Learn how to deliver client-centered care in a variety of Therapeutic Recreation settings during this two-year diploma. You will explore the impact of recreation and leisure on individual wellness and how to enhance your clients’ quality of life through leisure activities. Through a combination of classroom and hands-on learning, you will learn how to use recreation, leisure, and play to help individuals maintain optimal health and well-being. On-the-job learning provides a unique opportunity for students to practice the skills they developed in the classroom and labs in real-world situations. This experience allows students to improve their confidence, problem solving skills, and ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team. It also gives students valuable experience they can include on their resume and cover letter.
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
January 2027
NorQuest College
10215 108 Street NW,
EDMONTON,
Alberta (AB),
T5J 1L6, Prairie Provinces, Canada
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
September 2026
NorQuest College
10215 108 Street NW,
EDMONTON,
Alberta (AB),
T5J 1L6, Prairie Provinces, Canada
Academic requirements
Language Arts – this requirement can be met with any of the following, or an equivalent course
50% in English Language Arts 30-1
70% in English Language Arts 30-2
50% in ESLG 1860
70% in ESLG 1898
Biology – this requirement can be met with the following, or an equivalent course
50% in Biology 30
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Academic Assessment - Applicants who have submitted an application may be able to meet their academic requirements with a free assessment. Click here for more details or email student.
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Graduates of NorQuest Colleges Medical Office Assistant and Hospital Unit Clerk programs will be considered as having met the academic requirements. Graduates of equivalent programs from other post-secondary institutions may also be recgonized.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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