Credit Course Schedules

Students will build upon the knowledge gained in OTA 1530 to further develop skills necessary for professional practice. Advanced application of the following skills will occur: treatment planning, task analysis, documentation, and evidence based practice. Professionalism skills of advocacy, inter and intraprofessional communication, and cultural awareness will be discussed. Additionally students will be introduced to practical skills of checking vital signs, basic transfers, range of motion and goniometry. Prerequisite: OTA 1530 with a grade of C or better. J spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will be introduced to the occupational therapy continuum of therapeutic interventions. Students will structure, plan and implement individual and group interventions that are reflective of contemporary occupational therapy practice in pediatric and psychosocial settings. Various frames of reference and models of practice will be used to guide student planning. Prerequisite: OTA 1510 and OTA 1530 with a grade of C or better. J spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will be introduced to the occupational therapy continuum of therapeutic interventions. Students will structure, plan and implement individual and group interventions that are reflective of contemporary occupational therapy practice in pediatric and psychosocial settings. Various frames of reference and models of practice will be used to guide student planning. Prerequisite: OTA 1510 and OTA 1530 with a grade of C or better. J spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will learn the major developmental disabilities across the lifespan and how a disability adversely affects the development and engagement in life roles (i.e.: student, sibling, friend, etc.). Theories of human development and occupation will be linked to provide a deeper understanding of the acquisition of functional skills and social roles of children birth to 21 years of age. Occupational assessments will be explored and relevant treatment techniques will be reviewed. Learning about treatment delivery models of children with disabilities will emphasize naturalized environments and family centered models. Prerequisite/Corequisite: ENG 1530; Prerequisite: OTA 1520 and OTA 1530 with a grade of C or better. J spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will learn the major developmental disabilities across the lifespan and how a disability adversely affects the development and engagement in life roles (i.e.: student, sibling, friend, etc.). Theories of human development and occupation will be linked to provide a deeper understanding of the acquisition of functional skills and social roles of children birth to 21 years of age. Occupational assessments will be explored and relevant treatment techniques will be reviewed. Learning about treatment delivery models of children with disabilities will emphasize naturalized environments and family centered models. Prerequisite/Corequisite: ENG 1530; Prerequisite: OTA 1520 and OTA 1530 with a grade of C or better. J spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will be introduced to and will practice professionalism skills both in the classroom and in various community settings, under the direction of an occupational therapy practitioner. Preparation for and exposure to practice settings and patient interaction are the primary focus of this course. Through reflection and discussion, application of knowledge about the profession will be practiced. HIPAA regulations, mandated reporter requirements, and universal precautions will be addressed. Background checks will be completed in preparation for student experiences working with the pediatric population. Prerequisite: OTA 1510 and OTA 1530 with a grade of C or better. J spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will be introduced to and will practice professionalism skills both in the classroom and in various community settings, under the direction of an occupational therapy practitioner. Preparation for and exposure to practice settings and patient interaction are the primary focus of this course. Through reflection and discussion, application of knowledge about the profession will be practiced. HIPAA regulations, mandated reporter requirements, and universal precautions will be addressed. Background checks will be completed in preparation for student experiences working with the pediatric population. Prerequisite: OTA 1510 and OTA 1530 with a grade of C or better. J spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will be introduced to and will practice professionalism skills both in the classroom and in various community settings, under the direction of an occupational therapy practitioner. Preparation for and exposure to practice settings and patient interaction are the primary focus of this course. Through reflection and discussion, application of knowledge about the profession will be practiced. HIPAA regulations, mandated reporter requirements, and universal precautions will be addressed. Background checks will be completed in preparation for student experiences working with the pediatric population. Prerequisite: OTA 1510 and OTA 1530 with a grade of C or better. J spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will be introduced to and will practice professionalism skills both in the classroom and in various community settings, under the direction of an occupational therapy practitioner. Preparation for and exposure to practice settings and patient interaction are the primary focus of this course. Through reflection and discussion, application of knowledge about the profession will be practiced. HIPAA regulations, mandated reporter requirements, and universal precautions will be addressed. Background checks will be completed in preparation for student experiences working with the pediatric population. Prerequisite: OTA 1510 and OTA 1530 with a grade of C or better. J spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will participate in the first of two level II fieldwork experiences required for the program. An in-depth experience in the delivery of occupational therapy services will be provided in one of a variety of clinical placement sites. This experience shall develop and expand the students' repertoire of occupational therapy practice in an effort to develop competent, entry-level prepared occupational therapy assistants that are skilled in applying the OT process to client care. Students will be mentored through this experience by a qualified OT Practitioner. In addition, students will participate in an online portion of the course with student learning focusing on the regulation of the profession of occupational therapy at the local, state, and federal levels. Principles of occupational therapy ethics/dispute resolution systems will be explored and applied to personal and professional conflicts. Students will explore roles and responsibilities of various team members while reflecting on their own responsibilities of working in the profession of Occupational Therapy. Psychosocial factors that influence engagement in occupation will be integrated into student learning. Level II fieldwork must be completed within 12 months of academic preparation. Prerequisite: Successful completion of all prior OTA courses with a grade of C or better. J spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will participate in their second of two level II fieldwork experiences which are required for the program. An in-depth experience in the delivery of occupational therapy services will be provided in one of a variety of clinical placement sites. This experience shall further develop and expand students' repertoire in order to develop competent, entry-level prepared occupational therapy assistants that are skilled in applying the OT process to client care. Students will be mentored through this experience by a qualified OT Practitioner. In addition, students will participate in an online component to the course which will challenge students to identify and discuss trends and issues facing the profession in a variety of service contexts. Service delivery concepts will be explored with topical areas to include, but not limited to, management concepts, reimbursement, quality improvement, supervision, and leadership. Level II fieldwork must be completed within 12 months of academic preparation. Prerequisite: OTA 2700 with a grade of C or better. J spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will gain practical experience participating in a minimum of 24 hours of supervised Occupational Therapy services in the OTA clinic. Additionally, students will participate in a weekly seminar that will focus on improving knowledge and skills necessary to work with this special population. Prerequisite: OTA 1510, 1520, and 1530 with a grade of C or better. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will gain practical experience participating in a minimum of 24 hours of supervised Occupational Therapy services in the OTA clinic. Additionally, students will participate in a weekly seminar that will focus on improving knowledge and skills necessary to work with this special population. Prerequisite: OTA 1510, 1520, and 1530 with a grade of C or better. Institutional Course Syllabus