Membership
MEMBERSHIP
NSTRA membership year runs from
September 1st – August 31st
The new membership opened on September 1st, 2025.
MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES
Professional Member CTRS Voting $150.00
Individuals who are Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialists as certified by the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC). Individuals are required to submit a valid NCTRC certification number. The professional membership CTRS fee ($150) includes an earmarked amount to be contributed to the licensure efforts ($75).
Professional Member (Non-CTRS) Voting $75.00
Individuals who have graduated with a diploma/baccalaureate degree in Therapeutic Recreation/Recreation Therapy or in Recreation/Leisure Services with a concentration/major in Therapeutic Recreation.
Student Non-Voting $15.00 to $60.00 (1 year to 4 years)
Individuals currently pursuing a diploma, baccalaureate, graduate or post graduate degree in Therapeutic Recreation or Recreation/Leisure Studies/Leisure Services with a concentration/major in Therapeutic Recreation.
Emeritus Non-Voting $50.00
Retired Members.
Supporting Member Non-Voting $50.00
Individuals who do not meet any of the above membership categories but who supports the work of the NSTRA.
THERAPEUTIC RECREATION: WHO WE ARE, WHAT WE DO