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OCCT1201

Introduction to Occupational Therapy Practice

10 Units 1000 Level Course

Available in 2012

Callaghan CampusSemester 2

Previously offered in 2013, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006

This course builds upon the fundamental concepts introduced in OCCT1110, through classroom learning of practice skills and a professional placement. The students consider the application of frames of reference to the occupational therapy process.

This course is Compulsory Program Component and students must pass in order to progress in the Bachelor of Occupational Therapy program.

Objectives
OCCT1201 aims to ensure students will:
1. Demonstrate an understanding of how occupational therapy practice is influenced by context.
2. Demonstrate understanding of how theoretical models are applied to occupational therapy practice.
3. Develop an understanding of what constitutes a professional, competent and ethical occupational therapist.
4. Acquire occupational therapy practice skills appropriate to a first year level.
5. Demonstrate a knowledge of the underlying theory involved in occupational therapy practice skills.
Content
- Application of the theory and the process of occupational therapy practice.
- Development of practice skills that are foundational to the development of competent, professional and ethical occupational therapy practice.
- Application of the biomechanical frame of reference in practice skills.
- Application of the cognitive-perceptual frame of reference in practice skills.
Replacing Course(s)
OCCT1200
Transition
N/A
Industrial Experience
0
Assumed Knowledge
OCCT1110
Modes of Delivery
Internal Mode
Teaching Methods
Clinical
Lecture
Experience Based Learning
Laboratory
Assessment Items
Essays / Written Assignments
1000 word summary of field work education case study.
Examination: Formal
2 Hours
Other: (please specify)
Professional Placement - Pass/Fail (compulsory pass)- related to objectives 1-5
Presentations - Individual
VIVA - 15 minutes - Related to objectives 1-5.
Contact Hours
Laboratory: for 2 hour(s) per Week for 11 weeks
Lecture: for 2 hour(s) per Week for 11 weeks
Field Study: for 35 hour(s) per Week for 2 weeks

Timetables