NCTRC Practice Exam - Review Questions and Rationales

Sep 25, 2026

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NCTRC Practice Exam provides practice questions for therapeutic recreation certification/competency preparation. The items cover self-determination in the therapeutic recreation process, credentialing processes such as certification, and recognition of autism-related diagnostic indicators using behaviors and routine-change distress. Additional questions address CTRS responsibilities after developing individualized treatment plans, including documentation requirements, and functional skills assessment selection for evaluating social skills in clients with developmental disabilities.

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Reading Time7 h 44 min

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NCTRC Practice Exam © Copyright. 2024. NCTRC. All Rights Reserved. Item \#1 What does self-determination in the therapeutic recreation process focus on? Content A. Making decisions about one’s leisure B. Removing attitudinal barriers C. Shaping the client’s behavior D. Restoring health following an injury Item \#1 Correct Answer: A Rationale: "Self-determination implies two things: first, an individual is in charge of his or her life and, second, the person is able to make his or her own decisions." Reference: Anderson, L., Heyne, L. (2021) . Therapeutic Recreation Practice: A Strengths Approach. 2nd ed. Champaign, IL: Sagamore-Venture [Publishing. pg. 126](Publishing. pg. 126) [Content Area](Content Area: 3)[:](Content Area: 3)[ 3](Content Area: 3). Planning: Objective 3.01. Develop individualized plan of care Item \#2 Which process does a non-governmental agency use to grant recognition to an individual who has met certain predetermined qualifications specified by an agency? Content A. Certification B. Licensure C. Registration Item \#2 Correct Answer: A Rationale: “Certification is the most common form of credentialing in therapeutic recreation. It is a voluntary process where a non-governmental agency grants recognition of competence to individuals who meet the requirements set by the profession." Reference: Anderson, L., Heyne, L. (2021) . Therapeutic Recreation Practice: A Strengths Approach. 2nd ed. Champaign, IL: Sagamore-Venture [Publishing. pg. 447](Publishing. pg. 447) [Content Area](Content Area: 1)[:](Content Area: 1)[ 1](Content Area: 1). Professionalism: Objective 1.02. Maintain professional competency Item \#3 Which diagnosis is indicative of the following behaviors: no interest in peers, repetitive rocking, and emotional distress when routine changes, and repeats the CTRS's questions without answeringC? ontent A. Down syndrome B. Autism spectrum disorder C. Prader-Willi syndrome D. Attention-deficit disorder Item \#3 Correct Answer: B Rationale: "Autism (ASD) is a complex neurobiological condition affecting the ways an individual processes and responds to information and sensory stimuli, which may create a “restricted repertoire of activities and interests”as well as impairments in social and communication skills (Janzen, 2003, p. 5). The fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5; American Psychiatric Association, 2013) classifies autism as follows: Autism Spectrum Disorder, Diagnostic Criteria 299.00 (F84.0)...is characterized by persistent deficits in social communication and social interaction across multiple contexts, including deficits in social reciprocity, nonverbal communicative behaviors used for social interaction, and skills in developing, maintaining and understanding social relationships. In addition to the social communication deficits, the diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder requires the presence of restricted, repetitive patterns of behavior, interests, or activities." Reference: Austin, DR., Crawford, ME., McCormick, BP, Van Puymbroeck, M. (2020). Recreational Therapy: An Introduction. 5th ed. Champaign, [IL: Sagamore-Venture Publishing. pg. 123](IL: Sagamore-Venture Publishing. pg. 123)[ ](IL: Sagamore-Venture Publishing. pg. 123)[Content Area](Content Area: 2)[:](Content Area: 2)[ 2](Content Area: 2). Assessment: Objective 2.01. Conduct the assessment process Item \#4 What should the CTRS do first after an individualized treatment plan has been developed? Content A. Implement the program B. Inform a supervisor of the program outcome C. Document the plan in the client's record Item \#4 Correct Answer: C Rationale: “Treatment plans are perhaps the most important form of individual client documentation. More than one regulatory agency surveyor has stated: “If it is not documented in the treatment plan, there is no need to be providing the service.” Reference: Stu

FAQs

What is self-determination in the therapeutic recreation process focused on?

It focuses on the individual being in charge of life and being able to make their own decisions about leisure.

What credentialing process is described for a non-governmental agency granting recognition to qualified individuals?

Certification, described as a voluntary process where a non-governmental agency grants recognition of competence.

After an individualized treatment plan is developed, what should the CTRS do first?

Document the plan in the client’s record.

Sep 25, 2026

Uploaded by Liam