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Occupational Therapy (OCTA)
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OCTA 1000 – Introduction to Occupational Therapy -
2 Credits
This course provides an overview of occupational therapy that
includes the history, philosophy and theoretical foundations of the profession,
as well as current issues in the field. Treatment models are discussed in regard
to factors, which contribute to health, wellness and dysfunction, as well as the
impact of multicultural factors in treatment. The relationship of the certified occupational therapy
assistant to other health professionals is explored. Professional standards and
ethics are addressed, including state regulations, credentialing requirements, and
membership in professional organizations. Lecture: 2 hours (2.5 hours in summer
session due to condensed time frame)
OCTA 1010 – Fundamentals of Treatment I - 4 Credits
This course covers collaboration with the Occupational Therapist
in data gathering, evaluation, treatment planning and treatment implementation that
is designed to improve occupational performance. It offers experiential learning
in the analysis, selection, use, adjustment, adaptation and fabrication of assistive
devices, as well as appropriate documentation of all aspects of the therapy process.
Lecture: 3 hours, Lab: 3 hours
OCTA 1020 – Wellness and Pathology - 3Credits
This course uses the concept of a wellness and pathology continuum
to focus on the study of diagnoses frequently seen in clients referred for occupational
therapy services. It addresses the impact of these illnesses on performance components
and performance areas, as well as the typical outcome expected as a result of therapy.
Lecture: 3 hours
OCTA 1030 – Fundamentals of Treatment II - 4 Credits
This course approaches the concept of activity analysis through
the definition of occupational performance areas, task components and occupational
challenges. Individual and group activities are analyzed and graded in the context
of relevant occupational environments. (Prerequisite: OCTA 1010, 1070,
RHAB
1110) Lecture: 3 hours, Lab: 3 hours
OCTA 1040 – Gerontologic Occupational Therapy - 3 Credits
This course examines the aging process and offers an overview
of medical conditions and precautions associated with treatment of the elderly client.
Therapeutic modalities of treatment are practiced in the laboratory setting.
(Prerequisite: OCTA 1010, 1070, RHAB
1110) Lecture: 2 hours,
Lab: 2.5 hours
OCTA 1050 – Pediatric Occupational Therapy - 4 Credits
This course examines the physical and social needs of the growing
child and explores their impact on the learning and adaptation processes that accompany
the development of performance skills. It includes an overview of diseases and disabilities
that may affect children seen in school-based occupational therapy, accompanied
by theory and practice as it relates to this population. (Prerequisite: (Prerequisite:
OCTA 1010, 1070, RHAB
1110) Lecture: 3 hours, Lab: 3 hours
OCTA 1060 – Fieldwork I - 1 Credit
This is the first clinical experience in which the student participates.
It consists of a combination of 40 hours of fieldwork in a variety of practice settings
located within the Lifespan Health Care System. (Prerequisite: OCTA 1010,
1070, RHAB
1110) Fieldwork, 40 hrs/wk.; 2 post-conference hours
OCTA 1070 – Tests and Measurements for Occupational Therapy Assistants - 2 Credits
This course focuses on the methodology for joint measurement
and manual muscle testing. Emphasis is placed on the study of the upper
extremities. Lecture: 1 hour, Lab: 2 hours
OCTA 1080 – Therapeutic Activity Group Skills - 2 Credits
Therapeutic activity groups are frequently used in physical rehabilitation
facilities, nursing homes, mental health programs and wellness programs. This course
provides students with opportunity to explore the use of group activity for therapeutic
effect. Students design their own group and conduct it in the community setting.
There is an emphasis on occupational therapy framework and theory in designing groups.
Lecture: 2 hours
OCTA 2010 – Psychosocial Occupational Therapy - 4 Credits
This course reviews psychiatric disorders and the interdisciplinary
approach to the treatment of conditions commonly exhibited in clients referred to
occupational therapy in a mental health setting. Topics of discussion include clinical
description and etiology of mental health diagnoses, use of the clinical team, legal
issues, nomenclature and alternatives to hospitalization, including outpatient programs,
supervised living apartments, group homes and case management. Use of therapeutic
groups and 1:1 interventions and treatment are practiced in lab. (Prerequisite:
OCTA 1010, 1020, 1030, 1040, 1050, 1060, 1070, 1080, RHAB
1110) Lecture: 4 hours,
Lab: 4.5 hours
OCTA 2020 – Physical Rehabilitation - 4 Credits
This course teaches techniques for management of physical dysfunction
cases typically referred to occupational therapy. Topics include screening, evaluation,
treatment planning and implementation, interventions and prevention techniques as
utilized by occupational therapy assistants in a variety of clinical settings. Supervision
concepts and reimbursement systems are discussed. Therapeutic intervention and treatment
modalities are practiced in the laboratory setting. (Prerequisite: OCTA 1010,
1020, 1030, 1040, 1050, 1060, 1070, 1080, RHAB
1110) Lecture: 4 hours, Lab:
4.5 hours
OCTA 2030 – Service Delivery and Management - 8 Credits
This course consists of two different fieldwork assignments,
each of which lasts eight weeks. It is designed to assist the student with transitioning
into the clinical setting, where he/she will apply the clinical reasoning skills
learned in the OTA program. (Prerequisite: OCTA 1010, 1020, 1030, 1040, 1050,
1060, 1070, 1080, 2010, 2020, RHAB
1110; Corequisite OCTA 2040) Fieldwork:
32-40 hours
OCTA 2040 – Service Delivery and Management Seminar -
2 Credits
This course consists of lecture, demonstration, group discussion,
student presentation and fieldwork assignments that are designed to assist the student
with transitioning from the classroom to the clinic setting. It allows students
to share their fieldwork experiences with peers, expanding the knowledge base that
each student will take into employment. (Prerequisite: OCTA 1010, 1020, 1030,
1040, 1050, 1060, 1070, 1080, 2010, 2020, RHAB
1110; Corequisite OCTA 2030) Lecture: 2 hours
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