: MaryJo Archambault
P: (860) 512-2702
F: (860) 512-2652
marchambault@manchestercc.edu

Therapeutic Recreation Associate Degree

Year Program started: 1980

Max. Participants/Year: 20

Program Timeframe: September - May

Academic Level Targeted: College

Racial/Ethnic Focus: Any racial/ethnic group

Type of Program:

Program Attributes: For credit, Financial aid provided, Mentors/advisors provided

Program Acceptance Requirements: GPA/academic standing (good academic standing)

Primary Science Discipline(s) Targeted: anatomy, biology, psychology, science (computer, mathematical), science (social, behavioral)

Additional Comments: This program also includes courses such as processes and techniques in therapeutic recreation, cooperative education/work experience, health and wellness principles, introduction to recreation and leisure services, life span development, leisure and aging, professional practicum in therapeutic recreation, programming, children and adults w/disabilities, health and wellness principles.