Learn Recreational Therapy from Industry Experts

The Australian Recreational Therapy Association is a client-centred practice and recognises that leisure and recreational experiences are the right of all individuals of all ages.

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Workshops

In fulfilling its Mission, Vision and Purpose, ARTA considers education and training opportunities to be of the highest importance.

Conferences

Embrace the variety of philosophies, ideas and concepts presented.

Recognition

Assuring eligibility for successful graduates to apply for Full Membership of ARTA as a Recreational Therapist.

RTOs

Recognition of their Cert IV or Diploma Leisure and Health courses.

Recreational therapy practitioners work with people of all ages and abilities to design and facilitate leisure and recreation programmes. Activities are designed to support, challenge and enhance individuals' psychological, spiritual, social, emotional and physical wellbeing.

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One of the primary roles of a professional association is to ensure that practicing professionals are continually updating knowledge and skills to ensure that their practice is embracing current trends.

Tracey Beck and Dr Tien K Khoo

"Recreational Therapists often play a significant role in healthcare - the practice unifies various allied health themes with a focus on humanistic application to benefit the client. There is a huge potential in Recreational Therapy as a discipline both locally and abroad. I hope the profession continues to grow and establish itself as a significant allied health profession with further evidence-based practice. Often, a strong foundation in principles, practice and dynamic research activities can help form pillars of the profession. I believe much of this is already seen from the interest and activities illustrated in the recent conference."