Occupational Therapy Assistant

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OCTH 111 Introduction to Occupational Therapy 3

Acceptance into OTA program
 Introduces the student to the profession of Occupational Therapy (OT), including its definition, history, philosophy, and theories upon which the practice of occupational therapy is built. The practice of OT is fully explored, including the process of therapeutic intervention in multiple settings. The student is also introduced to basic OT skills, including patient interaction, observation, activity analysis, creative problem solving, documentation, and clinical reasoning skills. Two credit hours of lecture, two credit hours of lab. This course meets the requirement for an oral communication course.
OCTH 112 Applied Anatomy and Kinesiology 3
Prerequisites: BIOL 101; OCTH 111
 Designed to introduce the student to the basic principles of biomechanics and kinesiology as they pertain to human movement. The student will learn to identify anatomical landmarks through palpation skills, perform manual muscle testing and goniometry, and be introduced to transfer skills, body mechanics, and principles of exercise. Particular emphasis will be placed on movement of the upper extremity, especially as it occurs while engaged in activities of daily living. Two hours lecture, four hours lab. This course meets the requirement for an oral communication course (see Communication Requirements in the Academic Section of the Academic Bulletin).
OCTH 121 Psychosocial Issues in Occupational Therapy 4
Prerequisites: OCTH 112; PSYC 124; PSYC 128
Corequisites: OCTH 122
 Provides a perspective of psychosocial issues across the human life span. It will provide the student with the basic knowledge regarding the role of occupational therapy in a psychosocial setting; etiology, clinical features, and prognosis of mental health diagnoses; historical and current OT theories; and documentation. This course will provide the OTA student with the opportunity to practice clinical skills and conduct groups for a variety of persons with psychosocial dysfunctions. An emphasis will be placed upon the importance of incorporating the psychosocial components of evaluation and treatment in all clinical settings. Two credit hours of lecture, four credit hours of lab. This course meets the requirement for an oral communication course (see Communication Requirements in the Academic Section of the Academic Bulletin).
OCTH 122 Psychosocial Occupational Therapy Practicum 1
Prerequisites: OCTH 111
Corequisites: OCTH 121
 Level I fieldwork experience is designed to enrich OCTH 121 by providing an opportunity for the student to have clinical experience under the supervision of occupational therapists or other professionals in a mental health setting. The student will gain experience in patient contact, professionalism, observation and reporting skills, and in individual and group client treatment. Some sessions will be held on campus for the purposes of planning/organizing activities and sharing of experiences. Five credit hours of clinical.
OCTH 131 Therapeutic Media and Technology 2
Prerequisites: OCTH 111; OCTH 112
Corequisites: OCTH 121
This is a service learning course

 Provides the student exposure to technologies available to the patient population through the life span. Students will gain an understanding of therapeutic media available to all ages and populations. This class encourages hands-on experiences with media in order for the student to experience a variety of media while simulating a patient's experience with therapeutic intervention.
OCTH 211 Occupational Therapy in Geriatrics 4
Prerequisites: BIOL 125; ENGL 144; OCTH 121; OCTH 122
Corequisites: OCTH 212; OCTH 213; OCTH 214
This is a service learning course.

 Introduces the student to aging and its effects on the human body and spirit. Multiple geriatric treatment settings where occupational therapy assistants work are discussed along with related ethical, documentation, and legal issues. Students will identify common diseases in the elderly population, apply principles of evaluation and treatment techniques, and identify methods to promote health, function, and quality of life in the geriatric population. Also included are the concepts of cultural diversity in the aging population and working with families and caregivers. Two credit hours of lecture, four credit hours of lab. This course meets the requirement for an oral communication course (see Communications Requirements in the Academic Section of the Academic Bulletin).
OCTH 212 Geriatric Occupational Therapy Practice 1
Prerequisites: BIOL 125; ENGL 144; OCTH 121; OCTH 122
Corequisites: OCTH 211; OCTH 213; OCTH 214
 Level I fieldwork experience is designed to enrich OCTH 211 by providing the student with an opportunity to gain clinical experience in a geriatric setting under the supervision of a certified OT practitioner or other qualified professional. The focus of the learning experience includes observation, written and verbal communication, professional behavior, and group and individual participation with the elderly. Students will demonstrate skills in the use of selected evaluation and treatment procedures; gather and organize data; and build on their interpersonal skills to foster professional behavior with patients, clients, and staff. Four credit hours clinical.
OCTH 213 Occupational Therapy in Physical Dysfunction 4
Prerequisites: BIOL 125; ENGL 144; OCTH 121; OCTH 122
Corequisites: OCTH 211; OCTH 212; OCTH 214
This is a service learning course.

 Designed to provide students with an understanding of the occupational therapy process in physical disabilities resulting from illness, disabling conditions, or injury. Also covered are the history and theory of OT in a physical disabilities setting; the psychosocial aspects of physical disability; and documentation, reimbursement, and management of OT services in a variety of physical dysfunction treatment settings. Students are provided with extensive hands-on labs to experience and gain competency in a variety of evaluation and treatment techniques. Two credit hours of lecture, four credit hours of lab. This course meets the requirement for an oral communication course (see Communication Requirements in the Academic Section of the Academic Bulletin).
OCTH 214 Physical Dysfunction Occupational Therapy Practicum 1
Prerequisites: BIOL 125; ENGL 144; OCTH 121; OCTH 122
Corequisites: OCTH 211; OCTH 212; OCTH 213
 Level I fieldwork experience is designed to enrich OCTH 213 by providing an opportunity for the student to have clinical experience under the supervision of OT practitioners or other qualified professionals in a physical dysfunction setting. The student will gain experience in patient contact, professionalism, observation, reporting skills, and assisting with selected evaluation and treatment techniques. Some sessions will be held on campus for the purposes of planning/organizing activities and sharing experiences. Four credit hours of clinical.
OCTH 221 Occupational Therapy in Pediatrics 4
Prerequisites: OCTH 211; OCTH 213
Corequisites: OCTH 222; OCTH 223
This is a service learning course

 Introduces students to entry-level pediatric occupational therapy skills. Teaching methods will include lecture and lab experiences which will emphasize critical thinking, adaptation, and hands-on learning. This course will address typical and atypical child development, common pediatric diagnoses, (which may benefit from occupational therapy services), as well as the role of occupational therapy in a variety of pediatric settings. The primary focus of this course will be for students to acquire adequate occupational therapy treatment techniques necessary for service provision to children, premature through adolescence. Students will be encouraged to understand their personal and professional abilities within the pediatric arena. Course content will also include the following: appropriate communication skills with children, family, staff, and community members; cultural and ethical awareness; reimbursement issues unique to pediatrics; and legal aspects which affect children's services. Two credit hours of lecture, four credit hours of lab. This course meets the requirement for an oral communication course (see Communication Requirements in the Academic Section of the Academic Bulletin).
OCTH 222 Pediatric Occupational Therapy Practicum 1
Prerequisites: OCTH 211; OCTH 213
Corequisites: OCTH 221; OCTH 223
 Level I fieldwork experience is designed to enrich OCTH 221 by providing an opportunity for the student to have clinical experience under the supervision of occupational therapy practitioners or other qualified professionals in a pediatric setting. The student will gain experience in patient contact, professionalism, observation and reporting skills, and assisting with selected pediatric evaluation and treatment techniques. Some sessions will also be held on campus for the purposes of planning/organizing activities and sharing experiences. Four credit hours of clinical.
OCTH 223 Professional Issues in Occupational Therapy 3
Prerequisites: OCTH 211; OCTH 213
Corequisites: OCTH 221; OCTH 222
This is a service learning course.

 Begins preparation of the student for transition from the role of a student to the role of a professional. The student is prepared for Level II Fieldwork experience by reinforcing his or her knowledge of components of the occupational therapy process, using individual and group problem-solving tasks related to both clinical and ethical problems. Case studies will provide an opportunity for the student to further refine his or her clinical reasoning skills. The student learns the skills necessary to assist in the establishment and maintenance of an occupational therapy clinic, to participate in OT research and quality assurance/improvement, to become an advocate for the profession, and to become a lifelong learner. Two credit hours of lecture, two credit hours of lab. This course meets the requirement for an oral communication course (see Communication Requirements in the Academic Section of the Academic Bulletin).
OCTH 231 Supervised Clinical Practice I 4
Prerequisites: OCTH 223
Corequisites: OCTH 233
 Provides an opportunity for each student to experience the role of an occupational therapy assistant under the supervision of a certified occupational therapy practitioner. This Level II Fieldwork experience provides students with real-life situations in which they can continue to apply knowledge and skills learned in the classroom, develop clinical reasoning skills, and build on their interpersonal skills to foster professional working relationships with clients and staff. This course must be completed within 18 months following completion of academic preparation. 40 clinical hours/week for eight weeks.
OCTH 232 Supervised Clinical Practice II 4
Prerequisites: OCTH 231
Corequisites: OCTH 233
 Provides an opportunity for each student to experience the role of an occupational therapy assistant under the supervision of a certified occupational therapy practitioner in a clinical setting that differs from OCTH 231. This Level II Fieldwork experience provides students with real-life situations in which they can continue to apply knowledge and skills learned in the classroom, develop clinical reasoning skills, and build on their interpersonal skills to foster professional working relationships with clients and staff. This course must be completed within 18 months following completion of academic preparation. 40 clinical hours/week for eight weeks.
OCTH 233 Seminar for Clinical Practice 1
Prerequisites: OCTH 223
Corequisites: OCTH 231; OCTH 232
 Focuses on preparation and application for the certification exam and professional employment skills including: resume writing, job interviewing skills, and job applications. Time is also allowed for sharing of individual experiences in Level II fieldwork. Meets four times during each Level II fieldwork, two credit hours of lecture each time.