OTA 2520 - Adulthood and Aging

Institution:

Jamestown Community College

Subject:

Occupational Therapy

Description:

This course will help students focus on the role occupational therapy plays in working with older adults and families across the continuum of care. Students will learn the influence aging processes has on physical, sensory, and cognitive functions and their relationship to functional capabilities. Psychosocial aspects of aging and how environment, culture, and values impact lifestyle and occupational performance will be discussed. Theories, issues, and clinical skills specific to practice in geriatric rehabilitation, home health care, long term care, adult day care programs, and community practice, including wellness and prevention programs, are addressed. Prerequisite: OTA 1520. Campus and term: J fall

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture/Lab

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Institution Website:

www.sunyjcc.edu

Phone Number:

(716) 338-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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