OTHA 1305 Principles of Occupational Therapy

Introduction to occupational therapy including the historical development and philosophy. Emphasis on the roles of the occupational therapy assistant. Topics include occupation; occupational therapy personnel; current health care environment; and moral, legal, and ethical issues.

Semester Hours

3

Lecture Hours

3

Lab Hours

0

End-of-Course Outcomes

Articulate the history and philosophy of occupational therapy; differentiate frames of reference; contrast the education, roles, and functions of occupational therapy personnel; describe occupational performance areas, skills, and contexts; compare practice areas; explain the concepts of ethics in occupational therapy practice; and demonstrate patient/practitioner interaction.