Stay ConnectedStudy Guide for the Therapeutic Recreation Specialist Certification Examination 6th Edition - eBook
The purpose of this study guide is to assist candidates in preparing for the NCTRC national examination for Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialists. We are excited to tell you that this sixth edition of the Study Guide for the Therapeutic Recreation Specialist Certification Examination has changed significantly from previous editions. This is largely due to two reasons: (a) the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC) has recently updated the Job Analysis, which helps structure the content of the test, and (b) the computerized test has a newer format of a 120-item test. Therefore, we have restructured the Study Guide to align more closely with the most recent NCTRC exam content and format. In addition, we’ve added hundreds of new items formed into warm-up items and four practice tests! While the warm-up items do not, the practice tests reflect the percentages you'll see on the actual exam. In preparing this Study Guide, we had a two fold mission: (a)to provide information that helps candidates reduce test anxiety and maximize test performance and (b) to provide numerous sample questions, similar to those actually found on the exam, that will allow candidates to practice and self-assess their own readiness for the test. Please read the first four chapters carefully and read the material available on NCTRC.org to get the best available and up-to-date information. This Study Guide will help you to identify areas where you need further study to help you pass your NCTRC certification examination!
Contents
About the Authors
Acknowledgments
Disclaimers
SECTION ONE
1 Introduction to the Study Guide
Purpose of the Study Guide
How to Use the Study Guide
2 Details about the NCTRC Exam
Exam Basics
Exam Length
Online Practice Exam
Tutorial
Special Arrangements
About the Actual Test
Exam Content Outline
Test Scoring
3 Strategies for Preparing for and Taking the Test
Preparing for the Test
Taking the Test
Reference
4 Basic Information on the Test Content Outline
Introduction
Professionalism
Professional Relationships
Communication
Educate Others About TR
Advocacy
Competency
Trends
Cultural Competency/Humility
Professional Qualifications
Committee Involvement
Code of Ethics
Standards of Practice
Assessment
Process
Therapeutic Relationship with Clients
Diagnoses
Assessment Tools
Primary Data Collection
Therapeutic Recreation Assessment Tools
Secondary Data Collection
Gather Findings
Applying Results to Care
Needs and Strengths
Goals and Objectives (e.g., Outcomes)
Communicate Results
Planning
Develop Individualized Plan
TR Service Delivery Models
Theories of Practice
Goals and Objectives
Design Programs
Programming Based on Client Needs
Program Logistics
Interventions and Techniques
Activity Modifications
Activity and Task Analysis
Formative Evaluation
Implementation of Programs/Interventions
Develop Programs
Purpose
Implementation Considerations
Facilitation and Leadership
Implementing the Program
Effectiveness and Outcomes
Risk Management
Safety Protocols
Precautions
Evaluation and Documentation
Documenting Client Progress
Progress Notes
Discharge/Transition
Communicate Client Progress
Summative Evaluation
Program and Client Incidents
Incident Reports
Documenting Incidents
Administration
Department Documentation
Service Plan of Operation
Agency Policies
Fiscal Management
Regulations
Personnel
Performance Appraisals
Education and Supervision
Internship Program
Bibliography
SECTION TWO
5 Warm-Up Items
6 Practice Test 1
7 Practice Test 2
8 Practice Test 3
9 Practice Test 4
Test Summaries