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Explore the therapy practice framework including key concepts such as frames of reference and clinical reasoning in relation to the role of the therapy assistant. Explore the basic concepts of teaching and learning and how these concepts assist with the therapeutic process. Learn the fundamental concepts and theory related to posture, body mechanics, and therapeutic positioning. Learn about the importance of infection control, proper limb-handling techniques, and how positioning promotes client safety and comfort and prevents complications.

Explore the fundamental concepts and theory related to range of motion, seating mechanics, mobility aids, ambulation, and lift and transfer. Study the fundamental concepts and theory related to therapeutic assessment tools and joint mobility in relation to the role of the therapy assistant. Learn the fundamental concepts and theory related to therapeutic joint mobility. Learn to work effectively with groups.

Learn the fundamental concepts and theory specifically related to therapeutic exercise and therapeutic modalities such as thermal therapy, cryotherapy, ultrasound therapy, and electrical therapy. Learn about the purpose and precautions for each therapeutic modality in relation the role of the PT assistant in providing therapeutic modality services.

Explore the fundamental concepts and theory specific to occupational therapy that can be applied to various client populations. Take a closer look at the occupational therapy practice framework including key concepts such as frames of reference, clinical reasoning, and activity analysis and how they relate to the occupational therapy process. Learn about assessments, treatment techniques, and procedures used in the delivery of occupational therapy services. Explore group dynamics and intervention strategies, arts and crafts as meaningful occupations, assistive technology, and adaptive equipment, as well as the fundamentals of basic splinting and back-to-work strategies.

Analyze the organizational structure of the tourism industry at local and provincial levels, and investigate employment opportunities in tourism.

Research accommodation options available and basic food-handling principles. Demonstrate satisfactory food service skills and learn to adapt service standards to meet the needs of guests.

Research a variety of travel services. Demonstrate basic travel information and promotion skills, and investigate career opportunities in providing travel information.

Analyze and compare the natural, cultural, and recreational attractions available in Alberta. Develop strategies to maintain the well-being of guests, and investigate employment opportunities in the attractions sector.

Expand your learning through this realistic experience of the roles and responsibilities of a pharmacy technician in a community setting. Under the guidance and supervision of the assigned pharmacist or pharmacy technician, you will be given the opportunity to apply the academic knowledge and practical skills you have acquired during the program. During the practicum experience, you should demonstrate increased confidence and consistency in providing quality service. You will be assigned to a community pharmacy, primarily during daytime hours, for four consecutive weeks (20 days/150 hours). Some evening or weekend shifts may be required by the facility.

Expand your learning through this realistic experience of the roles and responsibilities of a pharmacy technician in an institutional setting. Under the guidance and supervision of the assigned pharmacist or pharmacy technician, you will be given the opportunity to apply the academic knowledge and practical skills you have acquired during the program. During the practicum experience, you should demonstrate increased confidence and consistency in providing quality service. You will be assigned to an institutional pharmacy, primarily during daytime hours, for four consecutive weeks (20 days/150 hours). Some evening or weekend shifts may be required by the facility.

Understand your role as a worker and a citizen. Gain skills that will enable you to communicate more effectively.

Master new skills through this introduction to word processing operations, Internet research, and e-mail. Improve your keyboarding, grammar, and document formatting.

Gain the skills required to make appropriate career choices and to understand employment rights and responsibilities. Develop your resume and practise interview skills necessary for employment opportunities. Complete 15 normed hands-on tasks that are applicable to a variety of work situations. Receive immediate feedback and attempt to exceed your personal best for each task.

Learn the skills necessary to manage your finances, follow a budget, handle cash, and manage your time. Utilize vocabulary appropriate for financial situations and develop mathematical job-related skills.

Increase your knowledge of independent living by exploring topics on health and wellness, food and nutrition, and independent living skills.

Continue to develop your skills in selecting and utilizing coping strategies, conducting appropriate social conversations, and observing social conventions. Improve your understanding of adult roles and responsibilities.

Continue improving your computer skills in keyboarding, computer commands and operations, and editing and formatting documents.

Continue developing work-related skills, and use vocabulary appropriate for specific work environments. Discuss employer expectations and relate appropriate behaviours to these demands. You will have the opportunity to earn special certification such as WHMIS, first aid, and fork-lift training, appropriate to your career goal.

Continue preparing for independent living by confidently handling money, managing time, budgeting finances, using bank services, and further developing mathematical job-related skills.

Continue learning independence skills through discussion and activities in classroom labs, participation in field trips, and health and wellness activities.

Explore the stages of program development, focusing on the key role of recreation therapy personnel in selecting and planning activities that meet client goals. Review program design and basic factors of activity selection. Learn how groups function, and gain valuable information about the various aspects of successful program implementation. Learn how to promote participation in group programs for clients with various needs.

Learn how therapeutic recreation programs and client responses are evaluated to ensure that quality service is provided. Study and practise documentation styles and guidelines for the therapeutic recreation professional in providing client and program-specific information to the health-care team.

Explore the therapeutic recreation assessment process that determines the client intervention plan. Study principles and tools of measurement, the use of valid and reliable assessment tools, and the process of developing agency-specific measurements. Practise leading effective assessment interviews and conducting systematic client observation as a part of the assessment process.

Learn how a recreation therapist systematically designs accountable intervention programs to allow clients to meet specific outcomes. Gain valuable practice in designing a variety of functional intervention, leisure education, and recreation participation programs with measurable and meaningful outcomes for your clients.

Explore and practise facilitation and motivation techniques that are specific to leading two types of therapeutic recreation programs: functional intervention and leisure education interventions. Study these strategies from the perspective of the recreation therapist taking a leadership role in guiding team members to provide a variety of interventions.

Acquire practical experience in the trades environment.