On-SIte Program for the 2023 ATRA Annual Conference September 9 - 12, 2023
*Sessions subject to change.
* ALL CEUs have been approved by NCTRC.
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Standards of Practice: Using the SOP Manual for Compliance and Policy Writing
Session Description
The ATRA Standards of Practice are applicable to every setting where Recreational Therapy services are offered. Even if your official title is not Recreational Therapist, the ATRA SOP manual is a valuable tool for the provision of quality RT services. The SOP manual can also be used as an advocacy and compliance tool.
During the session, participants will explore the content of the ATRA Standards of Practice manual. Participants will learn how to apply the standards to their practice and how to develop or revise policies and procedures for their department or program. Participants should bring a copy of the SOP Manual to this session.
Learning Outcomes
1. Verbalize one way the ATRA SOP Manual can be used in their setting
2. Verbalize at least 3 fundamentals of policy and procedure writing
3. Complete a portion of the self-assessment guide using contents from the SOP manual
4. Create a policy using the ATRA SOP Manual
Presentation Track: Select ALL that Apply
Other
Target Audience
Educators/Researchers
Mid-Career Professionals
Seasoned Professionals
Primary Presenter
Heather Bright, PhD, CTRS, Slippery Rock University
Credentials
PhD, CTRS