Description of Courses
- OTA 100 -
Fundamentals of Occupational Therapy
- The philosophical base and history of
occupational therapy is examined. Through an historical approach, frames
of reference within the profession are reviewed with emphasis on
occupation as a health determinant, the meaning of occupation and
purposeful activity, and professionalism. A broad range of practice
areas are investigated. Ethics of the profession are examined and
applied to practice situations. Legislation and legal issues affecting
the profession are reviewed.
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- OTA 101 - Fundamentals of Activity/Therapeutic Media
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experimental learning, students will explore and develop skills in performing processes
required in minor crafts, gross motor activities, games and simple work tasks. Emphasis is
on activity analysis and adaptation from the perspective of work and play/leisure tasks
throughout the life span. Safety in the use of therapeutic activities is emphasized. A
file will be created for each therapeutic media studied. Students will learn to teach
techniques in applying therapeutic media to a group.
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- OTA 110 - Interpersonal Relations in Occupational Therapy
- Individual and
group interactions related to occupational therapy intervention are examined. Theories of
practice that explain interpersonal behavior from an occupational therapy perspective and
psychiatric conditions treated by the occupational therapy assistant are reviewed. The
therapeutic use of self and collaboration with the registered occupational therapist and
other health care professionals with an emphasis on team work is investigated.
Interviewing, observation, communication, and group process skills with an emphasis on
cultural differences are simulated and observed in clinic settings. Group roles and stages
are examined. The differences between task groups and talk groups are analyzed. Group
leadership is practiced.
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- OTA 120 - Documentation in Occupational Therapy
- Record keeping for
accountability and reimbursement is examined. Emphasis is placed on learning the structure
and function of daily note writing. Patient/client evaluation techniques including data
gathering, reassessment, treatment recommendations, and treatment termination are
presented. Students learn to write behavioral objectives and assist the OTR with goal
writing. Techniques of quality assurance are introduced. Insurance systems and various
methods for documentation are explored. The ethics of documentation is examined. Medical
terminology is emphasized.
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- OTA 130 - Dynamics of Human Movement
- The organization of the human
nervous system and the structure of the human body in relation to joints, trunk and
extremities is examined and analyzed in terms of functional movement required for work,
play and self-care activities. Occupational therapy theory in relation to physical
dysfunction is reviewed along with the interrelationships between the central nervous
system, peripheral nerves and the musculoskeletal system. Physical conditions that
interfere with successful performance of occupational roles are examined. Gross manual
muscle testing and goniometry are simulated and practiced. Principles of kinesiology and
body mechanics are presented. Safety procedures in relation to functional mobility are
reviewed. Principles of energy conservation, work simplification and joint protection are
introduced.
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- OTA 140 - Occupational Skills Development in Pediatric Roles
- Biological,
psycosocial and environmental conditions that lead to dysfunction in the roles of the
child from neonate to adolescence are examined. Adaptation and adjustment to limitations
in occupational performance are explored. The role of the occupational therapy assistant
in prevention and rehabilitation programs within medical and community settings such as
hospitals, infant programs, schools, and private practice is defined. Evaluation and
treatment techniques are examined including activities that facilitate age-appropriate
balance of work, self-care and play/leisure behaviors. The underlying performance
components necessary for successful occupational behaviors is presented. Emphasis is
placed on collaboration with families, caregivers, teachers and significant others.
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- OTA 199 - Special Studies or Projects in Occupational Therapy Assistant
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Individual study, research or projects in the field of occupational therapy assistant
under instructor guidance. Written reports and periodic conferences required. Content and
unit credit to be determined by student/instructor conferences and/or division. May be
repeated for a maximum of three units.
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- OTA 200 - Occupational Skills Development in Adult Roles
- Biological,
psycosocial and environmental conditions that lead to dysfunction in the roles of
adulthood including homemaker and worker roles are examined. Exploration of the recovery
process from acute care to rehabilitation for physical and psychosocial conditions is
reviewed. The role of the occupational therapy assistant in prevention and rehabilitation
programs is defined. Involvement in assessment, intervention, and therapeutic activities
that facilitate age-appropriate occupational behaviors is practiced.
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- OTA 210 - Assistive Technology in Occupational Therapy
- The technology
employed by the occupational therapy assistant is explored through laboratory practice and
field site visits. This technology includes but is not limited to: environmental
adaptations, orthotics, prosthetics, assistive devices, adaptive clothing and equipment.
The use of computers in inventory systems, word processing, cognitive retraining,
evaluation, and work simulation is defined and practiced.
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- OTA 220- Occupational Skills Development in
Geriatric Roles
- This course
presents health issues and health care problems common to the elderly that limit
occupational performance. Specific treatment techniques and adaptations to assist the
elderly in regaining function are examined. The course describes the differences between
normal aging, senile dementia, delirium, and depression that effect the elderly
population. Gerontic occupational therapy treatment approaches used in various health care
settings are taught. The use of therapeutic activities in the skilled nursing facility is
reviewed and practiced. Level I fieldwork will be done in a geriatric setting.
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- OTA 230 - Occupational Therapy Management
- This course presents an
introduction to basic management issues including: clerical, organizational, fiscal and
supervisory components. Topics relate to an occupational therapy department as well as
activity programs. Legal guidelines related to the Americans with Disabilities Act and the
employment process are explored. Quality assurance, research, and continuing education to
support continued professional growth is emphasized. Techniques for developing a resume
and participating in an interview are practiced.
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- OTA 240 - Fieldwork Level II - Rotation I
- This experience
involves a ten week assignment for 40 hours per
week of advanced clinical experience under the direct supervision of a registered
occupational therapist or a certified occupational therapy assistant with the student
assisting in all phases of practice.
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- OTA 241 - Fieldwork Level II - Rotation
II - This experience involves a ten week assignment for 40 hours per
week of advanced clinical experience under the direct supervision of a registered
occupational therapist or a certified occupational therapy assistant with the student
assisting in all phases of practice.
This
course must be successfully completed along with AS Degree for the
student to be eligible to sit for the National Certification Exam.
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