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| OTH 1001C - Intro. to Occupational Therapy |
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(3) (A.S.) Two hours lecture and three hours laboratory per week. Prerequisites: Admission to the OTA Program, satisfactory completion of BSC 2085C, mathematics (from Area II, A.S.) and PSY 2012. This course introduces the student to the field of occupational therapy concentrating on the history, philosophy and underlying concepts of practice, theories, frames of reference utilized in occupational therapy and the roles of the occupational therapist and occupational therapy assistant. It also provides a basic introduction to medical terminology, infection control techniques, body mechanics, vital signs, wheelchair safety and patient care skills related to communication, handling, positioning and mobility. Oral and written reporting skills are practiced in various class activities to develop effective communication skills and work inter-professionally with those who provide care for individuals and/or populations. The use of skilled observations of identified performance areas within the therapy environment are practiced in relations to the process of occupational therapy along with ethical and professional responsibilities and the need for evidenced based practice.
3.000 Credit hours Levels: Credit Schedule Types: Classroom, Traditional, Video/Audio Conferencing, Web Nursing & Health Professions Division Occupational Therapy Assistant Department Course Attributes: Fee Assess AS, Per Credit Proceed to View Follett Bookstore - Detailed Text Book Information |
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