OCTH 101 — INTRODUCTION TO OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY (minimum grade ≥B required)
Learning Objectives & Matches
1. Demonstrate knowledge of the history of occupational therapy (OT) and the philosophical beliefs surrounding occupation
Conduct research in occupational therapy.
Work under the direction of occupational therapists to plan, implement, or administer educational, vocational, or recreational programs that restore or enhance performance in individuals with functional impairments.
Consult with other professionals, agencies, or universities to discuss therapies, treatments, counseling resources or techniques, and to share occupational information.
Transport patients to and from the occupational therapy work area.
Transport patients to and from the occupational therapy work area.
Assist occupational therapists in planning, implementing, and administering therapy programs to restore, reinforce, and enhance performance, using selected activities and special equipment.
Consult with rehabilitation team to select activity programs or coordinate occupational therapy with other therapeutic activities.
Plan, organize, and conduct occupational therapy programs in hospital, institutional, or community settings to help rehabilitate persons with disabilities because of illness, injury or psychological or developmental problems.
Implement, or assist occupational therapists with implementing, treatment plans designed to help clients function independently.
Develop and test theories concerning the origin and development of past cultures.