2021 Conference
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Party and Networking
Party is happening virtually on
Tuesday, March 2nd, 2021 from 7-9pm.
Schedule
The PDF version of the schedule has been embedded below. It can be opened in its own window and/or printed. If you use it digitally, it contains links to quickly jump to sessions and activities. You may also simply scroll down this page to find them.
Schedule is subject to change without notice.
Thu 3/4/21 8:30-10:00am MST
1.5 contact hours / 0.15 CEUs
This session is sponsored by
Keynote: Reflecting on the Past and Embracing the Future
Sandra Negley MTRS, CTRS, FDRT
(Same presentation in both rooms)
Synopsis, Learning Outcomes, and Biography
Prize Winner 1:
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Prize Winner 4:
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Thu 3/4/21 10:15-11:15am MST
1 contact hour / 0.1 CEU
Advanced Activities of Daily Living: Implications for Recreational Therapy
Melissa L Zahl, PhD, MTRS, CTRS, FDRT and
Adam Parker, TRS, CTRS
Synopsis, Learning Outcomes, and Biography
Prize Winner:
Suicide Prevention: What RTs need to know
Facing Fear: Understanding OCD and Anxiety Disorders
Erica Yaeger TRS,CTRS
Synopsis, Learning Outcomes, and Biography
Prize Winner:
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Thu 3/4/21 11:30am-12:30pm MST
1 contact hour / 0.1 CEU
Use of Aquatics For Mental Health: A Recreational Therapy Approach
Liliana Klinger, TRS, CTRS and
Morgan Larsen, TRS, CTRS
Synopsis, Learning Outcomes, and Biography
Prize Winner:
Suicide Prevention: The role of RTs in Safety Planning
Connecting Gender Identity and Suicide in Youth: Considerations for Recreational Therapists
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Thu 3/4/21 12:30-1pm MST
Thu 3/4/21 1-1:45pm MST
Lunch and Networking...
...in the Lobby or URTA Members Facebook Group.
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Thu 3/4/21 1:45-2:45pm MST
1 contact hour / 0.1 CEU
Remembering Recreation and Leisure Participation as an RT: Wellness initiatives for the overwhelmed Recreational Therapist
Setting RT Group Expectations Using Experiential Methods
Clara Hawkes, TRS, CTRS; and
Joe Walker, MPA, TRS, CTRS
Synopsis, Learning Outcomes, and Biography
Prize Winner:
Shifting Gears Part 1
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Thu 3/4/21 3:00-4:00pm MST
1 contact hour / 0.1 CEU
Incorporating Nature in your Recreational Therapy Practice
Evidence Based Practice & Comprehensive Program Design
Shifting Gears Part 2
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Thu 3/4/21 4:15-5:15pm MST
1 contact hour / 0.1 CEU
This session is sponsored by the 2021 Silver Sponsor:
Adaptable RT Group-Based Exercise and Physical Movement
Lauren Schriner, MS, CAPE; and
Joe Walker, MPA, TRS, CTRS
Synopsis, Learning Outcomes, and Biography
Prize Winner:
Integrating Light Therapy into Therapeutic Recreation
Learning To Breathe: A Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program for Adolescents
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Fri 3/5/21 7:30-8:15am MST
No contact hours / CEUs offered
10 Things to know about your RT Internship
Visit the Lobby...
...for questions.
...to network with others.
...to bid in the Silent Auction.
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Fri 3/5/21 8:30-10am MST
1.5 contact hours / 0.15 CEUs
This session is sponsored by the 2021 Gold Sponsor:
Keynote: Overcoming Compassion Fatigue and Burnout During COVID-19: Enhancing Professional Quality of Life of Recreation Therapists
Vincent Bonadies, MS, CTRS
(Same presentation in both rooms)
Synopsis, Learning Outcomes, and Biography
Prize Winner 1:
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Prize Winner 4:
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Fri 3/5/21 10:15-11:15am MST
1 contact hour / 0.1 CEU
Healthcare Disparities: How they Manifest in Recreational Therapy
Therapeutic Uses of Robotic and Animatronic Animals for Children with Autism
Rhonda Nelson, Ph.D., MTRS, CTRS, MT-BC, FDRT;
Carleigh Ashnault, RT Student; Savannah Good, RT Student; Drew Goaslind, RT Student; Marisa Zanetti, RT Student
Synopsis, Learning Outcomes, and Biography
Prize Winner:
ACTing Isn't Just for Theater Anymore
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Fri 3/5/21 11:30am-12:30pm MST
1 contact hour / 0.1 CEU
Graduate School for Recreational Therapists: Is it Right for You?
Rhonda Nelson, Ph.D., MTRS, CTRS, MT-BC, FDRT;
Jamie R. Bennett, MS, MTRS, CTRS;
Christina J. Coleman, MEd, MS, MTRS, CTRS;
Mikayla Pardinas, TRS, CTRS; and
Adam Parker TRS, CTRS
Synopsis, Learning Outcomes, and Biography
Prize Winner:
NCTRC Recertification and Areas of Specialization: Continuing Professional Competence
You Can Do it, Put Your ACT Into It
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Fri 3/5/21 12:30-1pm MST
Lunch and Networking...
...in the Lobby or URTA Members Facebook Group.
Fri 3/5/21 1:00-1:45pm MST
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Fri 3/5/21 1:45-2:45pm MST
1 contact hour / 0.1 CEU
Adaptive Music Technologies for People with Upper Extremity Limitations
Rhonda Nelson, Ph.D., MTRS, CTRS, MT-BC, FDRT;
Erica Emery, TRS, CTRS;
Maisie Bryant, RT Student;
Nikita Rogers, RT Student; and
Adrian Portillo, RT Student
Synopsis, Learning Outcomes, and Biography
Prize Winner:
Bibliotherapy as TR intervention for family caregivers of patients diagnosed with dementia
Addictive Patterns - and what that means for me as an RT
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Fri 3/5/21 3:00-4:30pm MST
1.5 contact hours / 0.15 CEUs
This session is sponsored by the 2021 Titanium Sponsor:
Closing Keynote: Lead With Joy: Connect with Your Core to Create an Intentional, Joy-filled Life
Nailah Blades
(Same presentation in both rooms)
Synopsis, Learning Outcomes, and Biography
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Post Conference
12.5 contact hours / 1.25 CEUs total.
It is especially important to complete the Conference Evaluation this year to assure you receive all of your CEUs.
Make sure you get the item(s) you want! Remember, it's for the students ;-)