Medical Career Pathways
Recreation Therapist
Duties and Responsibilities:
Recreational therapists plan, direct, and coordinate recreation-based treatment programs for people with disabilities, injuries, or illnesses. These therapists use a variety of modalities, including arts and crafts; drama, music, and dance; sports and games; aquatics; and community outings to help maintain or improve a patient’s physical, social, and emotional well-being.
Salary:
45,890
Education:
Bachelor's degree
Demand for this profession:
Employment of recreational therapists is projected to grow 12 percent from 2014 to 2024, faster than the average for all occupations.
Reflection: Do you think you would like to be one? Why? Why not?
No i do not think i would like to be a recreational therapist. The reason why is because although i do like helping people i just don't see the appeal.
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