OTA 231 OTA and Special Settings

Introduces specialized and emerging practice areas in occupational therapy. Emphasizes OTA roles in diverse settings.

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All first, second and third quarter OTA classes

Summer

Promote quality of life, well-being, and occupational engagement for individuals, groups, and populations by considering cultural, physical, social, and contextual factors.
Contribute to the evaluation process by assisting with the occupational profile and administering assessments as delegated by the occupational therapist.
Demonstrate safe and effective training in the use of prosthetic devices to enhance occupational performance and participation.
Explain the collaborative roles and responsibilities between occupational therapy practitioners when providing care in specialized or emerging practice settings.
Demonstrate knowledge of telehealth, virtual environments, and electronic documentation systems in the delivery of occupational therapy services.
Assist in the implementation of interventions that support participation, health, wellness, and chronic condition management through remediation and adaptation strategies.
Demonstrate support of the occupational therapist in the discharge planning process by collaborating with members of the interprofessional team by identifying client and caregiver needs, available resources, and the discharge environment.