OCCT1110
10 units
1000 level
Course handbook
Description
This course introduces students to fundamental concepts in Occupational Therapy (OT). Students examine theoretical models of practice applicable to OT practice. They also consider the OT process and are introduced to the development and implementation of appropriate OT interventions.Concepts and skills include the therapeutic use of meaningful occupation in various contexts of practice, analysis of occupational behaviour, the development of therapeutic activity programs and occupational performance issues relevant to humans.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Callaghan
- Semester 1 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. An understanding of the philosophy and scope of Occupational Therapy.
2. An understanding of the Occupational Therapy process.
3. Elementary skills in the analysis and application of the use of activity as a therapeutic tool.
4. Understanding of typical developmental and lifespan issues relevant to Occupational Therapy.
5. Understanding and skills in applying theoretical models relevant to Occupational Therapy practice.
Content
- Introduction to the philosophy of the occupational therapy profession
- Introduction to activity analysis and the use of activities in the therapeutic process
- Exploration of occupational performance issues
- Introduction to basic skills required for Occupational Therapy practice
- Introduction to and application of occupational-focused models within the occupational therapy process.
Requisite
This course is only available to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) program.
Assessment items
Exhibition / Poster: Essay/Written Assignment (Poster)
Presentation: Group Presentation
Quiz: Online Quiz
Contact hours
Semester 1 - 2024 - Callaghan
Lecture-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
Self-Directed Learning-1
- Self-Directed 4 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
Seminar-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1
- Changing seminars from 11 to 12 weeks.
Course outline
- OCCT1110 - Semester 1, 2024 (Callaghan) (PDF, 197.5 KB)
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