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| Credits Required |
36
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varies per track
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| Location |
Classes for this program meet downtown on the Robert C. Pew Grand Rapids Campus. Some courses available online. 
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Classes for the program are a combination of online and in-seat on the GVSU Health Campus, near the Grand Rapids Medical Mile.
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| Coursework |
Students study a variety of criminal justice topics, including:
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In addition, you will participate in field observations and service
learning to increase experience within various health care settings.
Problem-based learning and collaborative projects will be included, as
well as developing teamwork and interpersonal skills. The MSRT is a hybrid program, with the majority of coursework online and one to three in-seat classes per semester.
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| Career Options |
Graduates find employment in a variety of professions, including:
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Recreational therapists work in a variety of settings, and individuals with an MSRT obtain positions in management and administration within health and social service settings.
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| Application Deadline |
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. The recommended deadline for fall semester start is June 1; recommended deadline for winter is November 1. Applications received past the deadline may still be reviewed in time for the start of the subsequent semester, but enrollment cannot be guaranteed. The $30 nonrefundable application fee is waived if the applicant has previously applied to GVSU.
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| Skills Employers Want |
The M.S. in Criminal Justice degree at GVSU will develop the skills you need to land the job you want. Whether the skills are advanced or general, you will build a resume of qualifications that are sure to attract employers. The following skills correlate with those pulled from actual job postings in the criminal justice field.
Source: EMSI, 2022
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The M.S. in Recreational Therapy degree at GVSU will develop the skills you need to land the job you want. Whether the skills are advanced or general, you will build a resume of qualifications that are sure to attract employers. The following skills correlate with those pulled from actual job postings in recreational therapy.
Source: EMSI, 2022
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