[Core] [38% incumbents] Instruct patient in activities and techniques, such as sports, dance, music, art, or relaxation techniques, designed to meet their specific physical or psychological needs.
  DWAs: Train patients, family members, or caregivers in techniques for managing disabilities or illnesses.

[Core] [38% incumbents] Conduct therapy sessions to improve patients' mental and physical well-being.
  DWAs: Treat patients using psychological therapies.

[Core] [38% incumbents] Plan, organize, direct, and participate in treatment programs and activities to facilitate patients' rehabilitation, help them integrate into the community, and prevent further medical problems.
  DWAs: Develop treatment plans that use non-medical therapies.

[Core] [38% incumbents] Observe, analyze, and record patients' participation, reactions, and progress during treatment sessions, modifying treatment programs as needed.
  DWAs: Monitor patient progress or responses to treatments. | Record patient medical histories.

[Core] [38% incumbents] Develop treatment plan to meet needs of patient, based on needs assessment, patient interests, and objectives of therapy.
  DWAs: Develop treatment plans that use non-medical therapies.

[Core] [38% incumbents] Obtain information from medical records, medical staff, family members and the patients, themselves, to assess patients' capabilities, needs and interests.
  DWAs: Gather medical information from patient histories. | Collect medical information from patients, family members, or other medical professionals.

[Core] [38% incumbents] Confer with members of treatment team to plan and evaluate therapy programs.
  DWAs: Collaborate with healthcare professionals to plan or provide treatment.

[Core] [38% incumbents] Counsel and encourage patients to develop leisure activities.
  DWAs: Provide health and wellness advice to patients, program participants, or caregivers.

[Core] [38% incumbents] Encourage clients with special needs and circumstances to acquire new skills and get involved in health-promoting leisure activities, such as sports, games, arts and crafts, and gardening.
  DWAs: Encourage patients or clients to develop life skills.

[Core] [38% incumbents] Prepare and submit reports and charts to treatment team to reflect patients' reactions and evidence of progress or regression.
  DWAs: Prepare reports summarizing patient diagnostic or care activities. | Inform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care.

[Core] [38% incumbents] Develop discharge plans for patients.
  DWAs: Develop medical treatment plans.

--- SKILLS ---
  Active Listening (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Speaking (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Writing (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Active Learning (imp:3.38 lvl:3.25) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Learning Strategies (imp:3.38 lvl:3.50) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Monitoring (imp:3.38 lvl:3.88) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Mathematics (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Psychology (imp:4.55 lvl:5.97) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:4.53 lvl:5.76) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:4.42 lvl:5.26) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Education and Training (imp:4.16 lvl:5.21) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  English Language (imp:4.08 lvl:4.53) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:3.46 lvl:4.11) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Administration and Management (imp:3.37 lvl:4.08) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:3.16 lvl:3.00) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Public Safety and Security (imp:3.00 lvl:2.82) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Administrative (imp:2.89 lvl:3.66) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.84 lvl:3.34) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.84 lvl:3.45) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Sales and Marketing (imp:2.71 lvl:3.11) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Law and Government (imp:2.68 lvl:2.50) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Fine Arts (imp:2.55 lvl:2.45) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:2.55 lvl:3.47) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Communications and Media (imp:2.53 lvl:2.68) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Transportation (imp:2.47 lvl:2.61) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Economics and Accounting (imp:2.24 lvl:2.13) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Biology (imp:2.21 lvl:1.95) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Mathematics (imp:2.11 lvl:2.27) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Production and Processing (imp:2.05 lvl:1.84) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Foreign Language (imp:2.03 lvl:1.82) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Telecommunications (imp:2.03 lvl:1.24) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Engineering and Technology (imp:1.92 lvl:1.63) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Geography (imp:1.92 lvl:1.78) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  History and Archeology (imp:1.86 lvl:1.66) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Food Production (imp:1.73 lvl:1.32) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Design (imp:1.73 lvl:1.32) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Mechanical (imp:1.66 lvl:1.24) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Physics (imp:1.58 lvl:1.03) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Chemistry (imp:1.58 lvl:1.16) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Building and Construction (imp:1.54 lvl:0.95) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r

--- ABILITIES ---
  Oral Comprehension (imp:4.00 lvl:4.12) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Oral Expression (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Speech Clarity (imp:4.00 lvl:3.50) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Written Expression (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.75 lvl:3.88) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.75 lvl:3.50) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Information Ordering (imp:3.62 lvl:3.62) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Originality (imp:3.25 lvl:3.75) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Near Vision (imp:3.12 lvl:3.38) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Selective Attention (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Time Sharing (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Far Vision (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.75 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:2.75 lvl:3.00) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Finger Dexterity (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Visualization (imp:2.50 lvl:2.75) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Static Strength (imp:2.50 lvl:2.62) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Stamina (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Manual Dexterity (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Memorization (imp:2.12 lvl:2.25) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.12 lvl:2.38) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.00 lvl:2.12) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Control Precision (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Response Orientation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Explosive Strength (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Depth Perception (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Reaction Time (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:1.88 lvl:1.50) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Rate Control (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:1.62 lvl:0.75) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Night Vision (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.50 lvl:0.75) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Sound Localization (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.38 lvl:0.50) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:4.86 lvl:5.54) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Thinking Creatively (imp:4.46 lvl:4.95) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:4.45 lvl:5.39) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:4.42 lvl:4.66) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:4.33 lvl:3.54) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Getting Information (imp:4.29 lvl:4.24) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:4.27 lvl:4.63) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:4.25 lvl:5.53) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:4.08 lvl:4.11) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.92 lvl:4.43) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:3.84 lvl:4.41) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:3.73 lvl:4.26) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:3.73 lvl:3.45) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:3.68 lvl:4.03) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.65 lvl:4.03) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.65 lvl:4.08) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Working with Computers (imp:3.64 lvl:3.21) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.62 lvl:3.71) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:3.61 lvl:3.37) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.57 lvl:4.00) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.54 lvl:3.51) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.39 lvl:4.05) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:3.39 lvl:3.76) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.31 lvl:4.08) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.26 lvl:4.13) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.19 lvl:2.95) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:3.16 lvl:3.71) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:3.14 lvl:2.61) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:3.13 lvl:3.32) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:3.03 lvl:3.37) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:2.97 lvl:2.69) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Processing Information (imp:2.89 lvl:3.08) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.78 lvl:2.78) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:2.74 lvl:3.26) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.65 lvl:2.59) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:2.57 lvl:2.37) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.32 lvl:2.03) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:1.89 lvl:1.39) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.84 lvl:1.24) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.68 lvl:1.27) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:1.64 lvl:1.35) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:8.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Integrity (imp:7.00) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Cooperation (imp:6.00) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Social Orientation (imp:5.00) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Self-Control (imp:4.00) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Empathy (imp:3.00) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Empathy (imp:3.00) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cooperation (imp:2.69) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Optimism (imp:2.53) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation (imp:2.47) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Dependability (imp:2.33) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Sincerity (imp:2.20) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Integrity (imp:2.06) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Self-Control (imp:2.06) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Sincerity (imp:2.00) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Adaptability (imp:1.94) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Perseverance (imp:1.64) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Attention to Detail (imp:1.62) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Innovation (imp:1.60) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Leadership Orientation (imp:1.56) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Self-Confidence (imp:1.54) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.52) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Humility (imp:1.49) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Initiative (imp:1.47) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Achievement Orientation (imp:1.45) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:1.26) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Cautiousness (imp:1.14) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:1.11) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Optimism (imp:1.00) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Cautiousness () — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Attention to Detail () — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Service Orientation (imp:4.12 lvl:4.25) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:4.00 lvl:4.12) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Coordination (imp:4.00 lvl:3.88) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Instructing (imp:3.88 lvl:3.75) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.50 lvl:3.50) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Persuasion (imp:3.38 lvl:3.75) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Time Management (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Negotiation (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Systems Analysis (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Operations Analysis (imp:2.75 lvl:3.00) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.75 lvl:3.00) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Management of Material Resources (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Technology Design (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Operations Monitoring (imp:1.75 lvl:1.50) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Operation and Control (imp:1.75 lvl:1.25) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Programming (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Troubleshooting (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Equipment Selection (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:1.00) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Repairing (imp:1.00) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 14,930
  annual_median    : $61,960
  annual_pct10     : $40,990
  annual_pct25     : $50,240
  annual_pct75     : $79,930
  annual_pct90     : $100,420
  annual_mean      : $67,630
  hourly_median    : $29.79

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : California ($98,170)
  lowest_state     : Puerto Rico ($28,140)
  dispersion_ratio : 3.489x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (49 total) ---
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:   11,090  median: $  59,870
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    3,130  median: $  79,910
  Educational Services                     emp:      370  median: $  60,760
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      190  median: $  73,000
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:      100  median: $  59,500

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (5 total) ---
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:   11,090  median: $  59,870
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    3,130  median: $  79,910
  Educational Services                     emp:      370  median: $  60,760
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      190  median: $  73,000
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:      100  median: $  59,500

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--- WIKIPEDIA FULL TEXT ---
Recreational therapy or therapeutic recreation (TR) is a systematic process that utilizes recreation, leisure, and other activities as interventions to address the assessed needs of individuals with illnesses and/or disabling conditions, as a means to psychological and physical health, recovery and well-being. Recreational therapy may also be simply referred to as recreation therapy, but in short, it is the utilization and enhancement of leisure.
The work of recreational therapists differs from other professionals on the basis of using leisure activities alone to meet well-being goals, they work with clients to enhance motor, social and cognitive functioning, build confidence, develop coping skills, and integrate skills learned in treatment settings into community settings. Intervention areas vary widely and are based upon enjoyable and rewarding interests of the client. Examples of intervention modalities include creative arts (e.g., crafts, music, dance, drama, among others), games, sports like adventure programming, exercises like dance/movement, and skill enhancement activities (Motor, locomotion, sensory, cognition, communication, and behavior).
"Today, the United States Department of Labor projects that there are over 19,000 recreational therapists in the United States. As of January 2023, there are 19,278 professionals who hold active, inactive, or eligible for re-entry status on the NCTRC registry. The CTRS credential is the most professionally advanced credential for the field of therapeutic recreation."

There are four approaches in therapeutic recreation:

Recreation services: Providing recreation services to people with disabilities for experiencing leisure and its benefits, often this takes a rehabilitation tone in approach for helping clients to reach an optimal level of health and well-being.
Therapeutic approach: The purpose of this approach is curative in nature. It attempts to lessen and ameliorate the effects of illness' and disabilities, it also can be prescriptive for improving certain functional capacities.
Umbrella or combined approach: Use of recreation as a subjective continuation of enjoyable activities as well as a recreation service for bringing purposeful change.
Leisure ability approach: An approach that operates leisure activities therapeutically and engages the clients fully for participation with good dissemination on the benefits of structured leisure/ leisure awareness education (Gun & Peterson, 1978).
Eight domains of leisure are: leisure awareness, leisure attitudes, leisure skills, community integration skills, community participation, cultural and social behaviors, interpersonal skills.


== Educational programs ==
A bachelor's degree in recreational therapy is required for most entry-level positions. These programs typically cover areas such as treatment and program planning, human body, physiology, kinesiology, and professional ethics. Some programs offer the opportunity to specialize in occupational therapy, and in the intervention of those that are mentally or physically challenged. Most employers prefer to hire candidates who are Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialists (CTRS). Therapists become certified through the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC) or through a provincial regulatory body such as, Therapeutic Recreation Ontario (TRO). To qualify for certification under the Academic Path, applicants must have a bachelor's degree in TR, complete an internship under the supervision of a CTRS, and pass a written exam. There is also an Equivalency Path A and B for certification. The requirements are slightly different and include a bachelor's degree outside of TR, paid work experience, and successful completion of the written exam.


=== Pre-Internship Requirements ===
An individual must be enrolled in a regionally accredited baccalaureate degree program (or higher). Degrees include; "(a) therapeutic recreation (recreation therapy); (b) recreation or leisure with an option in therapeutic recreation; (c) therapeutic recreation, recreation, or leisure in combination with other fields of study (e.g., Therapeutic Recreation and Health Studies; Recreation and Sport Management; Leisure and Tourism); and (d) a major in another field of study with a concentration/emphasis/sub-plan/option/minor/certificate in recreation therapy/therapeutic recreation".
A a minimum of 90 credit hours towards attaining the degree must be completed.
A minimum of 18 semester or 24 quarter credit hours of Recreational Therapy/Therapeutic Recreation (RT/TR) specific courses have to be completed:
A minimum of 6 courses in RT/TR are required (two of the required must be taught by applicant as an educator).
Each individual must take 3 semester hours or 4 quarter hours coursework in each of the areas; anatomy and physiology, abnormal psychology, human growth and development across the lifespan, and the remaining semester hours or quarter hours should be fulfilled in the areas of social sciences and humanities.


=== Internship Requirements ===
The duration of the Internship is a minimum of 560 hours over the course of 14 consecutive weeks (or more).
If you go under 20 hours in a week (Sun-Sat), the internship must restart.
Supervision by internship supervisor must have active CTRS (Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist) and have been certified for at least one year prior to supervising interns.
Internship completion must appear on official academic transcript.
The CTRS credential, is evidence that the individual completed and met the qualifications for the NCTRC's CTRS Certification Standards. This is a limited license that requires individuals to continue education and trainings.


=== Continuing Education ===
Recreation Therapists with the Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) credential are required to complete 50 clock hours (5.0 CEUs) of continuing education within a 5 year span as part of the overall requirements to renew national certification through NCTRC.
NCTRC has outlined several ways a CTRS can earn continuing education Continuing Education.
These include:
a.) Academic Courses
b.) Teleconferences/Audio Seminars like ATRA's webinar series.
c.) Internet Course Programs: Some online programs identified are on the Therapeutic Recreation Directory website: Therapeutic Recreation Directory: CEU Opportunities. The largest online providers for RT continuing education are:
1) ATRA- American Therapeutic Recreation Association Webinars
2) Rec Therapy Today
3) SMART CEUs Hub- Success Makers Are Rec Therapists- Unlimited NCTRC Pre-Approved CEUs
d.) Conferences: American Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA) and state branches of ATRA. Recreation therapists can attend conferences provided by related professional organizations and earn CEUs (pending the session meets Therapeutic Recreation (TR) knowledge areas required by NCTRC.
e.) Internships & Externships: Supervised guidance to practice.


== Professional Organizations ==
The American Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA) and the Canadian Therapeutic Recreation Association (CTRA) are the largest national membership organizations representing the interests and needs of recreational therapists in the U. S. and Canada. ATRA is the only organization that represents the therapeutic recreation profession in the United States."ATRA, was incorporated in the District of Columbia in 1984 as a non-profit, grassroots organization in response to a growing concern about the dramatic changes in the healthcare industry. As a result of this response, ATRA has grown from a membership of 60 individuals in June 1984 to 2,200 in 2014."


== Credentialing ==
Certification:
The National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification, a charter member of the National Organization for Competency Assurance (NOCA), also provides a certification that expires after 5 years. "NCTRC was founded to protect the consumer of recreational therapy services and the 

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ROLE SUMMARY:
Recreational Therapists are healthcare professionals who design and implement medically-approved recreation programs to improve patients' physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being in hospitals, nursing homes, and rehabilitation facilities. They use activities like sports, arts, music, and social programs as therapeutic interventions to help patients recover from illness, injury, or disability. These specialists assess patient conditions, develop individualized treatment plans, and monitor progress while working as integral members of interdisciplinary healthcare teams.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A recreational therapist begins by reviewing patient medical records and conducting assessments to understand each individual's therapeutic needs and interests. They design and lead therapy sessions incorporating activities like adaptive sports, art projects, music therapy, or social games tailored to specific rehabilitation goals. Throughout sessions, they carefully observe and document patient responses, progress, and any modifications needed to treatment plans. They collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other therapists during team meetings to discuss patient progress and adjust therapeutic approaches. Administrative duties include preparing detailed reports on patient outcomes, scheduling activities, and maintaining treatment documentation for medical records.

WHO THRIVES:
Successful recreational therapists possess strong social and communication skills, as evidenced by the high importance of active listening, speaking, and establishing interpersonal relationships in their work. They demonstrate exceptional dependability and integrity, critical traits when working with vulnerable patient populations. Creative thinking abilities are essential for designing engaging therapeutic activities that meet diverse patient needs and interests. These professionals must balance empathy and social orientation with analytical skills to assess patient conditions and monitor treatment effectiveness. Strong organizational abilities help them coordinate multiple treatment programs while maintaining detailed documentation.

CAREER ENTRY:
Nearly 92% of recreational therapists hold bachelor's degrees, typically in therapeutic recreation, recreation therapy, or related fields like psychology or kinesiology. Many states require certification through the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC), which involves completing an approved academic program and supervised clinical experience. Entry-level positions often require completion of internships or practicum experiences in healthcare settings. Some specialized roles may prefer candidates with additional certifications in specific therapeutic modalities like art therapy or adaptive sports.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Recreational therapists can advance to supervisory positions overseeing activity programs or therapeutic recreation departments within healthcare facilities. Career progression may lead to administrative roles such as Life Enrichment Coordinator or Program Director positions. Some professionals specialize in specific populations like pediatrics, geriatrics, or mental health, or pursue advanced certifications in specialized therapeutic approaches. Advanced practitioners may transition into consulting, education, or research roles, while others may pursue graduate degrees to become occupational therapists or move into healthcare administration.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The recreational therapy field employs 14,930 professionals with a median annual salary of $61,960 according to BLS OEWS May 2025, ranging from $40,990 at the 10th percentile to $100,420 at the 90th percentile. Geographic wage variation is substantial, with California offering the highest compensation at $98,170 compared to Puerto Rico's $28,140, representing a 3.49x difference. The healthcare and social assistance sector dominates employment with 11,090 positions, followed by government agencies with 3,130 roles. Demand is expected to grow as the aging population increases need for rehabilitation services and healthcare facilities recognize the value of holistic treatment approaches. Job opportunities are strongest in states with large elderly populations and comprehensive healthcare systems.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Recreational therapy shows low automation risk due to its emphasis on human interaction, creative thinking, and individualized patient care. The core activities of assisting and caring for others, establishing interpersonal relationships, and thinking creatively require human empathy, judgment, and adaptability that current technology cannot replicate. While administrative tasks like documentation may become more streamlined through electronic health records, the therapeutic relationship and activity leadership remain fundamentally human-centered.

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    reasoning: Both roles involve training patients in therapeutic techniques and monitoring patient progress during treatment sessions.
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    reasoning: Both professions require substantial psychology knowledge (4.5 importance) and focus on helping patients develop coping skills and leisure activities.
    data: Psychology knowledge 4.5
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  [career_pathway] Physical Therapists (29-1123.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both are Job Zone 4 healthcare professions requiring bachelor's degrees and involving direct patient treatment in rehabilitation settings.
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    reasoning: Both roles fall within similar healthcare compensation ranges and involve direct patient care in institutional settings.
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  [transferable_skill] Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School (25-2057.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles require high-level instructing skills (3.9), service orientation (4.1), and working with individuals with special needs.
    data: Instructing skills 3.9
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