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  1. In what year was the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC) established?

    Answer: 1981

    NCTRC was established in 1981 to provide a national credentialing program for therapeutic recreation specialists.

  2. What does the acronym CTRS stand for in therapeutic recreation?

    Answer: Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

    CTRS stands for Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, the credential awarded by NCTRC.

  3. Which federal law significantly expanded rights and accessibility for people with disabilities, directly impacting therapeutic recreation settings?

    Answer: Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990

    The ADA of 1990 prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in all areas of public life, including recreation programs.

  4. Which model of therapeutic recreation places the client at the center and emphasizes client self-determination and decision-making?

    Answer: Self-Determination and Enjoyment Enhancement Model

    The Self-Determination and Enjoyment Enhancement Model, developed by Dattilo and Kleiber, emphasizes client choice and intrinsic motivation.

  5. What is the primary purpose of a leisure education component in a therapeutic recreation program?

    Answer: To help clients develop leisure knowledge, skills, and attitudes for independent leisure participation

    Leisure education focuses on helping clients gain the awareness, skills, and resources needed to engage independently in leisure activities.

  6. The 'therapeutic recreation process' follows which sequential framework similar to other healthcare disciplines?

    Answer: Assessment, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation (APIE)

    The APIE process—Assessment, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation—is the foundational practice framework used by CTRSs.

  7. Which professional organization publishes the Therapeutic Recreation Journal (TRJ)?

    Answer: National Therapeutic Recreation Society (NTRS)

    The Therapeutic Recreation Journal is published by the National Therapeutic Recreation Society (NTRS), a branch of NRPA.

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