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OCCT1242

Group Processes in Occupational Therapy

10 Units 1000 Level Course

Available in 2012

Callaghan CampusSemester 2

Previously offered in 2013, 2011

This course will provide students with foundational knowledge and skills necessary to be able to participate as an effective group member and plan and lead group activities in appropriate contexts of practice in both physical and mental health settings. Content will include principles of group dynamics, models of group development, principles of group leadership, processes involved in planning and implementing groups. Workshops will provide students with the opportunity for experiential learning.

Objectives
Upon completion of this course students will be able to;
1. Identify and discuss elements of group dynamics.
2. Analyse and describe their own contribution as a member of a group.
3. Analyse the roles and contribution of others in a group
4. Apply knowledge of group work in planning and leading a group session.
Content
This course will provide students with foundational knowledge and skills necessary to be able to participate as an effective group member and plan and lead group activities. Content will include principles of group dynamics, models of group development, principles of group leadership, processes involves in planning and implementing groups. Workshops will provide students with the opportunity for experiential learning.
Replacing Course(s)
OCCT3201
Transition
N/A
Industrial Experience
0
Assumed Knowledge
Previous occupational therapy courses from the OT Program - OCCT1110.
Modes of Delivery
Internal Mode
Teaching Methods
Lecture
Experience Based Learning
Self Directed Learning
Workshop
Assessment Items
Essays / Written Assignments
Two assignments required to be submitted. The 1st assignment will be worth 40% and the 2nd assignment will be worth 30%
Presentations - Group
One group presentation worth 30%
Contact Hours
Lecture: for 2 hour(s) per Week for 8 weeks
Laboratory: for 2 hour(s) per Week for 11 weeks

Timetables