OCTH 533 - Occupational Performance and Older Adults

Institution:

Eastern Washington University

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Description:

Prerequisite: Admission to the MOT program and successful completion of all course work in the professional curriculum to this point. This course is designed to provide the learner with an understanding of the theoretical basis and practice skills applied in the occupational therapy assessment/evaluation, intervention and consultation for persons who are aging. The course will address multiple topics related to aging including: 1) a review of the physiological and psychological aspects of typical aging and the relationship to occupational performance, 2) the development of occupational therapy evaluation and intervention skills for common health conditions affecting functional performance in the aging population and 3) current and emerging issues in occupational therapy geriatric practice.

Credits:

6.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ewu.edu

Phone Number:

(509) 359-6200

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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