Essential Skills

Contact Information

Kimberly Crealey Rouillier
krouillier@ccri.edu
401-851-1668

Michael A. Nardone
Mnardone1@ccri.edu
401-851-1667

Deborah Watson
dwatson@ccri.edu
401-851-1673

Students must possess the following abilities or be able to perform them with reasonable accommodations. These essentials are:

To abide by the policies and procedures of CCRI, as detailed in the CCRI Student Handbook, the OTA Student Orientation Manual and the Fieldwork Manual.
To adhere to the AOTA Code of Ethics and the current Occupational Therapy Practice Framework, which delineates the scope of practice for Occupational Therapy Practitioners.
To handle the stress, physical demands and cognitive workload of an evening/weekend program averaging 12 credits per semester.
Manual dexterity sufficient to perform therapeutic activities and procedures with individuals of all ages.
To provide treatment/intervention/education to individuals of all cultures from across the lifespan without prejudice.
To observe, gather and report data, both verbally and in writing.
Independent mobility to move from class to class and within designated work areas at assigned fieldwork sites.
To comprehend and effectively communicate in the English language (orally and in writing), using appropriate grammar and vocabulary.
Computer literacy at a level sufficient for word processing and treatment documentation.
Hearing and/or vision accompanied by sound judgment to respond quickly in emergencies.
To consult and collaborate with peers, faculty, OT practitioners and other members of the community.
Physical strength to assist in transfers or the ability to provide verbal instruction to caregivers.
Physical strength to reposition clients or ability to provide verbal instruction to caregivers.
To follow universal precautions, including donning of personal protective equipment.
To demonstrate values of caring, understanding, and responsiveness to the needs of individuals residing in the state of Rhode Island.