PRPS Learning Network Therapeutic Recreation

09/24/2026

You still have a chance to submit a session proposal for the 2027 virtual Therapeutic Recreation Institute (TRI). The deadline has been extended to Wednesday, September 30.

The TRI will build on the success of the past years' virtual institutes as an engaging professional development opportunity. We seek presenters and proposals that share new techniques, the latest research, and innovative programming in Therapeutic Recreation. It will be held January 15, 2027 through February 5, 2027. All sessions are presented live on Zoom and recorded for future viewing.

Session length: 1 hour 30 minutes - 75 minutes for instruction, 15 minutes for Q&A. Presentation topics can include, but are not limited to:

➡ Professional development and leadership
➡ Therapeutic programming
➡ Mind-body connections such as yoga, tai chi, mindfulness
➡ Treatment interventions & strategies
➡ Recreation therapy competencies
➡ Research & outcomes measurement
➡ Access to & advocacy of the profession
➡ Evidence-based practice & outcomes
➡ Healthy lifestyles
➡ Assessment tools and activities
➡ Social network building and social support
➡ Environmental design and modification
➡ CTRS specialty certification areas
➡ Innovative techniques and activities
➡ Identifying and developing community resources
➡ Nature-based interventions

Submit your proposal here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/27TRI

06/30/2026

Last chance for the recordings today!

Therapeutic Recreation Institute (TRI) Session Recordings are available until June 30. All sessions approved for 15.5 NCTRC Credit Hours. Sessions are available for everyone!

Time is running out to get your Therapeutic Recreation Institute (TRI) Session Recordings. The 2026 TRI program featured a variety of engaging sessions designed to enhance your skills and expand your understanding of holistic approaches in the field. If you missed the TRI and still need credits, you can purchase the session recordings. They are only available until June 30, 2026.

Here are the recorded sessions:

🔵Exploring the Therapeutic Impact of Mindfulness and Meditation in Inpatient Psychiatric Care
⚫️Building Resilience: Addressing Climate Emotions Through Nature
🔴NCTRC Recertification and Specialization Area Designation: Continuing Professional Competence
⚪️Nature Therapy Through the Five Senses
🔵Building Bridges: Partnering with Families for Successful Disability Inclusion
🔴Personal Healing through Mindfulness and Yoga
⚫️Unique One to One Activities and their Implications
⚪️Dementia Care Communication with Validation

Register here:
https://prps.imiscloud.com/myprps/Events_List.aspx

06/11/2026

Therapeutic Recreation Institute (TRI) Session Recordings are available until June 30. All sessions approved for 15.5 NCTRC Credit Hours. Sessions are available for everyone!

Time is running out to get your Therapeutic Recreation Institute (TRI) Session Recordings. The 2026 TRI program featured a variety of engaging sessions designed to enhance your skills and expand your understanding of holistic approaches in the field. If you missed the TRI and still need credits, you can purchase the session recordings. They are only available until June 30, 2026.

Here are the recorded sessions:

🔵Exploring the Therapeutic Impact of Mindfulness and Meditation in Inpatient Psychiatric Care
⚫️Building Resilience: Addressing Climate Emotions Through Nature
🔴NCTRC Recertification and Specialization Area Designation: Continuing Professional Competence
⚪️Nature Therapy Through the Five Senses
🔵Building Bridges: Partnering with Families for Successful Disability Inclusion
🔴Personal Healing through Mindfulness and Yoga
⚫️Unique One to One Activities and their Implications
⚪️Dementia Care Communication with Validation

Register here:
https://prps.imiscloud.com/myprps/Events_List.aspx

04/30/2026

Still need NCTRC or CEU credits? Did you know that the recorded sessions are available until June 30, 2026! Register now: prps.org/events

The 2026 Therapeutic Recreation Institute (TRI) program featured a variety of engaging sessions designed to enhance your skills and expand your understanding of holistic approaches in the field. The fee covers unlimited viewing of all recordings, CEU and NCTRC credits, and access to session recordings through June 30, 2026.

Register here for the sessions: https://prps.imiscloud.com/myprps/Events_List.aspx

04/06/2026

PRPS Members: Therapeutic Recreation Learning Network
April 8 from 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Learning Networks provide a structure for members to engage with others of similar interests and expertise in training and social networking opportunities. They are designed to span a variety of competencies needed to excel in the field, and can be adapted to accommodate new trends and issues as needed.

Register: https://prps.org/events/2025/26ln-tr2

04/03/2026

The 2026 Therapeutic Recreation Institute (TRI) program featured a variety of engaging sessions designed to enhance your skills and expand your understanding of holistic approaches in the field. The fee covers unlimited viewing of all recordings, CEU and NCTRC credits, and access to session recordings through June 30, 2026.

Register here for the sessions: https://prps.imiscloud.com/myprps/Events_List.aspx

03/31/2026

Temple University's 2026 Recreational Therapy Evidence-Based Practice Conference is open!

Early bird registration closes on April 1. The virtual conference runs Wed., April 29 through Wed., May 13 (you can watch the sessions on your own time). There is also a one day in-person conference on Fri., April 24.

Learn more and register:

RT EBP Conference Registration Registration is Open! Virtual Conference Registration Rates RT Students: $5.00 (early bird through 4/1/26)/$10.00 (after early bird) RT Faculty Members: $25.00 (early bird through 4/1/26)/$35.00 (after early bird) RT Practitioners/Others: $75.00 (early bird through 4/1...

01/22/2026

The 2026 Therapeutic Recreation Virtual Institute is still live until the end of January (Jan. 30th). Take advantage of the great sessions upcoming and earn your NCTRC Credit Hours. Can't make the live sessions? All sessions are recorded and will be available through June 30, 2026!

Full TRI (all sessions) - $175 PRPS Member/$225 Non-Member/$100 Retired or Full-Time Student
Individual Sessions (any session of your choice) - $30 PRPS Member/$45 Non-Member
Register here: https://prps.org/events/2025/26tri