In-Person Certificates from the 2023 URTA Annual Conference are now available in your individual CEU Drives! 

To access your certificate: click membership a the top of this page, click 2023 directory, click your name which will take you to your drive. Please remember you can only access your drive with the Gmail email provided at registration. 

Please email admin@utahrectherapy.org to dispute any credits or with any questions.

There is still time to Register for our 2024 URTA Annual Conference! The theme this year is "Ignite your Passion, Expand your Impact."

In person conference will be held Thursday and Friday March 28th-29th, 2024 at the Utah Valley Convention Center.

Last Chance Conference Rates are as follows: (Student rates do not change)

2 Day Professional $440

1 Day Professional $340

2 Day Student $145

1 Day Student $95

All Registrations include 2024 URTA Membership, 2 hour suicide prevention training (fulfilling requirement needed for license renewal), and networking. 

We can't wait to see you in person and have another awesome conference this year!

Click HERE for more conference details and to submit registration.

It’s that time of year again! Conference is around the corner, and we are looking for presenters to help facilitate educational and uplifting experiences focused around Therapeutic Recreation as we move into the future with our profession. Please submit your presentations and handouts early enough so we can plan an effective conference.

This year we have also included a Call for Presenters Submissions Outline to help you gather the necessary information BEFORE submitting the official form. 

As always, we appreciate your quick submission of your presentation(s) and handouts. This gives us time to review and approve your presentation, and/or handouts, then input the information into the conference packet. Overall, it helps us plan an effective conference that contains useful information for URTA Members and the profession. The conference committee will notify if the presentation submission has been approved.

Click HERE to for more detailed information and to submit a Call for Presenters. 

The University of Utah and URTA present the "Best Practice" Internship Workshop on Friday, November 17th, 2023 from 12:30pm-4:00pm.This workshop will introduce the "Best Practice" program and teach the framework for the development of an internship program that provides "best practice."

OUTCOMES

• Assist recreational therapists in the initial development of their internship program.

• Discuss the requirements for internship supervisors, students, and universities.

• Increase competency in the clinical supervision of internship

BENEFITS

• Listed as a preferred internship site at the University of Utah.

• Assurance of the State of Utah Recreational Therapy Practice Act compliance

• Increase adherence to the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC) National Job Analysis requirements.

• Improvement of overall internship experience

Rates are $60 for members and $65 for nonmembers. Cost includes materials, parking, lunch and 3.5 CEU's. 

Deadline to register is Friday Nov 10th, 2023. 

Click HERE for more information and to register. 

Registration is now open! 

Join us for the URTA Light The Sky Fundraising Gala: Monday October 9, 2023 from 6:30pm-9:00pm at the Siempre Event Center 1283 E Mike Weir Dr, Draper, UT 84020. This is a formal gala special event with horedorves, grab bags, dancing, raffle, games, and opportunities to help the Utah Recreation Therapy Association raise funds for their continued legislative efforts regarding licensure.

Tickets are $40 per person

Learn more about this special event and registration for the URTA Light The Sky Fundraising Gala HERE.

Registration is now open! 

Join us for the URTA Retreat in Southern Utah! The CEU Workshop "Resilience Through Rock Climbing" will take place Saturday September 23rd, 2023 from 9:00am-1:00pm.

Camping  at a group site in Snow Canyon state park is included with registration the night previous Friday September 22nd, 2023.

Rates: $50 for Members and $60 for Nonmembers

Learn more about this awesome workshop and registration for the URTA Retreat in Southern Utah: Resilience Through Rock Climbing by clicking HERE.

Registration is now open! 

Introducing  the URTA Conference Monthly Payment Plan for the 2024 URTA Conference, offered to anyone who’s facility doesn’t pay or for those who struggle coming up with the money all at once. 

The payment plan will have an Initial fee of $50.00 for the first month and $45.00 every month after through February. Payments will be due by 1st of each month starting with July 1st being the first payment. You will automatically be locked in to the early bird pricing! Registration closes June 30th. No applications will be accepted after that date.

We hope this will help and make it possible for everyone to continue to attend conference to mingle, network and feel validated all while getting CEU’s needed.

Learn more and register for the Conference Monthly Payment Plan HERE.

It’s that time of year again. Conference is right around the corner and your opportunity to be a part of furthering Recreational Therapy in Utah is here! 

We are looking for presenters to help facilitate educational and uplifting experiences focused around Therapeutic Recreation as we move into the future with our profession.

Conference is back to in person this year! Please review the Call for Presenters form for more information regarding room set up, equipment needed, etc.

As always and especially this year, we appreciate your quick submission of your presentation(s) and handouts as early as you can. This gives us time to review your recording, presentation, and/or handouts, then input the information into the conference packet. Overall, it helps us plan an effective conference that contains useful information for URTA Members and the profession. The conference committee will notify if the presentation submission has been approved.

Click HERE to submit Call for Presenters. 

The Utah Recreation Therapy Association (URTA) and Therapeutic Recreation Foundation (TRF), are non-profit organizations with the missions of promoting the professional development of recreation therapy in the State of Utah. The annual Conference is March 30th-31st, 2023. It will be a two-day event for recreational therapists and other professionals to earn CEUs and network. 

URTA is currently looking for individuals and organizations that would be interested in sponsorship/advertisement opportunities. With an average of 400+ attendees, this conference is a great opportunity that offers good exposure for your organization. There are many options you have for this event and any of them would benefit you by getting your name out there.

Applications and payment for Sponsorship are due by Sunday, January 29th, 2023. Materials from Sponsors are due by Friday, February 3rd, 2023.

Applicants will be contacted by January 31st, 2023 at the latest.

Click HERE for sponsorship rates, details,  and to apply. 

Last Chance Registration for our 2023 URTA Annual Conference is still available! The theme this year is "Intentionally 2023." 

In person conference will be held Thursday and Friday March 30th-31st, 2023 at the Davis Conference Center.

Last Chance Conference Rates are as follows: (Student rates do not change)

2 Day Professional $425

1 Day Professional $325

2 Day Student $135

1 Day Student $85

All Registrations include 2023 URTA Membership, opportunity to attend 2 hour suicide prevention training available Thursday (fulfilling requirement needed for license renewal), and networking. 

We can't wait to see you in person and have another awesome conference this year!

Click HERE for more conference details and to submit registration.

Certificates from the 2022 URTA Annual Conference are now available in your individual CEU Drives! 

To access your certificate: click membership a the top of this page, click 2022 directory, click your name which will take you to your drive. Please remember you can only access your drive with the Gmail email provided at registration. 

Please email admin@utahrectherapy.org to dispute any credits or with any questions.

This year students will have the opportunity to apply for a scholarship to attend conference.  This scholarship is available to undergraduate recreational therapy students from the University of Utah and Brigham Young University- Idaho. The scholarship includes conference registration, one-year membership to URTA, two meals each day (continental breakfast, lunch, and a snack at the conference party), and opportunities for networking. 

This is a “working scholarship”. Students will assist in implementing the Utah Recreation Therapy Association 2023 Conference on March 30-31, 2023. Responsibilities may include introducing speakers, punching CEU sheets, monitoring the silent auction, and assisting with registration. Students will be expected to assist with one full day of conference and can attend the second day without scholarship responsibilities. 

DEADLINE: Student Scholarship Applications need to be emailed to utahrectherapy@gmail.com by Wednesday, January 25th, 2023 with all attachments.

Click HERE for more information and application instructions. 

It’s that time of year again. Conference is right around the corner and your opportunity to be a part of furthering Recreational Therapy in Utah is here! 

We are looking for presenters to help facilitate educational and uplifting experiences focused around Therapeutic Recreation as we move into the future with our profession.

Conference is back to in person this year! Please review the Call for Presenters form for more information regarding room set up, equipment provided, etc.

As always and especially this year, we appreciate your quick submission of your presentation(s) and handouts as early as you can. This gives us time to review your recording, presentation, and/or handouts, then input the information into the conference packet. Overall, it helps us plan an effective conference that contains useful information for URTA Members and the profession. The conference committee will notify if the presentation submission has been approved.

Click HERE to for more detailed information and to submit a Call for Presenters. 

Early Bird Registration for our 2023 URTA Annual Conference is now open! The theme this year is "Intentionally 2023." Take advantage of the lowest price offered starting today 11/02/22 and ending 1/6/23 (that's a longer time for early bird savings). 

In person conference will be held Thursday and Friday March 30th-31st, 2023 at the Davis Conference Center.

Early Bird Conference Rates are as follows: (Student rates do not change)

2 Day Professional $350

1 Day Professional $275

2 Day Student $135

1 Day Student $85

All Registrations include 2023 URTA Membership, opportunity to attend 2 hour suicide prevention training available Thursday (fulfilling requirement needed for license renewal), and networking. 

We can't wait to see you in person and have another awesome conference this year!

Click HERE for more conference details and to submit registration.

Join us in our continuous legislative fundraising efforts for a deliciously fun cookie decorating kit fundraiser! Invite your friends, family, neighbors, coworkers to participate in the fun and place an order!

The 12 cookie DIY decorating kit from @thesugarhousebakery is perfect for your Halloween weekend or a fun intervention with your clients! 

Kits are $25 and include 12 cookies, 6 bags of frosting, sprinkles, and decorative tools. We will be accepting orders starting September 20th through October 19th. Payments must be completed by October 19th to ensure cookie kit order. 

Cookie kits can be picked up at the following locations:
Weber County- Ogden
Davis County- Bountiful
Salt Lake County- Salt Lake
Salt Lake County- Murray
Northern Utah County- Lehi
Southern Utah County- Provo

Pick Up Dates are Friday October 28th 6:00pm-8:00pm and Saturday October 29th 10:00am-12:00pm. 

Cancellation and Refund Policy
Orders cancelled BEFORE October 19th will include a full refund. Any orders canceled after October 19th cannot be refunded. Any cookie kits not picked up cannot be refunded.

 
Please  email admin@utahrectherapy.org with any questions!

Click HERE to place an order!

Registration is now open! 

Introducing  the URTA Pre-Conference Monthly Payment Plan for the 2023 URTA Conference, offered to anyone who’s facility doesn’t pay or for those who struggle coming up with the money all at once. 

The payment plan will have an Initial fee of $50.00 for the first month and $50.00 every month after through February. Payments will be due by 1st of each month starting with August 1st being the first payment. You will automatically be locked in to the early bird pricing! Registration closes July 31st. No applications will be accepted after that date.

We hope this will help and make it possible for everyone to continue to attend conference to mingle, network and feel validated all while getting CEU’s needed.

Learn more and register for the Pre-Conference Payment Plan HERE.

Join us IN PERSON on Friday September 16th from 11:00am-2:00pm to explore facilities working with various populations in order to find the best internship placement opportunities.

Registration is FREE but registration is still required so we can keep track of statistics. 

Students will have the opportunity to learn about several internship placements within the state of Utah. Professionals will have the opportunity to showcase their facility, meet potential student interns and an opportunity to attend 1 professional CEU. 

Click HERE for more information and to register.

Come join us for a CEU opportunity at the BYU-Idaho Ropes Course! We'll be learning about the importance of licensure, how to adapt and utilize others who have different licenses and certifications during our groups, and two hours at the ropes course where we can implement and discuss what we are learning. Lunch is provided.

Rates

$25 Member (includes CEUs, ropes course, lunch) (membership verification required)

$30 Nonmember (includes CEUs, ropes course, lunch)

$25 Other including spouses/friends etc. (includes ropes course and lunch, NO CEUs)

$15 Students (includes ropes course and lunch, NO CEUs)

Registration Deadline: Friday, July 8th, 2022. 

Click HERE for more information and to register. 

Join us for a 2.5 mile walk to support legislative efforts for URTA on Saturday, June 25th, 2022 from 10:00am-1:00pm at East Riverfront Trailhead 10991 S Riverfront Parkway, South Jordan, UT 84095.

Please register each person anticipating to participate. You can register up to 10 people on the same registration form.  

We encourage all ages to participate! Please be aware that only people registered (including children) will receive a t-shirt. Children are more then welcome to be pushed in strollers, wagons, etc and are not required to register.

The prices are as follows:

Adults: $20 (includes t-shirt) 

Children 12 and under: $10 (includes t-shirt)

Lunch is available to purchase for $5 per person.  Includes hot dog, chips, and drink. Please mark on your registration if you would like lunch added to your invoice for each person. 

Registration Deadline is Wednesday, June 1st, 2022.

Click HERE to learn more and to register. 

As an Executive Committee, we felt it important to address the current COVID situation here in Utah. We want to assure you that we are very serious about your safety and are implementing safety measures to help lower risk where we can. 

-The facility itself, the beautiful Provo City Center Marriott, has increased their cleaning and sanitation procedures and require all their employees to wear masks at all times.  

-URTA will also be requiring that attendees properly wear face coverings when not actively eating or drinking.

-Proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test (within 72 hours) will be required for entry to the conference. 

These are our current minimum standards, and we will be constantly evaluating to ensure that our response matches the current circumstances and guidelines of the moment.  There may be additional safety measures put in place if COVID case numbers continue to be this high.  Hopefully, things will be looking better very soon, as many are predicting!  Please feel free to contact our committee with further questions and concerns.  

The Utah Recreation Therapy Association (URTA) and Therapeutic Recreation Foundation (TRF), are non-profit organizations with the missions of promoting the professional development of recreation therapy in the State of Utah. The annual Conference is March 24th-55th, 2022. It will be a two-day event for recreational therapists and other professionals to earn CEUs and network. 

URTA is currently looking for individuals and organizations that would be interested in sponsorship/advertisement opportunities. With an average of 400+ attendees, this conference is a great opportunity that offers good exposure for your organization. There are many options you have for this event and any of them would benefit you by getting your name out there.

Applications and payment for Sponsorship are due by Sunday, January 30th, 2022. Materials from Sponsors are due by Friday, February 4th, 2022.

Applicants will be contacted by January 31st, 2022 at the latest.

Click HERE for sponsorship rates, details,  and to apply. 

This year students will have the opportunity to apply for a scholarship to attend conference.  This scholarship is available to undergraduate recreational therapy students from the University of Utah and Brigham Young University- Idaho. The scholarship includes conference registration, one-year membership to URTA, two meals each day (continental breakfast, lunch, and a snack at the conference party), and opportunities for networking. 

This is a “working scholarship”. Students will assist in implementing the Utah Recreation Therapy Association 2022 Conference on March 24-25, 2022. Responsibilities may include introducing speakers, punching CEU sheets, monitoring the silent auction, and assisting with registration. Students will be expected to assist with one full day of conference and can attend the second day without scholarship responsibilities. 

DEADLINE: Student Scholarship Applications need to be emailed to utahrectherapy@gmail.com by Wednesday, January 26th, 2022 with all attachments.

Click HERE for more information and application instructions. 

Learn more and apply for their PRN Recreation Therapist position here.

Happy Holidays! As you are preparing for the upcoming holiday season, URTA invites you to shop for customized long sleeve options at our special Online Holiday Merch Store!

Create a custom long sleeve shirt, sweatshirt, or hoodie sweatshirt with Holiday graphic options of your choosing and have it shipped directly to you. 

Special Holiday Graphic Items include:

• Long Sleeve Gildan Shirt

• Crewneck Sweatshirt

• Hoodie Sweatshirt

Previous items are still available to purchase with the regular graphics:

• Cotton-Gildan shirt 

• Poly/Cotton Blend Next Level shirt

• Polyester/Spandex Sport shirt

• Tote Bag

• Zipper Pouch Bag (small or large)

• Freeze Dried Skittles

• Freeze Dried Taffy

Click HERE for more information, prices, and instructions on how to order! 

All Merch Store purchases go directly to legislative funds. We appreciate your continued support in fundraising efforts for legislative purposes. 

Dear URTA Members,

     Hello! We hope you all are having a happy and healthy year. Please read the following information carefully for an important update pertaining to our state licenses. 

     At the beginning of this year, Governor Cox issued an Executive Order addressing occupational and professional licensing. He asked DOPL to review all licenses and either streamline them to reduce regulations or eliminate licenses that are not needed. 

     As the Governor moves forward with this initiative, we want to make sure we are not deregulated since we are essential workers working closely with vulnerable populations. We know how this would hurt our clients/patients. Since the beginning of our licensure, we have had sunset reviews where DOPL reviews our law and rules and makes necessary changes. This leaves us vulnerable to losing our license. We will be working with the RT DOPL board to be prepared to meet with DOPL in October with all of the evidence we can gather in order to plead our case of the importance of maintaining RT licensure.

    We have two main goals at this time. First, we will thoroughly review our RT practice act and rule to make sure they fit the needs of our profession, focusing on providing the safest and highest quality services to our clients/patients. Second, aim to remove the sunset reviews for our license so we can avoid having to do this again in the future. In order to have the best chance to achieve these goals, we had to hire a lobbyist. 

    We have hired Zac Bramble, with SEGO Strategies and Consulting, to represent us with the state legislature. We have already seen the benefit to hiring Zac and his partners. They have the expertise and connections to give us the best chance to maintain RT licensure and help us reach our goals. 

WHAT DO WE NEED FROM YOU?

     We will be contacting you all, our members, for assistance as we work with Zac to accomplish various tasks.  A couple of items we need at this time are:

Help in our efforts to raise funds in order to pay the lobbyist. Lobbyist services were not allotted in our budget since this move towards deregulation was unexpected.  If you have any great ideas in this realm, connections, or experience with fundraising, please contact us.

We need letters from our clients/patients stating how much RT services helps or has helped them. This will assist us in sharing important information about RT with legislators and will help them see the value of the services we provide. If clients can list specific ways RT has helped them, that would be best! Please mail these client/patient letters to: URTA 63 east 1400 South, Bountiful, UT 84010.

     We will keep you all apprised of what is going on and we are grateful for your help and support!

URTA is excited to announce the opening of our Online Merch Store!

Create a custom shirt or bag with the graphic of your choosing and have it shipped directly to you.

The following items are now available to purchase:

• Cotton-Gildan shirt 

• Poly/Cotton Blend Next Level shirt

• Polyester/Spandex Sport shirt

• Tote Bag

• Zipper Pouch Bag (small or large)

• Freeze Dried Skittles

• Freeze Dried Taffy

Click HERE for more information, prices, and instructions on how to order! 

All Merch Store purchases go directly to legislative funds. We appreciate your continued support in fundraising efforts for legislative purposes. 

Help URTA raise some “dough” by purchasing a “Virtual Dozen” with Krispy Kreme! Virtual Dozen is an electronic gift card that is sent right to your phone through text or email. The cost for you is $11 and all proceeds go directly to URTA for legislative funds. This gift card is good at any Krispy Kreme location for the value of a dozen glazed donuts (11.99) We will be collecting funds via Venmo. If interested or have questions email Jenna at jennadnielson@gmail.com with subject line “URTA Krispy Kreme”. Please provide your name, email, phone number and how you would like your gift card delivered (text, email or both) and how many gift cards you would like. We will send you the Venmo QR code and once payment is made, your gift card will be sent.

Thank you for your continued support!

The University of Utah and URTA present the "Best Practice" Internship Workshop on Friday, November 19th, 2021 from 8:30am-4:30pm.This workshop will introduce the "Best Practice" program and teach the framework for the development of an internship program that provides "best practice."

This hands-on experience will assist recreational therapists in the initial development of their internship program. Participants are encouraged to bring all internship material, personal computers, and lots of enthusiasm. 

Rates are $60 for members and $65 for nonmembers. Cost includes materials, parking, lunch and 7.5 CEU's. 

Deadline to register is Friday Nov 5th, 2021. 

Click HERE for more information and to register. 

Join us virtually on Friday October 1st from 10:30am-12:30pm to explore facilities working with various populations in order to find the best internship placement opportunities.

Registration is FREE but registration is still required so we can keep track of statistics. 

Students will have the opportunity to learn about several internship placements within the state of Utah. Professionals will have the opportunity to showcase their facility and meet potential student interns. As to be expected this year's format will be unique but will offer increased flexibility and several options for networking. There will be information, pictures, videos, sign-up forms and virtual meeting options with individual internship supervisors.

Click HERE for more information and to register.

INTERNSHIP FAIR CALL FOR FACILITIES!!! Sign up for the event that provides the greatest opportunity to recruit interns!

Virtual Internship Fair will take place on Friday, October 1st, 2021 from 10:30am-12:30pm.

Facility representatives will have unique ways to connect with students this year. Registration fees are waived because there is no CEU opportunity. Internship information will be copied from utahrectherapy.org/jobs-internships and updated with any information/pictures/forms/video links you provide us on your registration form. We will also have students to connect with you live during the scheduled time.

Internship 'booths' at our Virtual Venue will be uploaded in the order we receive your registration, so act fast to be closer to the top of the page!

Click HERE for more information and to sign up your facility to attend.

National Therapeutic Recreation Week has been celebrated during the second week of July every year since 1984. Established by the National Therapeutic Recreation Society, the week is intended to raise awareness of therapeutic recreation programs and services that could improve the health and well-being of individuals with physical, mental, and emotional disabilities. Celebrate with URTA by watching and sharing these videos daily!

Sunday July 11 DAY 1: Our Utah school that has Recreation Therapy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=giHozBYRaH4 

Monday July 12 DAY 2: After a traumatic accident https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ceqZNZbwRV8--

Tuesday July 13 DAY 3: Rehab setting https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rXhDf96_LA4 

Wednesday July 14 DAY 4: Hospital setting https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fFQacPPEWGI 

Thursday July 15 DAY 5: Benefits of leisure in mental health  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RQ4mHEU1NCE 

Friday July 16 DAY 6: Addiction https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AuJTDymTfIw 

Saturday July 17 DAY 7: So.. Do I go into Rec Therapy? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y4Li0jzyC18 

CEU Workshop Opportunity! Join URTA for the Day on the Lake Workshop: Mindfulness and Paddle Boarding held on Saturday August 7th from 10:00am-12:00pm at Jordanelle Reservoir. Cost is $30 for Members and $35 for Non members. Paddleboards are limited in availability and are on a first come first serve basis. Please bring your own if you are able to.  Come have fun and learn something new!

Click HERE for more details and to register.

Join us Thursday June 24th 7:00-8:00pm for our Utah Recreation Therapy Webinar presenting a breakout session by Steve Bell:  Healthcare Disparities: How they Manifest in Recreational Therapy. Registration for June’s webinar is now open! Registration will close on Tuesday June 22nd. 

Missing CEU credits from conference? Want to re-watch a conference session? URTA is now hosting Utah Recreation Therapy Webinars! Webinars are an opportunity to provide members and nonmembers to view various sessions from the 2021 URTA Virtual Conferences and other educational presentations for CEU credits. Cost for this webinar is $10 Member and $15 Nonmembers. If you have already paid and registered for this last conference and are making up session credits (up to the 12.5) registration will be FREE. Additional webinar sessions are free to watch for non-CEU credit but registration is still required.

Please click here for more details and registration questions.

Registration is now open! 

Introducing  the URTA Pre-Conference Monthly Payment Plan for the 2022 URTA Conference, offered to anyone who’s facility doesn’t pay or for those who struggle coming up with the money all at once. 

The payment plan will have an Initial fee of $35.00 for the first month and $33.00 every month after through February. Payments will be due by 25th of each month starting with May 25th being the first payment. You will automatically be locked in to the early bird pricing! Please note that those who register after May 25th will have the same monthly payment but a larger final end cost to complete payment in full. Registration closes June 23rd. No applications will be accepted after that date.

We hope this will help and make it possible for everyone to continue to attend conference to mingle, network and feel validated all while getting CEU’s needed.

Learn more and register for the Pre-Conference Payment Plan HERE.

CEU Certificates from the 2021 URTA Virtual Conference are now available in your individual CEU drives!

Click here to access the 2021 Membership Directory where you can find/click your name to access your CEU drive using the gmail email provided at registration. Please remember you can only access your drive with the gmail email provided at registration.

Please email us at admin@utahrectherapy.org to dispute any credits or with any questions.

URTA held the Executive Committee Retreat last week to plan for the upcoming year and welcome new members interested in getting involved on committees. We are excited for what this year will hold and to see our membership thrive! Thank you HMHI for allowing us to use your facility to meet and use the ROPES course for leadership team building. If your are interested in joining the URTA Executive Committee please email us at admin@utahrectherapy.org !

Join us Thursday May 13th 7:00-8:00pm for our Utah Recreation Therapy Webinar presenting a breakout session by Jamie Bennett:  Remembering Recreation and Leisure Participation as an RT: Wellness Initiatives for the Overwhelmed Recreation Therapist. Registration for May’s webinar is now open! Registration will close on Tuesday May 11th. 

Missing CEU credits from conference? Want to re-watch a conference session? URTA is now hosting Utah Recreation Therapy Webinars! Webinars are an opportunity to provide members and nonmembers to view various sessions from the 2021 URTA Virtual Conferences and other educational presentations for CEU credits. Cost for this webinar is $10 Member and $15 Nonmembers. If you have already paid and registered for this last conference and are making up session credits (up to the 12.5) registration will be FREE. Additional webinar sessions are free to watch for non-CEU credit but registration is still required.

Please click here for more details and registration questions.

Please join us in thanking, congratulating, and honoring Sandy Negley for her legacy at her Retirement Celebration on Wednesday May 5th, 2021 from 5:00-7:00pm. 

Location: Marriott Research Park 

480 Wakara Way, Salt Lake City, UT

Click the link below for more information and to RSVP! 

If you wish to attend via zoom please email jme.bennett@utah.edu

The Utah Recreation Therapy Association acknowledges, and celebrates Sandra K. Negley's contribution as an early URTA Member to the RT profession and encourages its members to join in this celebration!

https://myemail.constantcontact.com/Join-us-to-Celebrate-Sandy-Negley-.html?soid=1126949685739&aid=UtkfwcF5QFY

Join us Wednesday April 28th 12:00-1:30pm for our Utah Recreation Therapy Webinar presenting the Opening Keynote by Sandra Negley: Reflecting on the Past and Embracing the Future. Registration for April’s webinar is now open! Registration will close on Friday April 23rd. 

Missing CEU credits from conference? Want to re-watch a conference session? URTA is now hosting Utah Recreation Therapy Webinars! Webinars are an opportunity to provide members and nonmembers to view various sessions from the 2021 URTA Virtual Conferences and other educational presentations for CEU credits. Cost for webinars are $15 Member and $20 Nonmembers. If you have already paid and registered for this last conference and are making up session credits (up to the 12.5) registration will be FREE. Additional webinar sessions are free to watch for non-CEU credit but registration is still required.

Please click here for more details and registration questions.

Missing CEU credits from conference? Need extra CEU’s? Want to re-watch a conference session? URTA is excited to announce Utah Recreation Therapy Webinars! Webinars are an opportunity to provide members and nonmembers to view various sessions from the 2021 URTA Virtual Conferences and other educational presentations for CEU credits. Cost for webinars are $15 Member and $20 Nonmembers. If you have already paid and registered for this last conference and are making up session credits (up to the 12.5) registration will be FREE. Additional webinar sessions are free to watch for non-CEU credit but registration is still required. Please visit the website for registration and specific important information. 

The April URTA Webinar will be the Opening Keynote by Sandra Negley: "Reflecting on the Past and Embracing the Future." Dates for this webinar are Thursday April 15th 6:30-8:00pm OR Wednesday April 28th 12:00-1:30pm. Registration for April’s webinar is now open! Click here for more details and registration questions.

THANK YOU!!! URTA wants to thank everyone who made this years first ever virtual conference a HUGE success. We couldn’t have done it without the tech team, conference chair and committee, presenters, room hosts, sponsors, executive committee, silent auction donations, and YOU! We hope you are excited for the future of recreational therapy and will continue to help us move the profession forward. Remember... URTA IS YOU!

Want to get involved in making a difference for Recreational Therapy in Utah? URTA wants YOU to join the Executive Committee where there are various capacities to serve. Join us for our URTA Executive Committee Retreat on Friday April 9th @9:00am at HMHI (formally UNI) or virtually to discuss committee positions available! Typically lasts 1.5 hours or less.

Committee positions include:

Advocacy- Public Relations, ATRA, Conference, Evidence-Based Practice, Fundraising/Silent Auction, Education, Experiential Workshops, Legislative (reporting, training, practice act maintenance, PR, advancement), Service, Social Media, Student Reps, TRT.  

If you are interested or need descriptions for any of these positions please email us. Hope to see you there!

The Utah Recreation Therapy Association believes in the values of diversity and inclusion. We affirm our commitment to recognizing and addressing all forms of racism and ethnic oppression. As an anti-racist organization we will purposefully identify, discuss, and challenge issues of race and color and the impacts they have on the organization, its systems, and its members.

Read our Anti-Racism Action Plan