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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 321
OTA 130 Assessment Skills (2-3-3)
Corequisite: OTA 110
This course provides training in appropriate and accurate assessment and intervention skills
related to sensation, movement, vision, perception, cognition, emotions, and performance of basic activities of daily living and instrumental activities of daily living. Topics include physi- cal and psychosocial factors affecting performance; and sensory, range of motion, strength, coordination, cognitive, visual-perceptual, self-care, and work-related assessments. Upon completion, students should be able to gather and share data for the purpose of screening and evaluation, administer selected assessments using appropriate procedures and protocols, and articulate the role of the occupational therapy assistant and occupational therapist in the screening and evaluation process.
OTA 140 Professional Skills I (0-3-1)
Corequisite: OTA 110
This course introduces the roles and responsibilities of the occupational therapy assistant
(OTA) and the occupational therapist (OT) in occupational therapy practice and facilitates development of professional behaviors and skills. Topics include professional ethics, su- pervisory roles, responsibilities, and collaborative professional relationships; credentialing, certi cation, and licensure; documentation, which communicates the need and rationale for occupational therapy services; therapeutic use of self; and professional identity and professional behaviors; and observation skills. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate ethical behavior, discriminate between roles and responsibilities of the OTA and OT, and explain acceptable supervision and documentation.
OTA 150 Peds Concepts and Interventions I (2-3-3)
Corequisites: PSY 241 and OTA 170
This course provides knowledge and skills needed for working with children from birth
through adolescence. Topics include review of normal growth and development, habitua- tion of healthy habits/routines, the role of occupational therapy with caregivers/providers, understanding of common conditions and developmental delays; and the role of occupation in assessment, intervention planning and implementation with pediatric populations. Upon completion, students should be able to plan, implement, and modify appropriate interven- tions with children in their context and environment to promote engagement in occupation.
OTA 161 Fieldwork I – Placement 1 (0-3-1)
Prerequisites: OTA 120 and OTA 140 Corequisite: OTA 130
This course provides introductory-level clinical training opportunities. Emphasis is placed on observational and basic interactional skills in a setting with a culturally diverse client population. Upon completion, students should be able to use observational and interactional skills to relate effectively with clients under the guidance/direction of eldwork supervisors.
OTA 162 Fieldwork I-Placement 2 (0-3-1)
Prerequisites: OTA 120 and OTA 140 Corequisite: OTA 130
This course provides introductory-level clinical training opportunities. Emphasis is placed on observational and basic interactional skills in a setting with a culturally diverse client population. Upon completion, students should be able to use observational and interactional skills to relate effectively with clients under the guidance/direction of eldwork supervisors.
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