OTD 5113 Occupational Therapy Fundamentals
This course explores the history and development of the occupational therapy profession as well as the philosophies informing the occupational therapy domain and process. Students will be introduced to the AOTA Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics, the AOTA Standards of Practice, and the Occupational Therapy Practice Framework Domain & Process, 4th Edition, (OTPF-4), as a basis for learning the varying roles of the occupational therapy professional. Official documents that guide the profession, sociocultural changes, and trends that influence modern occupational therapy practice, and the public healthcare landscape, will be discussed. An overview of essential professional, occupational therapy, and occupational science-specific terminology to promote efficient and accurate communication of occupational therapy services. A introduction of scientific evidence to support the balancing of areas of occupation and the role of occupation in the promotion of health and wellness.
Lab Hours
0
Lecture Hours
3
Prerequisite
Acceptance into OTD Program