Introduction to Occupational Therapy

This course introduces the framework and scope of occupational therapy, its professional organization, the role of the occupational therapy assistant in inter/intraprofessional relationships. The cornerstones of OT practice, therapeutic use of crafts, activity analysis, principles of kinesiology, and teaching and learning methods are emphasized. Students begin creating a professional identity by engaging in reflective practice, professional communication, and scholarship in global health issues.

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