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Community Recreation Leadership

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DIPLOMA

  • School of Academics, Applied Arts & Tourism
  • Duration: Two Years
  • Start Date: September 2022

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    Locations & Delivery Modes

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    On Campus: All courses in this program will be delivered onsite at a CNA campus or at an approved location. Some courses may have online elements.
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    Blended: Some courses, or parts of courses, in this program will be delivered onsite at a CNA campus or at an approved location, while other courses, or parts of courses, will be delivered online or virtually to students at another location.
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    Online - Asynchronous: Delivered fully online with no scheduled classes, and allows students to learn on their own schedule, in a flexible environment, within a certain time frame.
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    Online Synchronous: Delivered fully online with live, scheduled videoconference classes. The instructor and the students in the course engage with the course content and each other at the same time, from different locations.
    Prince Philip Drive - On Campus delivery

    Description


    An exercise in living fully.

    Today we are seeing an increased focus on personal wellness and the compelling recognition that it is paramount to leading full, satisfying and productive lives. This proactive movement is generating an increased demand for trained professionals in community and therapeutic recreation. These leaders create programs that embrace the diversity of communities, emphasize the importance of cultural connections and bring awareness to the benefits of balanced living.  
     
    If you are interested in pursuing a rewarding career in therapeutic and community recreation, this program not only delivers engaging coursework for a strong academic foundation, it also provides opportunities for practical experience and field placements in hospitals, rehabilitation centres, nursing homes, long-term care facilities, and community and municipal centres. Through this strategic combination you will develop the leadership, communication and problem-solving skills needed to be successful in this dynamic field.
     
    Discover the importance of physical literacy and recreation, and how they promote independence, self-esteem and satisfaction in a person’s life. Learn to apply the recreation and therapeutic processes of planning, implementation, evaluation and assessment to empower others and support their leisure and recreation, assisting them in mastering their own fitness, health and wellness goals. 
     
    In this career, you will contribute to the enhancement of the quality of life that shapes a community. You will have the opportunity to foster the growth for individuals’ social, emotional and physical well-being that contributes to a thriving society encompassing all ages, genders, cultural needs and abilities. Equipped with this program’s exciting coursework, practical experience and field placements, complemented with several health and wellness certifications, you will be ready to dive into this ocean of opportunity and potential.
     
    Take that leap – apply today!
     
    Program Highlights
    • Access to a wide range of recreational pursuits including therapeutic recreation, outdoor recreation, and community-based programming appropriate to the various sectors of the industry
    • Practical skill development
    • Field placements
    • Exposure to health and wellness, therapeutic and community recreation initiatives
     
    Did You Know?
    • Research shows that play is beneficial for social and emotional development. It helps children to learn self-control, emotion-regulation, communication, conflict resolution and much more.[1]
    • Taking part in leisure activities as a family is beneficial for children because adults are modeling healthy ways to handle stress and emotions.
    • When you feel good physically, you are more likely to feel better emotionally.
    • Therapeutic recreation improves an individual’s mood and overall wellbeing.
    • Regular exercise reduces both anxiety and depression – both conditions improve after nine to 10 weeks of regular aerobic activity.[2]
    • Community recreation creates social connections and bonds that lead to strong, healthy and inclusive communities.
     

    [1] (PDF) Benefits of Play for the Social and Emotional Development of Children in Kindergarten (researchgate.net)
    [2] Social & Emotional Benefits of Regular Exercise (healthfully.com)
     
    OBJECTIVES
    1. To provide students with training in various recreational pursuits including therapeutic recreation, outdoor recreation, and community-based programming appropriate to the province.
    2. To provide students with training in program planning and administration in the use and management of recreational facilities.
    3. To foster students' appreciation of the nature of community life, including geographic structure, economic and social factors, and government controls.
    4. To foster students' appreciation of the various groups within a community and their particular recreational needs (including children, youth, adults and older adults).
    5. To provide students with leadership training to enable them to:
    • Exercise initiative in the development of leisure time activities.
    • Recognize and help strengthen established community activities.
    • Organize and stimulate growth at the community level.

    CURRICULUM
    1. General Education: Communications (oral and written), social sciences, psychology, accounting and computers.
    2. Specific Recreational Activities: Outdoor: cross-country skiing, camping, canoeing, hiking, dryland/aquatic fitness, creative activities, and physical activity programming.
    3. Technical Training: Problem solving, supervision and administration of recreation programs, community recreational development for all age groups, and facility development and maintenance.
    4. Field Work: Supervised field work experience is scheduled in BLOCK FORM for each semester. The schedule for the winter semesters may coincide with the Reading Break.

    FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES
    The graduate is awarded a Diploma in Community Recreation Leadership certifying successful completion of two years of post-secondary education combining theoretical knowledge and practical training. Graduates may obtain employment as program directors and supervisors, facility supervisors with agencies such as community centers, municipal recreational agencies, youth agencies and agencies providing therapeutic and rehabilitation services.
     
    Note:
    Graduates of the Community Recreation Leadership program wishing to pursue further studies in recreation may receive course credits or exemptions from universities such as:
    • Acadia University
    • Dalhousie University
    • Memorial University
    • Concordia University
    • University of New Brunswick
    • Lakehead University
    • University of Ottawa
     
    ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS

    1.  High School
    Provincial High School Graduation Certificate with a 60% average in nine level 3000 credits or equivalent
    2. Comprehensive Arts and Science (CAS) Transition
    Comprehensive Arts and Science Transition Certificate
    3. Adult Basic Education (ABE)
    Adult Basic Education (Level III) Graduation with General College Profile (or Business-Related College Profile or Degree and Technical Profile) with an average pass mark of 60%
    4. Mature Student Requirements
    Applicants who do not meet the education prerequisites for this program, are 19 years at the time of application and out of school for at least one year may be considered on an individual basis under the Mature Student Requirements; for more information regarding the Mature Student Requirements please refer to Procedure AC-102-PR Admission.
    5. International Applicants – English Proficiency
    All international applicants must meet the College’s English language proficiency requirements for acceptance into regular programs. The College will accept these recognized tests of English language proficiency (TOEFL paper based 550, TOEFL Internet based 79, TOEFL computer based 213 or equivalent, IELTS Academic Test overall band score of 6.0, or Pearson PTE 53 or greater, etc.).
    If a language proficiency test other than those referenced above was used, applicants can forward for assessment.
    If an international applicant has attended an educational institution (high school or post-secondary) for a period of three years or more where the official language of instruction was English, the English language proficiency test will not be required.
    Note: Some programs may require specific English language requirements and proficiency scores that differ from those stated above; therefore international applicants are advised to please refer to the specific program admission requirements as identified in the College Calendar.
     
    Entrance Requirements - Additional Documentation Required:
    The Entrance Requirements - Additional Documentation Form identifies specific documentation that students are required to provide prior to online registration for the Community Recreation Leadership Program. You will receive this form as part of your acceptance package and it must be completed, signed and returned prior to online registration. 

    1) Section A: A clear Criminal Record Screening Certificate (Certificate of Conduct) with applications obtainable through the RNC, or a clear Criminal Record Check with applications obtainable through the RCMP. A Vulnerable Sector Check is also required.
    Students must present a copy of a Vulnerable Sector Check along with a clear Criminal Record Screening Certificate (Certificate of Conduct) or a clear Criminal Record Check. These documents must be dated no more than three months prior to the first scheduled day of classes for the program. This documentation is required in order to be accepted into the program.
    2) Section B: First Aid and Basic Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate (CPR)
    Students must possess a valid First Aid Certificate and basic Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate (CPR), valid until the end of each semester.
    3) Section C and Section F:  Immunization Record and Immunization Requirements Form

    A Record of Immunization is required. Please also be aware that the Immunization Requirements Form is a separate form, located in Section F on page 4 of the Entrance Requirements - Additional Documentation Form.

    Please Note: 
    (i) Copies of the required Criminal Record Screening Certificate (Certificate of Conduct) or the Criminal Record Check, along with the Vulnerable Sector Check, First Aid, CPR, Immunization Record and separate Immunization Requirements Form are to be submitted prior to online registration; otherwise, students will not be able to attend class.
    (ii) After enrolment, additional documentation may be required by organizations for field placements and volunteer activities.
    (iii) Due to the physical nature of many of the courses offered throughout the two-year program, students are expected to be in good physical condition and demonstrate the ability to take part in intense physical activities in an indoor and outdoor setting.
    (iv) Due to the outdoor components in the RS1250
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    courses, students are required to have appropriate equipment and the clothing necessary to successfully complete these courses (e.g. sleeping bag, back pack, rain gear - pants and jacket, winter clothing - jacket/ pants/ gloves/ hat/ boots, and other clothing/ equipment appropriate for outdoor recreation activities and overnight camping).

    Courses


    CODE TITLE Hrs/wk
    Semester 1 Cr Le La
    CM1100
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    Writing Essentials 3 3 1
    FH1200
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    Principles of Physical Fitness 3 3 0
    FW1710
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    Supervised Field Placement Experience I* 5 11 wks 4 wks
      *4 wks of placement; 2 hrs lecture per week in remaining 11 weeks   (2 hrs/wk) (35 hrs/wk)
    MC1150
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    Productivity Tools 4 3 2
    RS1100
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    Introduction to Community Recreation Leadership 3 3 0
    RS1280
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    Program Planning 2 2 1
    RS1450
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    Introduction to Therapeutic Recreation 3 2 3
             
    Semester 2 Cr Le La
    AC1100
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    Bookkeeping I 4 3 2
    CM2100
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    Workplace Correspondence 3 3 0
    FW1711
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    Supervised Field Placement Experience II* 5 11 wks 4 wks
      *4 wks of placement; 2 hrs lecture per week in remaining 11 weeks   (2 hrs/wk) (35 hrs/wk)
    PS2340
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    Organizational Behaviour 4 4 0
    RS1230
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    Creative Activities 3 2 2
    RS1250
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    Recreation Activities I 3 2 2
             
    Semester 3 (Intersession) Cr Le La
    FH1230
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    Physical Activity Programming for Older Adults 3 4 4
    RS1370
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    Recreation Activities II 3 4 6
    Intersession hours are actual and will not be adjusted.  
             
    Semester 4 Cr Le La
    CM2300
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    Report Writing 2 2 0
    FW2710
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    Supervised Field Placement Experience III* 5 11 wks 4 wks
      *4 wks of placement; 2 hrs lecture per week in remaining 11 weeks   (2 hrs/wk) (35 hrs/wk)
    HN1200
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    Human Resource Management 3 3 1
    RS1240
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    Recreation Activities III 3 2 2
    RS1320
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    Recreation Administration 3 3 1
    RS1400
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    Community Agencies 3 3 0
    RS1440
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    Recreation Facilities 3 3 1
             
    Semester 5 Cr Le La
    CM2200
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    Oral Communications 2 2 0
    FW2711
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    Supervised Field Placement Experience IV* 5 11 wks 4 wks
      *4 wks of placement; 2 hrs lecture per week in remaining 11 weeks   (2 hrs/wk) (35 hrs/wk)
    MN1410
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    Special Events Management 4 3 3
    MR2110
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    Marketing Methods 3 3 0
    RS1460
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    Recreation Programming for the Older Adult 3 2 3
    RS1520
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    Risk Management and Legal Liability 3 3 0
    RS1530
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    Principles and Procedures of Therapeutic Recreation 3 3 0
             

    Hours per week may vary to accommodate supervised fieldwork experience schedule.

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