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  • 3.00 Credits

    This is the first of a two-course sequence that explores alterations in body function and system or organ failure that can occur as the result of disease or illness. This course will address dysfunctions, illnesses or injuries that impact occupational performance. Medications used in the treatment of these illnesses or dysfunctions will be incorporated throughout the semester. The language of medicine will be integrated throughout the course using both oral and written communication. Cultural differences and gender, ethnic, and economic disparities in health care will be identified. 3 credits
  • 2.00 Credits

    This is the first of two courses that explore development and change across the lifespan. Major theories of developmental psychology are reviewed with application to student observations of infants, children, adolescents, adults, and the elderly. Consideration is given to the balance of constitutional/biological and contextual influences on the emergence of milestones and occupational choices. 2 credits
  • 2.00 Credits

    This is the second in a sequence of two courses (OTFY 4320, 4330 and GMOT 6320, 6330) which explore human development throughout the lifespan. The class begins with a discussion of the demographics of theories about aging, and psychosocial development of the adolescent, adult, and older adult. Culture, gender, ethnicity, generation and personality are discussed as they influence development over time. Following this, four major time periods are explored in depth including adolescence, transition to
  • 3.00 Credits

    Introduces the profession of OT including history, philosophy, theoretical foundations and principles of occupation. Explores the scope of practice including the range of disabilities served and assessment and treatment strategies. Explores professional issues of patient care, code of ethics, professional relationships and professional organizations. 3 credits
  • 1.00 Credits

    This lab introduces students to activities and the use of occupations. Students are expected to use the language of the Occupational Therapy Practice Framework and the principles of activity analysis during lab activities. All activities are analyzed as a part of lab tasks. Students are expected to actively participate in all lab activities, and able to articulate how these skills relate not only to adaptation but also to the tasks in clients' everyday lives. 1 credit
  • 1.00 Credits

    The content lab introduces students to basic healthcare tasks as well as tasks that occupational therapists perform as part of service delivery. Activities include but are not limited to taking vital signs, basic wheelchair parts adjustment, infection control, and use of adaptive equipment in ADLs. Students are required to demonstrate competence in assigned activities. 1 credit
  • 4.00 Credits

    This course is designed to explore occupation-based practice for persons requiring psychosocial rehabilitation across a variety of occupational therapy settings. Mental illness or dysfunction is associated with diminishment or loss of ability to perform valued occupations, fulfill valued socio-cultural roles, and participate meaningfully in life contexts. Students develop theoretical knowledge and practical skills in approaches to client-centered practice that focus on the person from childhood through old age, his or her occupations, and access to participation in life context. Individual and group approaches to evaluation, intervention are included. Students exercise skills in observation, evaluation, intervention, and documentation of needs and services. They also develop their knowledge of mental health promotion and illness prevention for people with psychosocial dysfunction and for the well community. The development of clinical reasoning is fostered through a variety of academic and clinical experiences, including Level I fieldwork in a mental health setting. Identification of clients' needs for living and working successfully in their local communities leads students to investigate community resources that address those needs and may suggest new arenas and avenues of support for occupational therapy practice to address needs that remain unmet. 4 credits
  • 4.00 Credits

    The course provides instruction to significant aspects of human anatomy with respect to physician assistant practice. Lecture instruction as well as prosected dissection in cadaver lab are methods used to convey material. Clinical application of anatomic structure and function are emphasized. 4 credits
  • 2.00 Credits

    An overview of psychiatric concepts and an introductory approach to the evaluation of patients with emotional problems, in preparation for clinical rotations. Includes the various psychiatric syndromes, in terms of causal factors, clinical presentation, diagnosis, treatment and outcome. The impact that psychological problems have on the total health care of the patient will be emphasized. 2 credits
  • 3.00 Credits

    The fundamentals of the morphopathological changes found in the different organs of the body in order to interpret the various disease states affecting the human body. Gross and microscopic specimens are used to provide a clear understanding of the disease processes. 3 credits
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