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2020-2021 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Courses
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Occupational Therapy Assistant |
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OTHA 1000 - Intro to Occupational Therapy 3 credit(s)
This course provides students with an introduction to occupational therapy and the role of the occupational therapy assistant. Topics include history, development, philosophy, role delineation, supervision, scope of practice, ethics, values, and practice framework of the professional. The role of occupational therapy in health care, community based and educational systems are also explored.
Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
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OTHA 1020 - Theory & Evidence Based Practice 3 credit(s)
This course provides knowledge of global social issues, health and wellness needs of populations, and practical consideration of those at risk for social injustice, occupational deprivation, and disparity in the receipt of services. This course addresses the role and responsibility of advocacy for services to effect changes in community and recognize opportunities for emerging practice areas.
Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
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OTHA 1210 - Occupational Activity Analysis 3 credit(s)
Prerequisite (taken before):
Observation, analysis and performance of occupation, while utilizing the practice framework will be emphasized in this course. Students will select, analyze, adapt, grade and use client-centered therapeutic activities to promote engagement in occupations.
Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
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OTHA 1220 - Community-Centered Practice 3 credit(s)
Prerequisite (taken before):
This course provides knowledge of global social issues, health and wellness needs of populations, and practical consideration of those at risk for social injustice, occupational deprivation, and disparity in the receipt of services. This course addresses the role and responsibility of advocacy for services to effect changes in community and recognize opportunities for emerging practice areas.
Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
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OTHA 1240 - Pediatric/Adolescent Practice 4 credit(s)
Prerequisite (taken before): and
This course introduces the student to the etiology, symptoms, prognosis, and treatment of pediatric and adolescent disorders, as well as, normal and abnormal human growth and development and its impact on occupational performance. Topics include development of observation skills, play, handling techniques, and knowledge of pediatric evaluations and assessments.
Contact Hours: Class- 60 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
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OTHA 2000 - Gerontology & Physical Disabilities Practice 4 credit(s)
Prerequisite (taken before):
This course introduces the student to the etiology, symptoms, prognosis, and treatment of conditions commonly treated in geriatric and physical rehabilitation and the impact on occupational performance. The course provides the student with the role and clinical knowledge of occupational therapy assistant in gerontology and physical disability practice and the clinical knowledge of skills required to provide intervention to a variety of physical dysfunctions.
Contact Hours: Class- 60 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
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OTHA 2050 - Fieldwork Practicum Level I-A 2 credit(s)
Prerequisite (taken before): OTHA 1240 - Pediatric/Adolescent Practice
This course provides students with approximately forty five hours of observation and opportunities for students to apply occupational therapy principles and techniques with a psychological and social factor emphasis.
Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 45 Internship- 0
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OTHA 2400 - Mental Health & Psychosocial Practice 3 credit(s)
This course provides students with the role of the occupational therapy assistant in the psychosocial area of occupational therapy practice. Students learn skills necessary to assess, implement and document intervention in a variety of mental health settings. Topics such as group dynamics, therapeutic use of self and the importance or balancing areas of occupation with the achievement of health and wellness for clients are expired.
Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
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OTHA 2410 - Functional Neuroanatomy 3 credit(s)
Prerequisite (taken before): or BIOS 2250 General Anatomy & Physiology I & or BIOS 2260 General Anatomy & Physiology II
This course provides students with knowledge of the anatomical and physiological organization of the central nervous system. Students will gain an understanding of how the brain is involved in movement, learning, memory and daily functioning and apply it to the occupational therapy process and practice.
Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
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OTHA 2440 - Fieldwork Practicum Level I-B 2 credit(s)
Prerequisite (taken before):
This course provides students with approximately forty five hours of observation and opportunities for students to apply occupational therapy principles and techniques. Placements are to provide hands on learning and participation under the direction of the fieldwork educators.
Contact Hours: Class- 15 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 45 Internship- 0
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OTHA 2470 - Documentation & Professional Skills 2 credit(s)
Prerequisite (taken before): and
This course enables students to gain further insights into professional responsibilities in the occupational therapy process and profession. This course also provides students with the opportunity to further enhance documentation skills and rational for services across diverse practice settings.
Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
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OTHA 2500 - Ethics, Management & Leadership 2 credit(s)
Prerequisite (taken before):
This course provides students with the knowledge of the occupational therapy assistant in management and leadership skills. Students will gain a further understanding of ethical provision of services, department management, advocacy, resume and interviewing skills, national and state regulations, program development in new or expanding programs, supervision, reimbursement and professional development skill sets.
Contact Hours: Class- 30 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
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OTHA 2700 - Functional Kinesiology 3 credit(s)
Prerequisite (taken before): or BIOS 2250 General Anatomy & Physiology I & or BIOS 2260 General Anatomy & Physiology II
This course enables students to link and apply their knowledge of anatomy and physiology to study muscles and their functions. A focus will be placed on skills related to the measurement, prevention and management of muscle, joint and soft tissues as it relates to occupational performance.
Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
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OTHA 2900 - Fieldwork Practicum Level II-A 7 credit(s)
Prerequisite (taken before):
The fieldwork course provides students with full time experience in a variety of settings, such as mental health, physical disabilities, geriatric, pediatric, and/or community based practice working under the supervision of an occupational therapists or occupational therapy assistant.
Contact Hours: Class- 0 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 315 Internship- 0
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OTHA 2950 - Fieldwork Practicum Level II-B 7 credit(s)
This second fieldwork course provides students with full time experience in a variety of settings, such as mental health, physical disabilities, geriatric, pediatric, and/or community based practice working under the supervision of an occupational therapists or occupational therapy assistant. This fieldwork experience prepares the student to develop competent, entry-level skill sets as an occupational therapy assistant.
Contact Hours: Class- 0 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 315 Internship- 0
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