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NCTRC e-News
National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification
Protecting and Promoting Since 1981
January/February 2025
National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification® (NCTRC) is the premier credentialing organization for the profession of Therapeutic Recreation. NCTRC e-News contains announcements and other important information.
NCTRC Certification Exam
NCTRC Certification Exam 2025 Delivery Window: January 6, 2025 through November 30, 2025.
Learn more about the NCTRC Certification Exam
Want more information? Watch this video tutorial: NCTRC Certification Exam Registration Process
CTRS Renewal Reminders
NCTRC knows how hard you worked to obtain the CTRS credential. Continue your professional journey by renewing your CTRS certification. Go to MY NCTRC LOGIN to submit the online application and fees for any of the services below.
- Annual Maintenance
- CTRS Recertification
- CTRS Specialization Area Designation
- CTRS Reentry
Learn more about CTRS Renewal Services
NCTRC Pre-approved Continuing Education
NCTRC wants to support CTRSs, recreational therapists, activity professionals, and practitioners from a variety of professions in their search for continuing education opportunities that align with the current NCTRC Job Analysis. NCTRC has been asked to share the following pre-approved continuing education session content:
- Root in Nature Inc.
Advancing Skills in Therapeutic Horticulture & Intro to Therapeutic Horticulture
Stay informed! Watch for NCTRC e-Blasts and check out the NCTRC Continuing Education Online Event Calendar to stay up-to-date on pre-approved continuing education requests received by NCTRC.
Election Results – NCTRC Welcomes New Board Members
As a result of the NCTRC Board of Directors election that took place online from November 1 to November 30, 2024, NCTRC is pleased to announce the addition of the following newly elected Board members:
- Ann E. Dolloff, M.Ed., CTRS (Educator, Pennsylvania)
- Donna Lozano, MEd, CTRS, FDRT (Practitioner/Internship Coordinator, Colorado)
- Holly Marie Potoeski-Daddario, MS, CTRS (Practitioner/Program Coordinator, Pennsylvania)
These individuals will serve a 3-year term from June 2025 – April 2028 and will each bring a unique perspective to Board deliberations. We appreciate the willingness of these certificants to share their knowledge and expertise with the organization.
NCTRC Research Grant Program
NCTRC is proud to offer this program which seeks to open new doors for current RT practitioners as well as those pursuing careers in the field.
Announcement: NCTRC Funded Research Project
Read about the research project that was funded from the October 2024 submission window.
Funded Research Projects - Final Reports Posted Online
Access the list of funded research projects and read final reports from various projects.
Upcoming Research Grant Submission Deadline – March 15, 2025
Review and download the NCTRC Research Grant Application.
Digital Badges – Spotlight on Skills
Recreational therapists, activity professionals, and practitioners from a variety of professions can learn in confidence knowing that NCTRC has pre-approved continuing education session content that is transformed into verifiable digital badges associated with NCTRC approved micro-credentials. Go to the NCTRC Digital Badges page to learn more.
Have you earned a digital badge associated with an NCTRC approved micro-credential? NCTRC issues digital badges to earners who have completed the required continuing education and apply to NCTRC to claim the associated digital badge. Go to your MY NCTRC LOGIN and apply for the associated digital badge today! If you do not have an NCTRC account, please email nctrc@nctrc.org.
Get recognized! Use NCTRC digital badges to broadcast your achievement to colleagues, employers, and recruiters and further enhance your professional profile! Learn more.
NCTRC YouTube Videos & Tutorials
Find a variety of educational and information videos pertaining to NCTRC, professional certification, and the CTRS credential.
Resources on the NCTRC Website
NCTRC offers publications, forms, and various resources pertaining to the NCTRC credentialing program. Please visit NCTRC.org to view the most up-to-date documents and information.
Go further with an NCTRC Scholarship.
An NCTRC Scholarship recognizes the achievements of those who seek to advance their knowledge and professional competency to improve the quality of recreational therapy services.
Recertify and Reinvest in Yourself.
NCTRC knows how hard you worked to obtain the CTRS credential. Continue your professional journey by renewing your CTRS certification.
If you require additional information or have questions, please contact NCTRC at 845-639-1439 or nctrc@nctrc.org.
Thank you for your continued support of NCTRC and the CTRS® credential!
