Course Samples
OTA 107– Fundamentals for the Occupational Therapy Assistant
Introduces the student to the definition of occupational therapy, areas of practice, major approaches to occupational therapy, roles and functions of occupational therapy personnel, occupational analysis, and the OT processes. Also provides an introduction to the organizational structure of the profession.
OTA 136 – Fundamentals of Occupational Therapy: Media I
Introduction to the role of occupational therapy in the treatment of individuals with physical dysfunction in a variety of treatment settings. Emphasis is on understanding the general treatment and supportive concepts utilized for various disabling conditions. The treatment planning process and implementation are incorporated with documentation skills.OTA 221– Occupational Therapy in Geriatric and Alternate Practice Settings: Media V
Introduction to the role of occupational therapy with the elderly population. Emphasis is on understanding the aging process and function pertinent to the elderly. Attention will be given to treatment modalities specific to the population.
OTA 225– Occupational Therapy Concepts & Media for Children: Media VI
Introduction to the role of occupational therapy with children and adolescents with psychological and/or physical dysfunction. The course will build on concepts from Human and Child Development courses with some additional focus on development from age 0-3. Pathology of diseases/disabilities common to children will be reviewed. Course emphasis on application of modalities to children, applying information from previous OTA courses to a variety of populations.