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Course Criteria
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4.00 Credits
A continuation of the OTS 1131 course. Emphasis is placed upon the OTA in the evaluative process, treatment role, and documentation for the patient population related to physical dysfunction. The role of the OTA across the continuum of care is viewed. Systematic examination of the OTA in the treatment process and appropriate problem-solving is encouraged. Level I fieldwork is a component part of this course offering. Corequisites: OTAS 2200, ALHE 2050, OTAS 2250, OTAS 2260. Prerequisites: OTAS 1100, OTAS 1104, OTAS 1105, OTAS 1111, OTAS 1115, OTAS 1121, OTAS 1131, OTAS 1140, OTAS 1145, ALHE 1115. Offered: Summer
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3.00 Credits
Etiology, diagnosis, and treatment of psychiatric conditions encountered in the clinical setting by Occupational Therapy Assistants. Occupational therapy treatment techniques for remediation and prevention across the life-span continuum are covered. Recognition of the use of psychotropic medications in psychiatric treatment and corresponding possible side effects are studied. Level I fieldwork observations and field trips will be part of this course. Corequisites: OTAS 1121, OTAS 1131, OTAS 1145. Prerequisites: OTAS 1100, OTAS 1104, OTAS 1111, OTAS 1105, ALHE 1115. Offered: Spring
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3.00 Credits
Examination of the process of evaluation, treatment, and documentation for the OTA in settings working with a caseload involving developmental dysfunction. Emphasis is placed on developmental factors across ages and populations. Adaptive coping techniques and skills will be explored, with focus on practical problem-solving. Level I fieldwork placement will be a component part of this course offering. Corequisites: OTAS 1121. Prerequisites: OTAS 1100, OTAS 1105, ALHE 1115. Offered: Spring
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3.00 Credits
The use and modification of adaptive devices and equipment is studied. Creative problem-solving regarding specific medical conditions is encouraged through the development of adaptive equipment. Proper patient positioning in the therapeutic and home environment is examined. Further development of static and dynamic splinting skill techniques for diverse patient treatment needs will be learned. The ability to analyze and problem-solve regarding overcoming environmental barriers is fostered. Issues related to increasing safety and functional mobility are explored. Corequisites: OTAS 1132, OTAS 2250, OTAS 2260, ALHE 2050. Prerequisites: OTAS 1100, OTAS 1104, OTAS 1105, OTAS 1111, OTAS 1121, OTAS 1131, OTAS 1140, OTAS 1145, ALHE 1115. Offered: Summer.
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2.00 Credits
A lecture and laboratory course designed to develop skills for group leadership in the diverse practice areas of occupational therapy. Techniques for therapeutic group treatment in relevant health care practice areas will be presented. Groups related to patient education will be covered in this course offering. Emphasis will be placed upon the therapeutic use of self in the group treatment process. An environment conducive to experiential learning, with the student actively practicing group leadership skills, will be fostered. Knowledge developed in the Psychosocial Dysfunction and Treatment course, OTAS 1140, and the Personal and Professional Development course, OTAS 2100, will be applied in this setting. Corequisites: OTAS 1132, OTAS 2200, ALHE 2050, OTAS 2260. Prerequisites: OTAS 1100, OTAS 1104, OTAS 1105, OTAS 1111, OTAS 1121, OTAS 1131, OTAS 1140, OTAS 1145, ALHE 1115. Offered: Summer.
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2.00 Credits
This course enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts learned in the didactic coursework to the clinic. Topics include diagnoses seen, treatment environments, and treatments for areas of occupation including ADL, IADL, education, work, play, leisure, and social participation. Students will be required to develop applications for enabling function for mental health and physical weel-being through occupational therapy assessment/evaluation, intervention, and patient/client education. Techniques and applications used in traditional and non- traditional practice settings will be explored. Students will develop an awareness of activity demands, contexts, adapting, grading, and safe implementation of occupations or activities. Course will also create a discussion forum addressing events, skills, knowledge, and/or behaviors related to the practice environment. This will include legal and ethical behavior, safety practices, interpersonal and teamwork skills, and appropriate written and verbal communication skills using the terminology of the occupation. Test-taking strategies for certification exams and the process for getting licensed will also be presented. Prerequisites: OTAS 1100, OTAS 1104, OTAS 1105, OTAS 1111, OTAS 1121, OTAS 1131, OTAS 1140, OTAS 1145. Corequisites: ALHE 2050, OTAS 1132, OTAS 2200, OTAS 2250. Offered: Summer.
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3.00 Credits
Full-time fieldwork experience following the completion of all didactic course work. The fieldwork program involves students in experiences with clients, patients, therapists, and others in the health care community. Participation in Level II fieldwork placements allows application of classroom theory and academic knowledge base. The fieldwork will be available in various settings providing opportunities for experience with diverse patient/client populations. The student fieldwork intern will experience various service delivery models reflective of current practice in the profession. Fieldwork internships are carried out in accordance with contractual agreements with health are facilities. Level II fieldwork internships are an integral part of the educational process and must be successfully completed within 18 months of the end of didactic course work. Prerequisites: Completion of all didactic course work. Offered: Fall
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3.00 Credits
Full-time fieldwork experience following the completion of all didactic course work. The fieldwork program involves students in experiences with clients, patients, therapists, and others in the health care community. Participation in Level II fieldwork placements allows application of classroom theory and academic knowledge base. The fieldwork will be available in various settings providing opportunities for experience with diverse patient/client populations. The student fieldwork intern will experience various service delivery models reflective of current practice in the profession. Fieldwork internships are carried out in accordance with contractual agreements with health care facilities. Level II fieldwork internships are an integral part of the educational process and must be successfully completed within 18 months of the end of didactic course work. Prerequisites: Completion of all didactic course work. Offered: Fall
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces the paralegal profession and the structure, function, and procedures of the legal system. Courtroom procedures, preparation of documents, case analysis, legal reasoning, career opportunities, certification, and professional affiliations will be explored with an emphasis on issues of ethics and confidentiality. Corequisite: Minimum COMPASS reading score of 74 or enrollment in READ 0099. Prerequisite: None. Offered: Fall
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3.00 Credits
This course provides an introduction to the substantive areas of law, including contracts, property, torts, estates and probate, and criminal law, with an emphasis on developing practical paralegal skills. Students will analyze complex factual scenarios and will develop basic legal research and writing skills. Co-requisite: Minimum COMPASS reading score of 74 or enrollment in READ 0099. Prerequisite: None. Offered: Fall Semester, Odd Years.
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