OTA 231 OTA and Special Settings
This course focuses on the settings which require the OT assistant to be an independent self-starter. Occupational therapy practice in a variety of settings are covered.
Cross Listed Courses
n/a
Prerequisite
All first, second and third quarter OTA classes
Offered
Summer
Outcomes
- Express support for the quality of life, well-being, and occupation of the individual, group, or population to promote physical and mental health and prevention of injury and disease considering the context
- Describe the role of the occupational therapy assistant in care coordination, case management, and transition services in traditional and emerging practice environments.
- Provide training in the use of prosthetic devices.
- Recognize and communicate the need to refer to specialists (both internal and external to the profession) for consultation and intervention.
- Identify and explain the need for supervisory roles, responsibilities, and collaborative professional relationships between the occupational therapist and the occupational therapy assistant, particularly in specialized settings.
- Contribute towards the evaluation process of client occupational performance through screenings and assessment tools
- Demonstrate knowledge of telehealth technology and how it is utilized in providing occupational therapy services
Instructional Mode:
Hybrid