10-514-171Introduction to Occupational Therapy
Course Information
Description
Provides an overview of history, philosophy, ethics, and scope of occupational therapy practice. Examines legal responsibilities, professional resources, and organization. Students practice basic skills related to therapeutic relationships and determine their own suitability to a career in occupational therapy.
Total Credits
3
Course Competencies
  1. Explore the scope of practice in delivery systems for an OT
    Assessment Strategies
    through experience with practicing therapists
    though a reflection (format may be oral, written, or graphic)
    Criteria
    you identify the practice areas
    you identify OTA domain and process within real-world practice settings
    you verify whether or not OTA is an appropriate career choice for you
    you relate the OTA role within practice areas
    you relate how the OTA works with other team members

  2. Summarize the importance of the history and philosophy base of OT
    Assessment Strategies
    in a written, oral or graphic reflection
    Criteria
    you trace the of history OT
    you recognize the contributions of women to the establishment of the profession in the 1800s and early 1900s
    you evaluate the congruence between the philosophical base of OT and your own value system
    you describe how the philosophy of profession advocated for social justice
    you describe the link between past history and current practice
    you articulate current practice issues for the OTA
    you compare the philosophy of OT and other professions in the field
    you develop socio-historical understanding of inequalities and underrepresentation
    you analyze contemporary and historical systems that structure and reproduce inequalities

  3. Examine the roles and responsibilities of an OTA
    Assessment Strategies
    in an oral, written, or graphic assessment
    Criteria
    you include the job description
    you includes an evaluation of the OTA scope of practice
    you include the duties and responsibilities of an OTA
    you include a comparison of education and roles between an OT and an OTA
    you identify potential employers
    you explore preparation for work in an academic setting

  4. Use professional resources and organizations
    Assessment Strategies
    through an oral, written, or graphic assessment
    Criteria
    you describe student, state and national organizations for occupational therapy
    you give examples of how the role of the OTA is enhanced by the organizations
    you use and interpret OT acronyms
    you access professional literature

  5. Articulate the Practice Framework: Domain
    Assessment Strategies
    by relating the domain to a real-world situation format may be oral, written, or graphic
    Criteria
    articulation includes the definitions of the occupational therapy domain
    you observe the elements of the domain in individuals utilizing the practice framework
    you reflect on how the domain is evidenced in individuals

  6. Examine the Practice Framework: Process
    Assessment Strategies
    through an oral, written, or graphic assessment
    Criteria
    you outline the sequence of the occupational therapy process
    you define intervention approaches
    you list the types of occupational therapy interventions
    you explain the types of outcomes resulting from occupational therapy intervention

  7. Practice basic skills related to client centered practice
    Assessment Strategies
    by observing and documenting human behavior
    by performing an interview
    Criteria
    you use the Practice Framework to guide observations
    you use the Practice Framework to guide interview
    you collect relevant data
    you document observations and interview according to guidelines provided by your instructor
    you incorporate appropriate OT and medical terminology

  8. Examine regulatory and legal factors that affect OT practice
    Assessment Strategies
    through an oral, written, or graphic reflection
    Criteria
    reflection includes the identification of the ethical issues related to OTA
    reflection includes the identification of the initial and continuing national certification process
    reflection includes the identification of the state requirements for initial and continuing licensure
    reflection includes identification of various reimbursement systems

  9. Demonstrate therapeutic use of self
    Assessment Strategies
    through a skill demonstration
    Criteria
    you establish a rapport with a client
    you recognize your impact on the client
    you use therapeutic communication skills such as active listening, assertiveness, empathy, and constructive feedback
    you adjust your communication style to meet client needs

  10. Examine diversity issues in a variety of settings
    Assessment Strategies
    through an oral, written, or graphic analysis
    Criteria
    you analyze health care issues related to diverse groups
    you compare a variety of belief systems related to health, wellness and acceptance of intervention
    you analyze how your biases and beliefs may impact your role as an OTA