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Recreational Therapy Professional Disclosure

The University of Utah discloses below whether the Recreational Therapy program will fulfill state/territory educational requirements for professional licensure and/or certification. Some state licensing boards require additional requirements beyond education, which may include (but are not limited to): additional post-graduation examinations or experience, application and licensing fees, criminal background checks, reference checks, fingerprint submissions, etc. Continuing education may also be required for maintenance of certification/licensure. Make sure you understand and review any additional requirements prior to enrolling in the Recreational Therapy program.

State licensing requirements are always subject to change at the discretion of the state licensing board. The University will routinely update this page, but we strongly recommend you inquire with the applicable state board to confirm your eligibility for licensure prior to enrolling in the Recreational Therapy program. For any questions regarding licensure, please contact the state/territory agency directly.

Licensing requirements vary by state/territory and relocating could impact whether you will meet eligibility requirements for licensure. For any questions about relocation eligibility, contact the agency where you desire licensure before relocating to ensure that you will be eligible for licensure or reciprocity.

Carefully review the educational prerequisites for your intended state/territory of licensure and whether our program meets those requirements for licensure. Use the agency contact information provided below to clarify or confirm any requirements.

If questions remain after reviewing the information provided below, contact your program advisor. While the University can provide initial guidance, it is ultimately your responsibility to continually check with the state/territory where you intend to seek licensure to confirm all licensing/certification requirements.

If a state or territory is not listed below, this means that the University of Utah has not yet determined if this program meets educational requirements for licensure in that state or territory. Please email stateauthorization@utah.edu to learn more.

The University of Utah's Recreational Therapy program offers the following degrees:

  • Bachelor of Science (BS) in Recreational Therapy
  • Master of Science (MS) in Recreational Therapy

The information below currently applies to all University of Utah Recreational Therapy degrees.


Find a State or Territory:

The University of Utah's Recreational Therapy program meets state/territory educational requirements* for professional licensure or certification in the following states/territories as of the most recently listed date:

* Additional requirements beyond education may include (but are not limited to) post-graduation examinations or experience, application and licensing/permit fees, criminal background checks, reference checks, fingerprint submissions, fitness for duty requirements, etc. Continuing education may also be required for maintenance of licensure/certification.

Utah

Determination:
Meets

Regulated Profession:
Therapeutic Recreational Specialist/Master Therapeutic Recreational Specialist

UT Agency Website

Last updated 10/11/23

New Hampshire

Determination:
Meets

Regulated Profession:
Recreational Therapist

NH Agency Website

Last updated 10/11/23

New Jersey

Determination:
Meets

Regulated Profession:
Recreation Therapist

NJ Agency Website

Last updated 10/11/23

North Carolina

Determination:
Meets

Regulated Profession:
Licensed Recreational Therapist

NC Agency Website

Last updated 10/11/23

Oklahoma

Determination:
Meets

Regulated Profession:
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

OK Agency Website

Last updated 10/11/23

Washington

Determination:
Meets

Regulated Profession:
Recreational Therapist

WA Agency Website

Last updated 10/11/23

District of Columbia

Determination:
Meets

Regulated Profession:
Recreational Therapist

DC AGENCY WEBSITE

Last updated 10/11/23

 
 
 
 

The following states/territories do not regulate Recreational Therapy licensure/certification:

California*

Determination:
no regulation

State licensure is not required to practice in California. Optional state-level registration is available at the link below.

CA WEBSITE

Last updated 10/11/23

Alabama

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

Alaska

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

Arizona

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

Arkansas

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

Colorado

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

Connecticut

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

Delaware

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

Florida

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

Georgia

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

Hawaii

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

Idaho

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

Illinois

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

Indiana

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

Iowa

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

Kansas

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

Kentucky

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

Louisiana

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

Maine

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

Maryland

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

Massachusetts

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

Michigan

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

Minnesota

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

Mississippi

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

Missouri

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

Montana

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

Nebraska

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

Nevada

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

New Mexico

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

New York

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

North Dakota

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

Ohio

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

Oregon

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

Pennsylvania

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

Rhode Island

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

South Carolina

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

South Dakota

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

Tennessee

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

Texas

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

Vermont

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

Virginia

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

West Virginia

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

Wisconsin

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

Wyoming

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

American Samoa

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

Guam

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

Northern Mariana Islands

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

Puerto Rico

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

U.S. Virgin Islands

Determination:
no regulation

Last updated 10/11/23

Federated States of Micronesia

Determination:
no regulation

 

FSM Agency Website

Last updated 10/11/23

Republic of Palau

Determination:
no regulation

 

PW Agency Website

Last updated 10/11/23

Republic of the Marshall Islands

Determination:
no regulation

 

RMI Agency Website

Last updated 10/11/23

Resources

National Association

The University of Utah Recreational Therapy program is a member of the American Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA).

NCTRC Exam

The National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification offers The Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist® (CTRS) credential. The CTRS is the unifying credential for recreational therapists throughout the United States.

Program Page

The most up-to-date information about the University of Utah's Recreational Therapy program will be the program webpage.

ATRA State Licensing Links

ATRA has created a list of states that require licensure for Recreational Therapy practitioners.

Resources

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Last Updated: 7/1/24